Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Joshua Rosfield (Commander) - Optimized Aggro

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Joshua Rosfield
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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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Colossus Hammer
95%inclusion41 decks43 decks
84%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
88%inclusion38 decks43 decks
78%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
88%inclusion38 decks43 decks
77%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
93%inclusion40 decks43 decks
76%synergy
Commander's Plate
77%inclusion33 decks43 decks
71%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
79%inclusion34 decks43 decks
70%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
77%inclusion33 decks43 decks
65%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
70%inclusion30 decks43 decks
63%synergy
Open the Armory
74%inclusion32 decks43 decks
61%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
77%inclusion33 decks43 decks
59%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
79%inclusion34 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Path to Exile
72%inclusion31 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Esper Sentinel
70%inclusion30 decks43 decks
45%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
70%inclusion30 decks43 decks
27%synergy
Sunforger
70%inclusion30 decks43 decks
55%synergy
Boros Charm
65%inclusion28 decks43 decks
17%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
60%inclusion26 decks43 decks
53%synergy
Fighter Class
60%inclusion26 decks43 decks
50%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
60%inclusion26 decks43 decks
51%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
58%inclusion25 decks43 decks
53%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
74%inclusion32 decks43 decks
59%synergy
Jeska's Will
47%inclusion20 decks43 decks
31%synergy
Teferi's Protection
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
23%synergy
Ancient Tomb
37%inclusion16 decks43 decks
30%synergy
Gamble
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
28%synergy
The One Ring
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Mana Vault
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Smothering Tithe
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
-3%synergy
Chrome Mox
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Creatures
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
56%inclusion24 decks43 decks
49%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
56%inclusion24 decks43 decks
49%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
53%inclusion23 decks43 decks
41%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
46%inclusion17 decks37 decks
38%synergy
Lizard Blades
44%inclusion19 decks43 decks
36%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
42%inclusion18 decks43 decks
32%synergy
Mother of Runes
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
27%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
34%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
28%synergy
Grand Abolisher
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
22%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
29%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
18%synergy
Giver of Runes
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
20%synergy
Silent Arbiter
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
17%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Ethersworn Canonist
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Voice of Victory
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
0%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Lion Sash
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Combat Celebrant
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Archon of Emeria
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Aven Mindcensor
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Serra Ascendant
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Hushbringer
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Raiyuu, Storm's Edge
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Foundry Inspector
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
0%synergy
Sun Titan
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-5%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
8.1%inclusion3 decks37 decks
3%synergy
Freya Crescent
8.1%inclusion3 decks37 decks
3%synergy
Witch Enchanter
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-6%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-7%synergy
Relic Seeker
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Eidolon of Rhetoric
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Magus of the Moon
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Linvala, Keeper of Silence
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Deflecting Swat
56%inclusion24 decks43 decks
40%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
42%inclusion18 decks43 decks
24%synergy
Wear // Tear
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Legion Leadership
30%inclusion13 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Generous Gift
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
-4%synergy
Chaos Warp
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
-7%synergy
Dispatch
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
18%synergy
Reprieve
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
18%synergy
Loran's Escape
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Silence
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
14%synergy
Deflecting Palm
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
0%synergy
Akroma's Will
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Pyroblast
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Dawn's Truce
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Lightning Bolt
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Inventory Management
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Bolt Bend
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Valakut Awakening
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Redirect Lightning
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-2%synergy
Clever Concealment
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Master Warcraft
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Orim's Chant
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Angel's Grace
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Final Fortune
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-10%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Sevinne's Reclamation
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Blasphemous Act
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
-10%synergy
Slash the Ranks
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
18%synergy
Seize the Day
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Austere Command
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
-5%synergy
Faithless Looting
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
-5%synergy
Winds of Abandon
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Farewell
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-1%synergy
Single Combat
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Wheel of Misfortune
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Vandalblast
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-8%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Sundering Eruption
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Relentless Assault
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Overpowering Attack
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Shadowspear
56%inclusion24 decks43 decks
46%synergy
Thran Power Suit
53%inclusion23 decks43 decks
48%synergy
Mask of Memory
53%inclusion23 decks43 decks
46%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
53%inclusion23 decks43 decks
41%synergy
Mithril Coat
51%inclusion22 decks43 decks
41%synergy
Sword of the Animist
51%inclusion22 decks43 decks
34%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
47%inclusion20 decks43 decks
40%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
42%inclusion18 decks43 decks
39%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
30%synergy
Buster Sword
39%inclusion14 decks36 decks
31%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
37%inclusion16 decks43 decks
35%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
36%inclusion15 decks42 decks
33%synergy
Helm of the Host
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
27%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
31%synergy
Basilisk Collar
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
21%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
30%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
27%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
29%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
30%inclusion13 decks43 decks
23%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
30%inclusion11 decks37 decks
27%synergy
Genji Glove
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
22%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
26%synergy
Robe of Stars
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
23%synergy
Nettlecyst
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
17%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
21%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
20%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
18%synergy
Champion's Helm
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Skullclamp
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
17%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
17%synergy
Leyline Axe
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Argentum Armor
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Embercleave
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Fireshrieker
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Lightning Greaves
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
-15%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
14%inclusion5 decks36 decks
10%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
30%synergy
All That Glitters
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
27%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
18%synergy
Blood Moon
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Super State
21%inclusion7 decks34 decks
19%synergy
Idolized
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Land Tax
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Spirit Mantle
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
8%synergy
With Great Power . . .
