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

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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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Thorin, Mountain-king
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Turbulent Springs
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
14%synergy
Turbulent Steppe
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
14%synergy
Lorehold, the Historian
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Puresteel Paladin
80%inclusion33 decks41 decks
74%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
66%inclusion27 decks41 decks
65%synergy
Colossus Hammer
68%inclusion28 decks41 decks
64%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
68%inclusion28 decks41 decks
63%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
63%inclusion26 decks41 decks
59%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
63%inclusion26 decks41 decks
58%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
63%inclusion26 decks41 decks
58%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
61%inclusion25 decks41 decks
56%synergy
Lizard Blades
54%inclusion22 decks41 decks
52%synergy
Shadowspear
56%inclusion23 decks41 decks
52%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
78%inclusion32 decks41 decks
10%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
66%inclusion27 decks41 decks
41%synergy
Boros Charm
63%inclusion26 decks41 decks
42%synergy
Dovin's Veto
56%inclusion23 decks41 decks
37%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
56%inclusion23 decks41 decks
49%synergy
Sword of the Animist
56%inclusion23 decks41 decks
51%synergy
The Reality Chip
54%inclusion22 decks41 decks
50%synergy
Fighter Class
54%inclusion22 decks41 decks
50%synergy
Sunforger
54%inclusion22 decks41 decks
50%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
51%inclusion21 decks41 decks
49%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
37%inclusion15 decks41 decks
22%synergy
Teferi's Protection
34%inclusion14 decks41 decks
21%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
22%inclusion9 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
3%synergy
Ancient Tomb
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
10%synergy
Smothering Tithe
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
-3%synergy
Farewell
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
1%synergy
Rhystic Study
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
-4%synergy
Jeska's Will
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
-4%synergy
Gamble
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
3%synergy
Creatures
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
50%inclusion16 decks32 decks
48%synergy
Esper Sentinel
41%inclusion17 decks41 decks
22%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
39%inclusion16 decks41 decks
37%synergy
Witch Enchanter
29%inclusion12 decks41 decks
23%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
29%inclusion12 decks41 decks
28%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
27%inclusion11 decks41 decks
26%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
27%inclusion11 decks41 decks
14%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
27%inclusion11 decks41 decks
23%synergy
Lion Sash
24%inclusion10 decks41 decks
23%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
17%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
18%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
13%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
16%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
4%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
15%synergy
Serra Ascendant
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
13%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
13%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
14%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
13%synergy
Urza, Lord High Artificer
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
10%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
8%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
13%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Foundry Inspector
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
5%synergy
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
9%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
10%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Sun Titan
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
10%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
9%synergy
Sami, Wildcat Captain
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Bothersome Quasit
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
9%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
10%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
1%synergy
Mother of Runes
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Goblin Engineer
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
8%synergy
Grand Abolisher
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
3%synergy
Voice of Victory
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Starnheim Courser
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Pippin, Guard of the Citadel
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
5%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
2%synergy
Loyal Retainers
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
2%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
3%synergy
Instants
Path to Exile
44%inclusion18 decks41 decks
-5%synergy
Legion Leadership
39%inclusion16 decks41 decks
33%synergy
Generous Gift
39%inclusion16 decks41 decks
19%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
37%inclusion15 decks41 decks
16%synergy
Chaos Warp
32%inclusion13 decks41 decks
10%synergy
Deflecting Swat
32%inclusion13 decks41 decks
18%synergy
Counterspell
32%inclusion13 decks41 decks
-4%synergy
Sink into Stupor
27%inclusion11 decks41 decks
17%synergy
Dispatch
24%inclusion10 decks41 decks
10%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
24%inclusion10 decks41 decks
16%synergy
Mana Drain
22%inclusion9 decks41 decks
12%synergy
Final Showdown
22%inclusion9 decks41 decks
21%synergy
Wear // Tear
22%inclusion9 decks41 decks
16%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
22%inclusion9 decks41 decks
20%synergy
Arcane Denial
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
3%synergy
Chance for Glory
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
17%synergy
Negate
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
-1%synergy
Valakut Awakening
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Render Silent
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Stubborn Denial
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
10%synergy
Take the Bait
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Bolt Bend
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
11%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
10%synergy
Brainstorm
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
-10%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
-2%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
8%synergy
Slip Out the Back
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
8%synergy
Counterflux
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
9%synergy
Swan Song
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
-8%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Deflecting Palm
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
4%synergy
Ionize
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Comeuppance
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Dawn's Truce
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
1%synergy
Everybody Lives!
