Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder (Commander) - Core

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Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder
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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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Akiri, Fearless Voyager
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
88%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
82%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
76%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
73%synergy
Mask of Memory
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
72%synergy
Colossus Hammer
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
69%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Boros Charm
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
32%synergy
Creatures
Puresteel Paladin
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
42%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
56%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
50%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
33%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Iroas, God of Victory
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
30%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
29%synergy
Nykthos Paragon
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
39%synergy
Bastion Protector
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
33%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Sun Titan
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
26%synergy
Rabbit Battery
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
37%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
30%synergy
Stone Haven Outfitter
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
39%synergy
Haliya, Guided by Light
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
24%synergy
Sunstar Lightsmith
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Witch Enchanter
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Anim Pakal, Thousandth Moon
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
8%synergy
Bounty Agent
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Bronzeplate Boar
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Bronzebeak Foragers
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Relic Seeker
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
6%synergy
Selfless Samurai
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Archetype of Aggression
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Foundry Inspector
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
10%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Giver of Runes
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Resplendent Angel
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Legion Loyalist
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Heavenly Blademaster
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Aerial Responder
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Cathar Commando
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Soltari Visionary
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Akiri, Line-Slinger
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Swiftblade Vindicator
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Rohirrim Chargers
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Mabel, Heir to Cragflame
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Exemplar of Light
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Lion Sash
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Frodo, Determined Hero
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Osgir, the Reconstructor
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Éomer, Marshal of Rohan
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
27%synergy
Chaos Warp
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
9%synergy
Path to Exile
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
-17%synergy
Restoration Magic
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
15%synergy
Dispatch
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
6%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
9%synergy
Lightning Bolt
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
9%synergy
Siege Smash
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Wild Magic Surge
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Disenchant
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Dawn Charm
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Justice Strike
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
12%synergy
Deflecting Palm
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
1%synergy
Heliod's Intervention
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Reprieve
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
11%synergy
Abrade
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Wear // Tear
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
0%synergy
Sorceries
Open the Armory
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
47%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
27%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Full Throttle
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Requisition Raid
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Shatter the Sky
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Vandalblast
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
5%synergy
Emeria's Call
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Blasphemous Act
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-13%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Cleansing Nova
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Reckless Crew
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Goldwardens' Gambit
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
8%synergy
Relentless Assault
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Rout
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Rogue's Gloves
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
58%synergy
Thran Power Suit
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
54%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
53%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
53%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
47%synergy
Cori-Steel Cutter
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Zephyr Boots
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
39%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
38%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
38%synergy
Celestial Armor
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
39%synergy
Glimmer Lens
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
30%synergy
Argentum Armor
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
31%synergy
Infiltration Lens
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
39%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
39%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Sword of the Animist
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
22%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Doc Ock's Tentacles
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Red Mage's Rapier
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Genji Glove
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
18%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Dragoon's Lance
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Junk Jet
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Nettlecyst
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Team Pennant
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Plate Armor
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Kaldra
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
T-45 Power Armor
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Chainsaw
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Mithril Coat
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
9%synergy
Robe of Stars
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Dragonwing Glider
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Embercleave
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
O-Naginata
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Prying Blade
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
50%synergy
Fighter Class
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
49%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
28%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Windcrag Siege
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
15%synergy
Cradle of Vitality
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
All That Glitters
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
12%synergy
Court of Ardenvale
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, Heir of the Ancients
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
29%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Buried Ruin
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
26%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
23%synergy
Ancient Den
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Hanweir Battlements
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Kor Haven
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Forgotten Cave
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Forge of Heroes
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Command Beacon
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Castle Embereth
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Restless Bivouac
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Axgard Armory
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
12%synergy
Crystal Vein
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Monumental Henge
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Arena of Glory
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
11%synergy
Secluded Steppe
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
0%synergy
Sol Ring
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
-5%synergy
Boros Signet
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
9%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
8%synergy
Fellwar Stone
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Mind Stone
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Paradise Mantle
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
The Irencrag
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Marble Diamond
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Worn Powerstone
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
2%synergy
Radiant Summit
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
47%synergy
Battlefield Forge
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
4%synergy
Temple of Triumph
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
22%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
-5%synergy
Rugged Prairie
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Myriad Landscape
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
21%synergy
Spectator Seating
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
1%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
1%synergy
Witch Enchanter
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
6%synergy
Sacred Foundry
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-26%synergy
Exotic Orchard
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-9%synergy
Emeria's Call
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Alpine Meadow
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
8%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
12%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
3%synergy
Path of Ancestry
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
4%synergy
Arid Mesa
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-9%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
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