Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper (Commander) - Core

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper
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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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Sram, Senior Edificer
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
87%synergy
Belt of Giant Strength
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
50%synergy
Colossus Hammer
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
50%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
50%synergy
Danitha, New Benalia's Light
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
50%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
50%synergy
Nettlecyst
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
50%synergy
Open the Armory
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
50%synergy
All That Glitters
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
49%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
43%synergy
Top Cards
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
40%synergy
Elvish Mystic
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
42%synergy
Game Changers
Seedborn Muse
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Farewell
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Creatures
Avacyn's Pilgrim
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Llanowar Elves
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Sakura-Tribe Elder
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Birds of Paradise
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Fyndhorn Elves
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
33%synergy
The Earth King
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Starnheim Courser
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Yenna, Redtooth Regent
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Sythis, Harvest's Hand
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
17%synergy
Kor Spiritdancer
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Elves of Deep Shadow
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Setessan Champion
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
16%synergy
Arbor Elf
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Balan, Wandering Knight
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Eidolon of Blossoms
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Sanctum Weaver
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Lathiel, the Bounteous Dawn
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Reclamation Sage
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Hardbristle Bandit
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Light-Paws, Emperor's Voice
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Foundry Inspector
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Heliod's Pilgrim
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Relic Seeker
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Starfield Mystic
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Boreal Druid
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Dark Confidant
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Archon of Sun's Grace
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Soul of Eternity
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Ratchet, Field Medic
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Whiptongue Hydra
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Heavenly Blademaster
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Oracle of Mul Daya
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Composer of Spring
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Vito, Thorn of the Dusk Rose
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Thalia and The Gitrog Monster
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Drana and Linvala
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Dragonlord Dromoka
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Darksteel Juggernaut
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Colfenor, the Last Yew
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Guardian of Faith
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Bronze Guardian
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Kemba, Kha Enduring
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Outland Liberator
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Accomplished Alchemist
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Instants
Beast Within
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Assassin's Trophy
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-26%synergy
Village Rites
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-12%synergy
Hunter's Insight
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Generous Gift
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Path to Exile
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-22%synergy
Eldrazi Confluence
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Autumn's Veil
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Dispatch
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Argivian Find
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Return of the Wildspeaker
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Tear Asunder
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Return to Nature
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Final Showdown
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Deadly Dispute
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Infernal Grasp
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Scrollshift
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Mortality Spear
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Momentous Fall
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Corrupted Conviction
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Grand Crescendo
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Sorceries
Farseek
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-6%synergy
Rampant Growth
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Cultivate
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-2%synergy
Toxic Deluge
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Diabolic Intent
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Flicker
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Open the Vaults
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Circuitous Route
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Three Visits
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-10%synergy
Nature's Spiral
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Casualties of War
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Eradicate
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Nature's Lore
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-18%synergy
Night's Whisper
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Hurricane
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Reanimate
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-1%synergy
Winds of Rath
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Feed the Swarm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Overwhelming Forces
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Regrowth
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Against All Odds
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Insatiable Avarice
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Damn
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Dancer's Chakrams
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
67%synergy
Mithril Coat
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Thran Power Suit
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Wand of Orcus
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Celestial Armor
33%inclusion2 decks6 decks
33%synergy
Dragoon's Lance
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Reaper's Scythe
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Paladin's Arms
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
The Wind Crystal
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Monk's Fist
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Dark Knight's Greatsword
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Meltstrider's Gear
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Ninja's Blades
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Black Mage's Rod
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Bard's Bow
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Auxiliary Boosters
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Rocket-Powered Goblin Glider
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Behemoth Sledge
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Lashwrithe
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Skinwing
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Colossal Dreadmask
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Prowler's Helm
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Vorpal Sword
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Flayer Husk
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Batterbone
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Mortarpod
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Strandwalker
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Necropouncer
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Sanctuary Blade
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Mandibular Kite
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Mask of Griselbrand
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Champion's Helm
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Tangleweave Armor
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Skullclamp
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
13%synergy
Drossclaw
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Horn of Valhalla
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Argentum Armor
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Batterskull
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Basilisk Collar
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Enchantments
Colossification
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Spirit Mantle
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Rancor
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Armadillo Cloak
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Sterling Grove
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
17%synergy
Sigil of the Empty Throne
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Forge Anew
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Wild Growth
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Kaya's Ghostform
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Ethereal Armor
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Out of Time
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Kenrith's Transformation
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Fertile Ground
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Verdant Haven
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Minimus Containment
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Curse of the Restless Dead
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Overwhelming Splendor
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Beastmaster Ascension
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Prodigious Growth
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Grasp of Fate
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Forced Adaptation
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Cacophony Unleashed
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Sixth Sense
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Trespasser's Curse
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Cruel Reality
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Gravity Well
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Curse of Silence
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Sandwurm Convergence
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Case of the Locked Hothouse
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Reprobation
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Bear Umbra
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Lignify
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Curse of Exhaustion
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Curse of Disturbance
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Enchantress's Presence
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Vampiric Link
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Song of the Dryads
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Curse of Leeches
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Idolized
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Torment of Scarabs
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Phyresis
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Audacity
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Starfield of Nyx
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Eternal Thirst
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Utility Lands
Bojuka Bog
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-9%synergy
Buried Ruin
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Rogue's Passage
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Restless Cottage
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Restless Prairie
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Reliquary Tower
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-5%synergy
Restless Fortress
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
-3%synergy
Sol Ring
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
-16%synergy
Selesnya Signet
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Fellwar Stone
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
17%synergy
Commander's Sphere
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Talisman of Resilience
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Orzhov Signet
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Lands
Swamp
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Forest
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Command Tower
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
-16%synergy
Exotic Orchard
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
-5%synergy
Llanowar Wastes
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Caves of Koilos
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Sandsteppe Citadel
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
-3%synergy
Evolving Wilds
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Illegitimate Business
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
49%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-5%synergy
Brushland
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Isolated Chapel
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-6%synergy
Woodland Cemetery
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-9%synergy
Sungrass Prairie
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Undergrowth Stadium
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-4%synergy
Scoured Barrens
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
13%synergy
Temple of Malady
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Canopy Vista
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-20%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-2%synergy
Temple of Plenty
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Temple Garden
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-22%synergy
Overgrown Tomb
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-23%synergy
Vault of Champions
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Strangled Cemetery
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Neglected Manor
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Selesnya Sanctuary
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-2%synergy
Fortified Village
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-11%synergy
Orzhov Guildgate
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Radiant Grove
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Blossoming Sands
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Spire of Industry
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Orzhov Basilica
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-1%synergy
Haunted Mire
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Graypelt Refuge
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Godless Shrine
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-34%synergy
Krosan Verge
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Temple of Silence
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-4%synergy
Indatha Triome
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-28%synergy
Promising Vein
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Foul Orchard
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
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