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
4%synergy
Get Lost
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Invert Polarity
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
5%synergy
Resculpt
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Silence
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
2%synergy
Permission Denied
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Delay
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Izzet Charm
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
4%synergy
Great Train Heist
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
5%synergy
Inventory Management
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
5%synergy
Desynchronization
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Open the Armory
44%inclusion18 decks41 decks
39%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
37%inclusion15 decks41 decks
28%synergy
Winds of Abandon
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
13%synergy
Blasphemous Act
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
-8%synergy
Disrupt Decorum
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
13%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
6%synergy
Anchor to Reality
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
9%synergy
Slash the Ranks
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
9%synergy
Ponder
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
-9%synergy
Wrath of God
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
4%synergy
Vandalblast
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
-2%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
2%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
3%synergy
Sundering Eruption
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Blackblade Reforged
51%inclusion21 decks41 decks
49%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
50%inclusion18 decks36 decks
48%synergy
The Key to the Vault
49%inclusion20 decks41 decks
46%synergy
Genji Glove
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
42%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
39%inclusion16 decks41 decks
35%synergy
Skullclamp
37%inclusion15 decks41 decks
26%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
37%inclusion15 decks41 decks
35%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
37%inclusion15 decks41 decks
34%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
34%inclusion14 decks41 decks
32%synergy
Helm of the Host
34%inclusion14 decks41 decks
29%synergy
Mask of Memory
34%inclusion14 decks41 decks
33%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
34%inclusion14 decks41 decks
29%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
27%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
29%inclusion12 decks41 decks
29%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
29%inclusion12 decks41 decks
28%synergy
Leyline Axe
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
26%synergy
Nettlecyst
27%inclusion11 decks41 decks
25%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
27%inclusion11 decks41 decks
26%synergy
Thran Power Suit
27%inclusion11 decks41 decks
25%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
27%inclusion11 decks41 decks
25%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
24%inclusion10 decks41 decks
24%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
24%inclusion10 decks41 decks
21%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
24%inclusion10 decks41 decks
23%synergy
Buster Sword
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
22%inclusion9 decks41 decks
22%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
22%inclusion9 decks41 decks
17%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
19%synergy
Mithril Coat
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
14%synergy
Winged Boots
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
17%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
17%synergy
Basilisk Collar
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
15%synergy
Robe of Stars
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
16%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
17%synergy
Assault Suit
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
16%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
16%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
4%synergy
Goggles of Night
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
14%synergy
Bloodthirsty Blade
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
14%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
14%synergy
Darksteel Plate
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
13%synergy
Champion's Helm
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
13%synergy
Commander's Plate
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
13%synergy
Argentum Armor
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Doc Ock's Tentacles
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
12%synergy
Batterbone
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Assimilation Aegis
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
9%synergy
Lost Jitte
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
9%synergy
Lightning Greaves
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
-14%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
37%inclusion15 decks41 decks
32%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
37%inclusion15 decks41 decks
13%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
24%inclusion10 decks41 decks
23%synergy
Aggravated Assault
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
12%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
12%synergy
The Sound of Drums
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
12%synergy
Mystic Remora
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
0%synergy
Shiny Impetus
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Redemption Arc
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
12%synergy
Propaganda
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
1%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
