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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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Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Urza's Saga
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
90%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
89%synergy
Colossus Hammer
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
88%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
88%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
82%synergy
Commander's Plate
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
81%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
80%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
78%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
75%synergy
Shadowspear
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
65%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Esper Sentinel
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
62%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
56%synergy
Fighter Class
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
64%synergy
Deflecting Swat
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
59%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
67%inclusion4 decks6 decks
59%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
55%synergy
Open the Armory
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
49%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
55%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
84%synergy
Teferi's Protection
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
71%synergy
Ancient Tomb
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
80%synergy
Chrome Mox
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
71%synergy
Jeska's Will
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
47%synergy
The One Ring
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
56%synergy
Mana Vault
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
59%synergy
Smothering Tithe
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Mox Diamond
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Creatures
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Grand Abolisher
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
40%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
43%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Silent Arbiter
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Lion Sash
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
31%synergy
Mother of Runes
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
30%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
33%inclusion2 decks6 decks
27%synergy
Freya Crescent
33%inclusion2 decks6 decks
28%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Giver of Runes
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Lizard Blades
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
17%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Sokka, Swordmaster
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
13%synergy
Witch Enchanter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-1%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Leonin Abunas
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Gingerbrute
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Foundry Inspector
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Magus of the Moon
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Etched Champion
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Bastion Protector
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Fervent Champion
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Jor Kadeen, First Goldwarden
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Voice of Victory
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Aven Interrupter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Instants
Path to Exile
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
45%synergy
Generous Gift
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
17%synergy
Dispatch
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Boros Charm
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-11%synergy
Clever Concealment
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
30%synergy
Wear // Tear
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
17%synergy
Pyroblast
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Chaos Warp
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-6%synergy
Loran's Escape
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Dawn's Truce
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Angel's Grace
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Silence
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Disenchant
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Redirect Lightning
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Restoration Magic
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
10%synergy
Zoyowa's Justice
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Chance for Glory
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Get Lost
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Reverberate
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Skullcrack
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Legion Leadership
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-5%synergy
Great Train Heist
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Galvanic Blast
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Excise the Imperfect
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Deflecting Palm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-6%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Reprieve
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Valakut Awakening
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Wheel of Fortune
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
13%synergy
Blasphemous Act
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-8%synergy
Wheel of Misfortune
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Divine Reckoning
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Winds of Abandon
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Single Combat
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Gamble
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Slash the Ranks
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sunforger
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
47%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
47%synergy
Buster Sword
50%inclusion3 decks6 decks
41%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Robe of Stars
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Skullclamp
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
31%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
31%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
31%synergy
Mask of Memory
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
30%synergy
Sword of the Animist
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
28%synergy
Nettlecyst
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Thran Power Suit
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Mithril Coat
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Helm of the Host
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
17%synergy
Lost Jitte
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Lightning Greaves
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-4%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Basilisk Collar
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Quietus Spike
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Nazgûl Battle-Mace
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Worldslayer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Plate Armor
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Blazing Sunsteel
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Embercleave
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Cliffhaven Kitesail
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Sculpting Steel
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Greatsword of Tyr
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Bearded Axe
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Bilbo's Ring
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
40%synergy
Aggravated Assault
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
16%synergy
Super State
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Underworld Breach
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Rising of the Day
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Forging the Tyrite Sword
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Spirit Mantle
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Blood Moon
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
All That Glitters
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Land Tax
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Utility Lands
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
50%synergy
Rogue's Passage
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Buried Ruin
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Inventors' Fair
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
28%synergy
Arena of Glory
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
War Room
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
16%synergy
Minas Tirith
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Mishra's Workshop
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Mistveil Plains
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Axgard Armory
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
16%synergy
Great Furnace
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Ancient Den
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Maze of Ith
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Command Beacon
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-5%synergy
Monumental Henge
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Hammerheim
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Homeward Path
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Strip Mine
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Mox Amber
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
83%synergy
Mox Opal
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
83%synergy
Lotus Petal
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
70%synergy
Arcane Signet
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
-17%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
-2%synergy
Boros Signet
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-14%synergy
The Aetherspark
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Fellwar Stone
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Paradise Mantle
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Grim Monolith
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
The Irencrag
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Springleaf Drum
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Mox Tantalite
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Lands
Plateau
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
88%synergy
Sacred Foundry
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
42%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
62%synergy
Plains
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
-10%synergy
Arid Mesa
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
59%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
71%synergy
Command Tower
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
-11%synergy
Battlefield Forge
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Mountain
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
-23%synergy
Spectator Seating
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Rugged Prairie
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
59%synergy
Mana Confluence
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
59%synergy
City of Brass
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
58%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
47%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Sundown Pass
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
46%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
-15%synergy
Elegant Parlor
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Marsh Flats
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
31%synergy
Windswept Heath
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Wooded Foothills
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Boros Garrison
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-13%synergy
Scalding Tarn
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Prismatic Vista
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Witch Enchanter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Exotic Orchard
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-16%synergy
Spire of Industry
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-31%synergy
Reflecting Pool
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Temple of Triumph
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-25%synergy
Cavern of Souls
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Legion Leadership
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-5%synergy
Snow-Covered Mountain
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Flooded Strand
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Flagstones of Trokair
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Valakut Awakening
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy