Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Barnabas Tharmr (Commander) - Expensive Core

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Barnabas Tharmr
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Bennie Smith
Mar 16, 2026
Bennie Smith
Ranking the Swords of X and Y in Commander
The Swords of X and Y all have powerful effects and protection. But which ones are the best in Commander? Bennie Smith has your answer.
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Shuri, Wakandan Inventor
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Tony Stark
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
The Mighty Thor, Jane Foster
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Spider-Man, Web-Spinner
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Stark Industries
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Creatures
Puresteel Paladin
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
69%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
69%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
46%synergy
The Reality Chip
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
46%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Falcon and Redwing
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Red Death, Shipwrecker
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Rootwater Matriarch
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
16%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
18%synergy
Mocking Doppelganger
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Serra Ascendant
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Starfield Mystic
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Hakim, Loreweaver
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Nelly Borca, Impulsive Accuser
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Inquisitive Glimmer
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
12%synergy
Goblin Welder
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Tribute Mage
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Goblin Engineer
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Transcendent Envoy
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Spider-Woman, Stunning Savior
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Gwen Stacy
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sun-Spider, Nimble Webber
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Mesa Enchantress
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Ironclad Slayer
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Heliod, the Radiant Dawn
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
12%synergy
Entity Tracker
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
16%synergy
Bruna, Light of Alabaster
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Spinneret and Spiderling
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Thor, God of Thunder
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Instants
Chaos Warp
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
28%synergy
Dovin's Veto
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
31%synergy
Swan Song
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
32%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
-18%synergy
Counterspell
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
14%synergy
Path to Exile
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
1%synergy
Comeuppance
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Frantic Search
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
10%synergy
Dispatch
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
11%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Fact or Fiction
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
13%synergy
Negate
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
10%synergy
Opt
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
12%synergy
Mana Drain
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
15%synergy
Final Showdown
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Clever Concealment
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Lightning Bolt
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Mindbreak Trap
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Wear // Tear
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Arcane Denial
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
8%synergy
Legion Leadership
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Deflecting Swat
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
11%synergy
Immortal Obligation
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Mystic Confluence
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Deflecting Palm
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Dizzy Spell
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Pact of Negation
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Scour for Scrap
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Force of Negation
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Sink into Stupor
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
15%synergy
Fumble
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Desynchronization
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Reprieve
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Spider-Sense
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Wisecrack
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Judgment of Alexander
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sorceries
Steelshaper's Gift
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Hex Magic
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Ponder
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
9%synergy
Austere Command
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
14%synergy
Open the Armory
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Vandalblast
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
16%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Lórien Revealed
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Winds of Rath
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Rip Apart
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Blasphemous Act
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
2%synergy
Romantic Rendezvous
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Heroes' Hangout
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Disrupt Decorum
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Relentless Assault
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Masterwork of Ingenuity
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
46%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
43%synergy
Colossus Hammer
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
49%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Buster Sword
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Hulkbuster Armor
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Vibranium Strike Gauntlets
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Captain America's Shield
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sculpting Steel
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
The Key to the Vault
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Library of Leng
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Helm of the Host
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Leyline Axe
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Explorer's Scope
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Bloodthirsty Blade
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Skullclamp
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
14%synergy
Assault Suit
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Sword of the Animist
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Mask of Memory
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Inspiring Statuary
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Pariah's Shield
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Mjölnir, Storm Hammer
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Basilisk Collar
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Imposter Mech
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Genji Glove
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Doc Ock's Tentacles
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Shadowspear
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Mjölnir, Hammer of Thor
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Enchantments
The Sound of Drums
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Vow of Duty
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Psychic Impetus
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Vow of Flight
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
All That Glitters
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Acquired Mutation
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Curse of Opulence
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
46%synergy
Vow of Lightning
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Curse of Verbosity
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
49%synergy
Shiny Impetus
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
49%synergy
Redemption Arc
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Martial Impetus
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Kang Dynasty
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Hot Pursuit
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Curse of Hospitality
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Songbirds' Blessing
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Aqueous Form
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Curiosity
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Pariah
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Escape Velocity
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sigil of Sleep
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Spectral Grasp
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Popular Entertainer
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Copy Artifact
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Mirrormade
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Fighter Class
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Future Sight
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Custody Battle
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sphere of Safety
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Incendiary
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Amphibian Downpour
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Court of Ardenvale
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Coalition Flag
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sage's Reverie
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Vanishing
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
War of the Last Alliance
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Ophidian Eye
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Dog Umbra
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Armor Wars
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Leyline Binding
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Solitary Confinement
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Wild Research
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Ethereal Armor
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Ghostly Prison
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
14%synergy
Maximum Carnage
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Noggle the Mind
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Theros
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Utility Lands
Urza's Saga
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
67%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Faerie Conclave
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Buried Ruin
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
13%synergy
Arena of Glory
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Academy Ruins
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Mutavault
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Rogue's Passage
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
6%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
12%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Multiversal Passage
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Reliquary Tower
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-8%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
-13%synergy
Sol Ring
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
-14%synergy
Talisman of Progress
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
5%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
9%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
7%synergy
Shuri's Fabricator
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Boros Signet
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-2%synergy
Fellwar Stone
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-7%synergy
Mox Opal
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Thran Dynamo
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Lands
Tundra
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
89%synergy
Sea of Clouds
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
70%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
6%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
5%synergy
Plateau
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
89%synergy
Spectator Seating
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
71%synergy
Island
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
4%synergy
Command Tower
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
-18%synergy
Shivan Reef
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
33%synergy
Sacred Foundry
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
34%synergy
Riverglide Pathway
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
69%synergy
Battlefield Forge
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
32%synergy
Volcanic Island
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
64%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
37%synergy
Training Center
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
33%synergy
Fiery Islet
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
44%synergy
Steam Vents
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
9%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
46%synergy
Rugged Prairie
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
26%synergy
Raugrin Triome
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
14%synergy
Mana Confluence
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
42%synergy
Mystic Gate
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
38%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Seachrome Coast
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
43%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
City of Brass
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
41%synergy
Prismatic Vista
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
18%synergy
Misty Rainforest
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Glacial Fortress
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-31%synergy
Exotic Orchard
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-37%synergy
Windswept Heath
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Sundown Pass
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
5%synergy
Prairie Stream
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-14%synergy
Wooded Foothills
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Valgavoth's Lair
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
2%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
2%synergy
Mystic Monastery
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-34%synergy
Riverpyre Verge
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Legion Leadership
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Scalding Tarn
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-2%synergy
Spirebluff Canal
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Polluted Delta
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
18%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
16%synergy
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