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Aggravated Assault
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Curse of Opulence
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Rest in Peace
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
High Noon
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Forging the Tyrite Sword
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Blind Obedience
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Deafening Silence
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Guild Artisan
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Brilliant Wings
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
24%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
8%synergy
Nahiri, Heir of the Ancients
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Buried Ruin
56%inclusion24 decks43 decks
42%synergy
Rogue's Passage
53%inclusion23 decks43 decks
23%synergy
Urza's Saga
49%inclusion21 decks43 decks
39%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
47%inclusion20 decks43 decks
25%synergy
Inventors' Fair
42%inclusion18 decks43 decks
33%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
42%inclusion18 decks43 decks
25%synergy
Great Furnace
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
22%synergy
Ancient Den
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
20%synergy
Axgard Armory
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
20%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Arena of Glory
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Minas Tirith
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
4%synergy
War Room
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Command Beacon
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Mistveil Plains
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Reliquary Tower
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
-7%synergy
Monumental Henge
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
8.1%inclusion3 decks37 decks
3%synergy
Witch's Clinic
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Mines of Moria
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Temple of the False God
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
98%inclusion42 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Arcane Signet
67%inclusion29 decks43 decks
-12%synergy
Mox Amber
65%inclusion28 decks43 decks
61%synergy
Boros Signet
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
-11%synergy
Mox Opal
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
35%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
37%inclusion16 decks43 decks
-15%synergy
Springleaf Drum
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
21%synergy
Lotus Petal
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
16%synergy
The Aetherspark
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Paradise Mantle
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Mind Stone
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
-8%synergy
Fellwar Stone
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-15%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
95%inclusion41 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Mountain
93%inclusion40 decks43 decks
-5%synergy
Plains
93%inclusion40 decks43 decks
-5%synergy
Battlefield Forge
81%inclusion35 decks43 decks
25%synergy
Sacred Foundry
77%inclusion33 decks43 decks
30%synergy
Spectator Seating
67%inclusion29 decks43 decks
28%synergy
Arid Mesa
63%inclusion27 decks43 decks
34%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
53%inclusion23 decks43 decks
-12%synergy
Rugged Prairie
49%inclusion21 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
47%inclusion20 decks43 decks
21%synergy
Sundown Pass
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
3%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
37%inclusion16 decks43 decks
35%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
37%inclusion16 decks43 decks
20%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Legion Leadership
30%inclusion13 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
-16%synergy
Plateau
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
21%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
22%synergy
Exotic Orchard
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
-8%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Spire of Industry
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Boros Garrison
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
-16%synergy
Temple of Triumph
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
-19%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
2%synergy
City of Brass
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Valakut Awakening
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Windswept Heath
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Elegant Parlor
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
-8%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
-5%synergy
Marsh Flats
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Flooded Strand
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Prismatic Vista
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Wooded Foothills
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-12%synergy
Scalding Tarn
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Witch Enchanter
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-6%synergy
Myriad Landscape
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-12%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Demolition Field
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Sundering Eruption
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Snow-Covered Mountain
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Mana Confluence
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Radiant Summit
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-15%synergy
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