Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Barnabas Tharmr (Commander) - Upgraded Equipment

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Bennie Smith
Mar 16, 2026
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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Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Hard-Won Jitte
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Mirrormind Crown
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Improvised Arsenal
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Lorehold, the Historian
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
7%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Puresteel Paladin
88%inclusion21 decks24 decks
81%synergy
Sunforger
75%inclusion18 decks24 decks
72%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
71%inclusion17 decks24 decks
67%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
66%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
71%inclusion17 decks24 decks
65%synergy
Fighter Class
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
63%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
60%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
58%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
56%synergy
Colossus Hammer
58%inclusion14 decks24 decks
54%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
75%inclusion18 decks24 decks
50%synergy
Boros Charm
71%inclusion17 decks24 decks
50%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
71%inclusion17 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Generous Gift
58%inclusion14 decks24 decks
37%synergy
Esper Sentinel
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
35%synergy
Shadowspear
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
50%synergy
The Reality Chip
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
50%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
30%synergy
Open the Armory
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
45%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
46%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Smothering Tithe
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-6%synergy
Farewell
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Jeska's Will
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Rhystic Study
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-10%synergy
Creatures
Sram, Senior Edificer
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
40%synergy
Lizard Blades
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
44%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
43%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
38%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
35%synergy
Lion Sash
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
36%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Witch Enchanter
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Mother of Runes
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Shimmer Dragon
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Goblin Engineer
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Rabbit Battery
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Balan, Wandering Knight
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Urza, Lord High Artificer
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Vivi Ornitier
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Stenn, Paranoid Partisan
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Bothersome Quasit
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Pippin, Guard of the Citadel
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Glóin, Dwarf Emissary
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Foundry Inspector
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Invisible Stalker
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Legion Leadership
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
44%synergy
Dovin's Veto
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Path to Exile
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
-7%synergy
Sink into Stupor
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Counterspell
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
-6%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Inventory Management
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Chaos Warp
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Dispatch
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Chance for Glory
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Swan Song
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Get Lost
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Arcane Denial
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Mana Drain
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Wear // Tear
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Magnetic Theft
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Deflecting Swat
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Comeuppance
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Render Silent
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Negate
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Take the Bait
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Valakut Awakening
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Final Showdown
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
New Way Forward
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Steam Augury
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Absorb
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Return to Dust
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Three Steps Ahead
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Invert Polarity
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Slip Out the Back
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Stubborn Denial
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-4%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Deflecting Palm
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Master Warcraft
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Counterflux
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Great Train Heist
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Bolt Bend
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Sorceries
Sevinne's Reclamation
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Supreme Verdict
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Austere Command
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Ondu Inversion
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Lórien Revealed
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Blasphemous Act
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-10%synergy
Anchor to Reality
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Spectacular Showdown
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
2%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sword of the Animist
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
45%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
47%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
44%synergy
The Key to the Vault
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
43%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
40%synergy
Skullclamp
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
31%synergy
Genji Glove
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
39%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
35%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
31%synergy
Helm of the Host
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Argentum Armor
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
26%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
26%synergy
Basilisk Collar
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Buster Sword
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Nettlecyst
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Mask of Memory
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Winged Boots
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Thran Power Suit
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Mithril Coat
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Assault Suit
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Leyline Axe
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Bloodthirsty Blade
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Lost Jitte
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Sculpting Steel
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Fishing Gear
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
11%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Cori-Steel Cutter
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Team Pennant
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
37%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
The Sound of Drums
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Aggravated Assault
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Storm the Vault
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Curse of Opulence
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Land Tax
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Mirrormade
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Mystic Remora
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-4%synergy
Shiny Impetus
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Maximum Carnage
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
The Eternal Wanderer
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Academy Ruins
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
38%synergy
Urza's Saga
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Axgard Armory
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
32%synergy
Archway of Innovation
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Reliquary Tower
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Rogue's Passage
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Arena of Glory
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Inventors' Fair
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Mistveil Plains
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Great Furnace
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Ancient Den
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Seat of the Synod
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Mistrise Village
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Buried Ruin
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Mishra's Factory
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Homeward Path
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Monumental Henge
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
96%inclusion23 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Arcane Signet
79%inclusion19 decks24 decks
-9%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Talisman of Progress
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Azorius Signet
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
-7%synergy
Fellwar Stone
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-11%synergy
Boros Signet
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-12%synergy
The Aetherspark
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Izzet Signet
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-15%synergy
Thought Vessel
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-11%synergy
The Irencrag
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Thran Dynamo
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Mountain
96%inclusion23 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Island
96%inclusion23 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Command Tower
92%inclusion22 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Plains
92%inclusion22 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Sacred Foundry
75%inclusion18 decks24 decks
34%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
75%inclusion18 decks24 decks
34%synergy
Exotic Orchard
71%inclusion17 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Flooded Strand
71%inclusion17 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Steam Vents
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
26%synergy
Arid Mesa
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
39%synergy
Scalding Tarn
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
35%synergy
Spectator Seating
58%inclusion14 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Raugrin Triome
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Sea of Clouds
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Legion Leadership
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
44%synergy
Glacial Fortress
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
-9%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Training Center
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Sundown Pass
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Sulfur Falls
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
-11%synergy
Battlefield Forge
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Mystic Monastery
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
-21%synergy
Meticulous Archive
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Deserted Beach
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
15%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Shivan Reef
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
-12%synergy
Sink into Stupor
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Boros Garrison
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
-12%synergy
Tundra
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Witch Enchanter
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Spire of Industry
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Elegant Parlor
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Plateau
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Thundering Falls
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Windswept Heath
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Azorius Chancery
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Prairie Stream
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-23%synergy
Path of Ancestry
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-11%synergy
Perilous Landscape
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
Rugged Prairie
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-6%synergy
Volcanic Island
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Marsh Flats
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Mystic Gate
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Fiery Islet
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Ondu Inversion
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Misty Rainforest
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
0%synergy