Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Falthis, Shadowcat Familiar (Commander)

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Falthis, Shadowcat Familiar
Rank #3,892
29decks
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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Foot Headquarters
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
14%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
72%inclusion21 decks29 decks
72%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
72%inclusion21 decks29 decks
64%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
61%synergy
Open the Armory
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
58%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
79%inclusion23 decks29 decks
54%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
50%synergy
Sword of the Animist
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
48%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
47%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
47%synergy
Argentum Armor
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
45%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Path to Exile
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
43%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
45%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
44%synergy
Shadowspear
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
38%synergy
Fireshrieker
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
41%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
40%synergy
Despark
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
41%synergy
Game Changers
Demonic Tutor
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Farewell
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Teferi's Protection
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Smothering Tithe
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-8%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Imperial Seal
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Creatures
Stoneforge Mystic
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
37%synergy
Lion Sash
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
28%synergy
Esper Sentinel
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
27%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
24%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Foundry Inspector
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Lurrus of the Dream-Den
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Sun Titan
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Selfless Spirit
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Boggart Trawler
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Lotho, Corrupt Shirriff
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Grand Abolisher
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Oswald Fiddlebender
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Witch Enchanter
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Heavenly Blademaster
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Mother of Runes
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Bastion Protector
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Vexilus Praetor
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Squall, SeeD Mercenary
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
10%synergy
Shay Cormac
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Starnheim Courser
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Silent Arbiter
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Relic Seeker
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Blade of the Oni
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Archetype of Courage
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Windborn Muse
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Generous Pup
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Giggling Skitterspike
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Soul's Attendant
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Spirit of the Labyrinth
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Palace Jailer
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Claim Jumper
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Nighthawk Scavenger
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Kambal, Consul of Allocation
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-7%synergy
Selfless Savior
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
White Plume Adventurer
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Giver of Runes
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Skyhunter Strike Force
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Armix, Filigree Thrasher
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Loran, Disciple of History
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Dispatch
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Tainted Strike
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Fell the Profane
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Deadly Rollick
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Dark Ritual
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-7%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Disenchant
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Inkshield
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Go for the Throat
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Deadly Dispute
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-12%synergy
Vanishing Verse
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Final Showdown
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Utter End
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Apostle's Blessing
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Fracture
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Dawn Charm
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Comeuppance
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Return to Dust
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Loran's Escape
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Murder
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Ajani's Presence
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Infernal Grasp
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Doom Blade
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Surge of Salvation
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Mortify
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-15%synergy
Abolish
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Tragic Slip
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Akroma's Will
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Restoration Magic
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
2%synergy
Sorceries
Damn
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Vindicate
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Night's Whisper
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Read the Bones
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Diabolic Tutor
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Sign in Blood
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Feed the Swarm
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Slash the Ranks
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Grim Tutor
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Exorcise
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Requisition Raid
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Austere Command
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-10%synergy
Profane Tutor
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Open the Vaults
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Merciless Eviction
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Reanimate
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Toxic Deluge
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-10%synergy
Cruel Tutor
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sword of Feast and Famine
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
37%synergy
Haunted Cloak
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Viridian Longbow
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
31%synergy
Mask of Memory
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
29%synergy
Nettlecyst
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
27%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Grappling Hook
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
24%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
24%synergy
Thran Power Suit
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
24%synergy
Cranial Plating
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Mithril Coat
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
24%synergy
Darksteel Plate
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Leyline Axe
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
18%synergy
Vorpal Sword
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Basilisk Collar
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Commander's Plate
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
17%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Brass Knuckles
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Skullclamp
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-10%synergy
Moonsilver Spear
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Quietus Spike
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Nazgûl Battle-Mace
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Bloodthirsty Blade
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Mask of Griselbrand
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Prowler's Helm
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Lightning Greaves
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Thornbite Staff
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Godsend
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Holy Avenger
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Pact Weapon
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Champion's Helm
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Wolfhunter's Quiver
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Celestial Armor
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Buster Sword
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
11%synergy
Genji Glove
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
12%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Nemesis Mask
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Mirror Shield
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Enchantments
All That Glitters
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Forge Anew
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
27%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
18%synergy
Phyresis
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Spirit Mantle
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Flaming Fist
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Glasswing Grace
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Brave the Sands
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Kaya's Ghostform
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Ghostly Prison
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Reprobation
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Timely Ward
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Monologue Tax
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Blind Obedience
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-7%synergy
Curse of the Restless Dead
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Lightmine Field
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Cruel Reality
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Gift of Immortality
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Curse of Vitality
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Radiant Grace
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Curse of Fool's Wisdom
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Curse of Misfortunes
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Curse of Exhaustion
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Temporal Isolation
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Curse of Disturbance
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Oblivion Ring
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Oubliette
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Land Tax
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Ethereal Armor
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
32%synergy
Bojuka Bog
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Buried Ruin
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Ancient Den
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Vault of Whispers
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Cabal Coffers
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
9%synergy
War Room
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Reliquary Tower
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Vault of the Archangel
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-16%synergy
Ghost Quarter
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Minas Tirith
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
10%synergy
Monumental Henge
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Command Beacon
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Inventors' Fair
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Castle Locthwain
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Temple of the False God
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Shizo, Death's Storehouse
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Urza's Mine
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Maze of Ith
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Blinkmoth Nexus
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Urza's Tower
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Terrain Generator
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Urza's Power Plant
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Susur Secundi, Void Altar
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
2%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
4%synergy
Midgar, City of Mako
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
1%synergy
Dalkovan Encampment
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Great Arashin City
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
79%inclusion23 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Arcane Signet
69%inclusion20 decks29 decks
-11%synergy
Orzhov Signet
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Fellwar Stone
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
-22%synergy
Thought Vessel
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Mind Stone
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Commander's Sphere
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-8%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
The Aetherspark
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Swamp
97%inclusion28 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Plains
97%inclusion28 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Command Tower
86%inclusion25 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Isolated Chapel
72%inclusion21 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Caves of Koilos
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Tainted Field
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Orzhov Basilica
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Godless Shrine
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
-13%synergy
Brightclimb Pathway
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Concealed Courtyard
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Shattered Sanctum
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
-8%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Myriad Landscape
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Exotic Orchard
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Shineshadow Snarl
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-17%synergy
Temple of Silence
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-15%synergy
Vault of Champions
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-16%synergy
Fetid Heath
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
-20%synergy
Marsh Flats
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Fell the Profane
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Boggart Trawler
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Fabled Passage
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Desolate Mire
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Evolving Wilds
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Scoured Barrens
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Bleachbone Verge
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
-8%synergy
Witch Enchanter
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Glasswing Grace
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Scrubland
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Prismatic Vista
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Goldmire Bridge
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Snow-Covered Swamp
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Silent Clearing
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Rumble Arena
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Misty Palms Oasis
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Shadowy Backstreet
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-16%synergy
Windswept Heath
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Sunlit Marsh
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Arid Mesa
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Insomnia, Crown City
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
4%synergy