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

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
Sword of Feast and Famine
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
91%synergy
Urza's Saga
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
90%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
89%synergy
Colossus Hammer
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
89%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
88%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
88%synergy
Commander's Plate
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
83%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
83%synergy
Esper Sentinel
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
75%synergy
Deflecting Swat
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
73%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
34%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
71%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
71%synergy
Shadowspear
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
68%synergy
Path to Exile
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
70%synergy
Open the Armory
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
53%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
62%synergy
Grand Abolisher
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
56%synergy
Buster Sword
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
58%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
85%synergy
Teferi's Protection
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
73%synergy
Ancient Tomb
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
82%synergy
The One Ring
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
83%synergy
Mana Vault
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
74%synergy
Chrome Mox
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
74%synergy
Jeska's Will
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
51%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
62%synergy
Smothering Tithe
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
25%synergy
Mox Diamond
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
42%synergy
Creatures
Mother of Runes
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
38%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
34%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
37%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
38%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
41%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
24%synergy
Giver of Runes
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
27%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
27%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Foundry Inspector
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Silent Arbiter
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Lion Sash
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Magus of the Moon
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Bastion Protector
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Boromir, Warden of the Tower
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Lizard Blades
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Freya Crescent
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
9%synergy
Sokka, Swordmaster
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Leonin Abunas
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Ancient Copper Dragon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Combat Celebrant
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Treasonous Ogre
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Leonin Shikari
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Fervent Champion
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Voice of Victory
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Instants
Silence
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
50%synergy
Pyroblast
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
51%synergy
Wear // Tear
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
24%synergy
Boros Charm
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-15%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Generous Gift
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Redirect Lightning
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
23%synergy
Chaos Warp
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-8%synergy
Loran's Escape
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Clever Concealment
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Angel's Grace
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Restoration Magic
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Dispatch
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Zoyowa's Justice
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Tithe
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Chance for Glory
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Dawn's Truce
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Lightning Bolt
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Get Lost
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-6%synergy
Skullcrack
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Disenchant
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Legion Leadership
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Great Train Heist
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Galvanic Blast
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Deflecting Palm
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-8%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Reprieve
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Sorceries
Sevinne's Reclamation
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Blasphemous Act
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Gamble
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
27%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Wrath of God
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Winds of Abandon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Slash the Ranks
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
49%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
50%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
49%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Sunforger
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
41%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Mithril Coat
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
34%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
38%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
42%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
24%synergy
Robe of Stars
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Helm of the Host
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Sword of the Animist
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
24%synergy
Basilisk Collar
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Genji Glove
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Skullclamp
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Lightning Greaves
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Mask of Memory
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Quietus Spike
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Nazgûl Battle-Mace
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Worldslayer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Thran Power Suit
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Vexing Bauble
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Blazing Sunsteel
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Embercleave
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Sculpting Steel
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Grafdigger's Cage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Torpor Orb
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Bilbo's Ring
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Lost Jitte
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
46%synergy
Fighter Class
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
45%synergy
Aggravated Assault
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Land Tax
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
25%synergy
Blood Moon
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
All That Glitters
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Super State
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Underworld Breach
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Rising of the Day
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Deafening Silence
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Spirit Mantle
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
War of the Last Alliance
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Utility Lands
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Buried Ruin
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Arena of Glory
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
24%synergy
Minas Tirith
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Inventors' Fair
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
24%synergy
Mishra's Workshop
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Mistveil Plains
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Rogue's Passage
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Great Furnace
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Ancient Den
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
9%synergy
War Room
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Homeward Path
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Maze of Ith
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-6%synergy
Axgard Armory
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Monumental Henge
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Hammerheim
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Strip Mine
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Mox Amber
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
84%synergy
Mox Opal
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
73%synergy
Lotus Petal
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
62%synergy
Arcane Signet
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
-35%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-19%synergy
Grim Monolith
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Boros Signet
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-28%synergy
The Aetherspark
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Fellwar Stone
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Springleaf Drum
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Paradise Mantle
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Mox Tantalite
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Lands
Plateau
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
88%synergy
Sacred Foundry
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
42%synergy
Plains
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
-9%synergy
Command Tower
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
-8%synergy
Mountain
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
-20%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
52%synergy
Arid Mesa
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
49%synergy
Spectator Seating
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Battlefield Forge
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
63%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
50%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
-10%synergy
Windswept Heath
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
38%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
40%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Marsh Flats
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
38%synergy
Sundown Pass
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Rugged Prairie
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-10%synergy
Elegant Parlor
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Mana Confluence
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
City of Brass
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
29%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Exotic Orchard
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-22%synergy
Wooded Foothills
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Scalding Tarn
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Flooded Strand
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Radiant Summit
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-8%synergy
Prismatic Vista
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Spire of Industry
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Temple of Triumph
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-27%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Cavern of Souls
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-10%synergy
Boros Garrison
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-26%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Legion Leadership
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Snow-Covered Mountain
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Flagstones of Trokair
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy