Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Barnabas Tharmr (Commander) - Optimized

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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Double Jump // Flying Kick
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Improvised Arsenal
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Sygg, Wanderwine Wisdom
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Stoneforge Mystic
92%inclusion23 decks25 decks
88%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
88%inclusion22 decks25 decks
83%synergy
Colossus Hammer
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
71%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
63%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
63%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
62%synergy
Esper Sentinel
80%inclusion20 decks25 decks
61%synergy
Fighter Class
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
60%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
59%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
58%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
84%inclusion21 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Shadowspear
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
56%synergy
Deflecting Swat
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
46%synergy
Mystic Remora
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
48%synergy
Sunforger
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
57%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
53%synergy
Dovin's Veto
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
37%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
50%synergy
The Reality Chip
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
48%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
45%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
53%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
41%synergy
Rhystic Study
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
33%synergy
Ancient Tomb
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
41%synergy
Teferi's Protection
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Smothering Tithe
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
18%synergy
The One Ring
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Mana Vault
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Jeska's Will
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Creatures
Godo, Bandit Warlord
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
51%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
39%synergy
Witch Enchanter
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Grand Abolisher
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Lizard Blades
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Loyal Retainers
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Mother of Runes
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Goblin Engineer
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Voice of Victory
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Spellseeker
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Skyclave Apparition
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Aven Mindcensor
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Urza, Lord High Artificer
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Brash Taunter
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Lion Sash
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Lavinia, Azorius Renegade
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
10%synergy
Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Sokka, Swordmaster
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Pippin, Guard of the Citadel
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Volatile Stormdrake
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Sun Titan
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Ocelot Pride
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Birgi, God of Storytelling
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Ghostly Pilferer
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Gilded Drake
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Path to Exile
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Counterspell
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Mana Drain
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
21%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Valakut Awakening
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Boros Charm
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Silence
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Legion Leadership
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Pact of Negation
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Force of Will
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Force of Negation
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Mystical Tutor
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Swan Song
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Render Silent
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Arcane Denial
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Sink into Stupor
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Negate
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Brainstorm
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Gifts Ungiven
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Final Showdown
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Intuition
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Brain Freeze
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Wear // Tear
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Stubborn Denial
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Get Lost
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Flusterstorm
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Snap
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Abrade
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Akroma's Will
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Chaos Warp
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-10%synergy
Dispatch
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Angel's Grace
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Invert Polarity
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Inventory Management
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Olórin's Searing Light
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Restoration Magic
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
8%synergy
Arcbond
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Ionize
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Gideon's Sacrifice
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Lightning Bolt
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Unexplained Absence
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Counterflux
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Delayed Blast Fireball
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Open the Armory
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
43%synergy
Gamble
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Farewell
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Blasphemous Act
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Winds of Abandon
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Seize the Day
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Expressive Iteration
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Sundering Eruption
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Fabricate
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Wheel of Misfortune
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Ondu Inversion
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Preordain
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Ponder
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Windfall
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Emeria's Call
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Anchor to Reality
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Helm of the Host
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
43%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
33%synergy
Skullclamp
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Sword of the Animist
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Leyline Axe
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Buster Sword
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Mask of Memory
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Cori-Steel Cutter
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Batterbone
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Mithril Coat
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Commander's Plate
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Celestial Armor
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Darksteel Plate
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Genji Glove
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
8%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Fiendlash
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Champion's Helm
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Batterskull
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Blazing Sunsteel
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Basilisk Collar
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Embercleave
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
The Key to the Vault
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Argentum Armor
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Peter Parker's Camera
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Sigarda's Aid
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Aggravated Assault
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Forge Anew
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Underworld Breach
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Blind Obedience
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Land Tax
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-12%synergy
Copy Artifact
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Planeswalkers
Teferi, Time Raveler
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Lukka, Coppercoat Outcast
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Tezzeret the Seeker
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
0%synergy
Utility Lands
Urza's Saga
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
56%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Academy Ruins
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Mistveil Plains
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Reliquary Tower
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-14%synergy
Axgard Armory
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Arena of Glory
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Inventors' Fair
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Mistrise Village
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Lotus Field
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Great Furnace
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Ancient Den
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Blinkmoth Nexus
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Monumental Henge
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Rogue's Passage
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-12%synergy
Buried Ruin
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Seat of the Synod
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
War Room
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Uthros, Titanic Godcore
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-3%synergy
Multiversal Passage
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
92%inclusion23 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Arcane Signet
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
-16%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Talisman of Progress
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Mox Opal
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Boros Signet
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Fellwar Stone
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Chrome Mox
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Izzet Signet
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Lotus Petal
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Azorius Signet
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Mox Amber
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Mox Diamond
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Grim Monolith
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Thought Vessel
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-15%synergy
The Irencrag
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Springleaf Drum
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion25 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Plains
96%inclusion24 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Mountain
88%inclusion22 decks25 decks
-6%synergy
Island
88%inclusion22 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Steam Vents
80%inclusion20 decks25 decks
40%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
80%inclusion20 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Sacred Foundry
80%inclusion20 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Arid Mesa
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
48%synergy
Scalding Tarn
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
49%synergy
Flooded Strand
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Raugrin Triome
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Exotic Orchard
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Shivan Reef
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Sea of Clouds
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Training Center
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Spectator Seating
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Battlefield Forge
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Marsh Flats
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
34%synergy
City of Brass
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
32%synergy
Windswept Heath
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Witch Enchanter
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Misty Rainforest
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Spire of Industry
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Mana Confluence
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Valakut Awakening
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Glacial Fortress
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
-26%synergy
Elegant Parlor
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Legion Leadership
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Polluted Delta
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Prismatic Vista
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
20%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Meticulous Archive
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Wooded Foothills
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Tundra
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Sink into Stupor
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Plateau
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Thundering Falls
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-31%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Riverpyre Verge
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Mystic Monastery
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-43%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Prairie Stream
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-23%synergy
Forbidden Orchard
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Azorius Chancery
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Sulfur Falls
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-37%synergy
Boros Garrison
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
7%synergy
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