8%synergy
Ghostly Prison
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
-2%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Psychic Impetus
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Storm the Vault
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
5%synergy
Mirrormade
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
5%synergy
Curse of Verbosity
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Frostcliff Siege
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-6%synergy
Planeswalkers
Ugin, Eye of the Storms
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Academy Ruins
44%inclusion18 decks41 decks
36%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
41%inclusion17 decks41 decks
29%synergy
Urza's Saga
39%inclusion16 decks41 decks
31%synergy
Reliquary Tower
29%inclusion12 decks41 decks
-4%synergy
Rogue's Passage
29%inclusion12 decks41 decks
10%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
17%synergy
Seat of the Synod
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
15%synergy
Inventors' Fair
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
12%synergy
Ancient Den
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
4%synergy
Buried Ruin
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
3%synergy
Arena of Glory
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
13%synergy
Archway of Innovation
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
10%synergy
Great Furnace
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
2%synergy
Axgard Armory
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Command Beacon
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Mistveil Plains
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
9%synergy
Uthros, Titanic Godcore
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Arcane Lighthouse
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Monumental Henge
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
5%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
90%inclusion37 decks41 decks
1%synergy
Arcane Signet
83%inclusion34 decks41 decks
-5%synergy
Talisman of Progress
56%inclusion23 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
56%inclusion23 decks41 decks
14%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
56%inclusion23 decks41 decks
13%synergy
Fellwar Stone
37%inclusion15 decks41 decks
5%synergy
Boros Signet
27%inclusion11 decks41 decks
-2%synergy
Azorius Signet
24%inclusion10 decks41 decks
-7%synergy
Izzet Signet
22%inclusion9 decks41 decks
-9%synergy
The Aetherspark
17%inclusion6 decks36 decks
15%synergy
The Irencrag
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
9%synergy
Mind Stone
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
-2%synergy
Mox Opal
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
4%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion41 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Mountain
95%inclusion39 decks41 decks
1%synergy
Island
95%inclusion39 decks41 decks
0%synergy
Plains
95%inclusion39 decks41 decks
0%synergy
Exotic Orchard
73%inclusion30 decks41 decks
12%synergy
Steam Vents
68%inclusion28 decks41 decks
27%synergy
Sacred Foundry
68%inclusion28 decks41 decks
27%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
68%inclusion28 decks41 decks
26%synergy
Arid Mesa
59%inclusion24 decks41 decks
31%synergy
Raugrin Triome
59%inclusion24 decks41 decks
22%synergy
Scalding Tarn
59%inclusion24 decks41 decks
31%synergy
Training Center
56%inclusion23 decks41 decks
26%synergy
Flooded Strand
56%inclusion23 decks41 decks
26%synergy
Spectator Seating
51%inclusion21 decks41 decks
22%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
49%inclusion20 decks41 decks
-3%synergy
Battlefield Forge
46%inclusion19 decks41 decks
3%synergy
Glacial Fortress
41%inclusion17 decks41 decks
-13%synergy
Shivan Reef
41%inclusion17 decks41 decks
0%synergy
Sea of Clouds
41%inclusion17 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Legion Leadership
39%inclusion16 decks41 decks
33%synergy
Spire of Industry
37%inclusion15 decks41 decks
23%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
37%inclusion15 decks41 decks
-1%synergy
Sulfur Falls
34%inclusion14 decks41 decks
-19%synergy
Deserted Beach
34%inclusion14 decks41 decks
12%synergy
Sundown Pass
32%inclusion13 decks41 decks
12%synergy
Mystic Monastery
32%inclusion13 decks41 decks
-27%synergy
Witch Enchanter
29%inclusion12 decks41 decks
23%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
29%inclusion12 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Sink into Stupor
27%inclusion11 decks41 decks
17%synergy
Prairie Stream
24%inclusion10 decks41 decks
-15%synergy
Meticulous Archive
24%inclusion10 decks41 decks
15%synergy
Mana Confluence
24%inclusion10 decks41 decks
16%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
22%inclusion9 decks41 decks
15%synergy
Rugged Prairie
22%inclusion9 decks41 decks
-2%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
20%inclusion8 decks40 decks
11%synergy
Elegant Parlor
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Thundering Falls
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Riverpyre Verge
19%inclusion7 decks36 decks
11%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
19%inclusion7 decks36 decks
12%synergy
Prismatic Vista
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
14%synergy
Reflecting Pool
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Mystic Gate
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
5%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
-8%synergy
Tundra
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
3%synergy
Volcanic Island
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
3%synergy
Plateau
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
3%synergy
Perilous Landscape
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
-4%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
8%synergy
Valakut Awakening
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Fabled Passage
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
4%synergy