Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus (Commander) - Voltron

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Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Barnabas TharmrArdenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Barnabas Tharmr

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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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Turbulent Steppe
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Swordsman's Steel
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Shuri, Wakandan Inventor
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
The Mighty Thor, Jane Foster
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Turbulent Springs
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Puresteel Paladin
79%inclusion33 decks42 decks
72%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
69%inclusion29 decks42 decks
63%synergy
Colossus Hammer
67%inclusion28 decks42 decks
62%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
64%inclusion27 decks42 decks
60%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
64%inclusion27 decks42 decks
59%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
60%inclusion25 decks42 decks
58%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
62%inclusion26 decks42 decks
57%synergy
Lizard Blades
57%inclusion24 decks42 decks
56%synergy
Shadowspear
60%inclusion25 decks42 decks
55%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
60%inclusion25 decks42 decks
55%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
76%inclusion32 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Boros Charm
64%inclusion27 decks42 decks
43%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
62%inclusion26 decks42 decks
37%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
57%inclusion24 decks42 decks
50%synergy
Sword of the Animist
57%inclusion24 decks42 decks
52%synergy
Dovin's Veto
55%inclusion23 decks42 decks
36%synergy
Fighter Class
55%inclusion23 decks42 decks
51%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
55%inclusion23 decks42 decks
52%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
55%inclusion18 decks33 decks
52%synergy
The Reality Chip
52%inclusion22 decks42 decks
49%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
23%synergy
Teferi's Protection
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
20%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Smothering Tithe
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
-4%synergy
Ancient Tomb
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Farewell
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Rhystic Study
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
-4%synergy
Jeska's Will
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Gamble
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Creatures
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
43%inclusion18 decks42 decks
40%synergy
Esper Sentinel
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
19%synergy
Witch Enchanter
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
22%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
26%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
23%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
25%synergy
Lion Sash
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
22%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
17%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
15%synergy
Serra Ascendant
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Urza, Lord High Artificer
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Bothersome Quasit
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Foundry Inspector
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Sun Titan
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Sami, Wildcat Captain
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
9%synergy
Eiganjo Dynastorian
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Mother of Runes
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Grand Abolisher
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Voice of Victory
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Starnheim Courser
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Goblin Engineer
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Balan, Wandering Knight
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Ledger Shredder
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Tataru Taru
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Lorehold, the Historian
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Instants
Path to Exile
45%inclusion19 decks42 decks
-3%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Legion Leadership
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
32%synergy
Generous Gift
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Chaos Warp
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Counterspell
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
-4%synergy
Deflecting Swat
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Sink into Stupor
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
19%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
24%synergy
Dispatch
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Mana Drain
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Wear // Tear
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Final Showdown
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Arcane Denial
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Valakut Awakening
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Chance for Glory
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Negate
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Stubborn Denial
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Take the Bait
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
11%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Render Silent
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
-0%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Slip Out the Back
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Counterflux
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Swan Song
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
-6%synergy
Bolt Bend
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Deflecting Palm
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Comeuppance
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Brainstorm
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
-10%synergy
Invert Polarity
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Permission Denied
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Inventory Management
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Absorb
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Dawn's Truce
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Everybody Lives!
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Clever Concealment
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Get Lost
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Resculpt
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Savage Beating
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Silence
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Delay
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Izzet Charm
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Great Train Heist
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Open the Armory
48%inclusion20 decks42 decks
42%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
25%synergy
Winds of Abandon
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Blasphemous Act
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
-8%synergy
Disrupt Decorum
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Slash the Ranks
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Ponder
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-9%synergy
World at War
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Wrath of God
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Vandalblast
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-2%synergy
Lórien Revealed
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Anchor to Reality
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Capture of Jingzhou
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Sundering Eruption
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Time Warp
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Conqueror's Flail
52%inclusion22 decks42 decks
50%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
51%inclusion19 decks37 decks
50%synergy
The Key to the Vault
50%inclusion21 decks42 decks
47%synergy
Sunforger
50%inclusion21 decks42 decks
47%synergy
Genji Glove
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
41%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
40%inclusion17 decks42 decks
39%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
34%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
36%inclusion15 decks42 decks
31%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
32%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
31%synergy
Skullclamp
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
22%synergy
Mask of Memory
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
32%synergy
Thran Power Suit
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
29%synergy
Helm of the Host
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
26%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
28%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
28%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
27%synergy
Leyline Axe
28%inclusion11 decks39 decks
25%synergy
Nettlecyst
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
25%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
26%synergy
Winged Boots
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
24%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
24%synergy
Buster Sword
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
22%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
24%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
23%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
20%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
22%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
19%synergy
Mithril Coat
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Robe of Stars
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
19%synergy
Assault Suit
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Basilisk Collar
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Goggles of Night
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Bloodthirsty Blade
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Darksteel Plate
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Commander's Plate
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Argentum Armor
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Staff of Titania
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Doc Ock's Tentacles
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Batterbone
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Lost Jitte
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Champion's Helm
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
36%inclusion15 decks42 decks
32%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
25%synergy
The Sound of Drums
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Shiny Impetus
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Redemption Arc
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Propaganda
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Aggravated Assault
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Mystic Remora
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
0%synergy
Ghostly Prison
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
0%synergy
Psychic Impetus
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Storm the Vault
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Mirrormade
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Curse of Verbosity
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Martial Impetus
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Frostcliff Siege
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-6%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
2%synergy
Utility Lands
Academy Ruins
45%inclusion19 decks42 decks
38%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
40%inclusion17 decks42 decks
28%synergy
Urza's Saga
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
30%synergy
Rogue's Passage
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Reliquary Tower
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
-8%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Ancient Den
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Seat of the Synod
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Buried Ruin
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Great Furnace
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Arena of Glory
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Inventors' Fair
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Archway of Innovation
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Axgard Armory
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Command Beacon
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Uthros, Titanic Godcore
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-1%synergy
Witch's Clinic
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Arcane Lighthouse
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Mistveil Plains
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Mistrise Village
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
88%inclusion37 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Arcane Signet
79%inclusion33 decks42 decks
-10%synergy
Talisman of Progress
52%inclusion22 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
52%inclusion22 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
52%inclusion22 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Fellwar Stone
36%inclusion15 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Boros Signet
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
-2%synergy
Azorius Signet
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
-7%synergy
Izzet Signet
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
-10%synergy
The Aetherspark
16%inclusion6 decks37 decks
14%synergy
Mox Opal
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
6%synergy
The Irencrag
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Mind Stone
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
-2%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion42 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Mountain
95%inclusion40 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Island
95%inclusion40 decks42 decks
-0%synergy
Plains
95%inclusion40 decks42 decks
0%synergy
Exotic Orchard
74%inclusion31 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Sacred Foundry
69%inclusion29 decks42 decks
28%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
69%inclusion29 decks42 decks
27%synergy
Steam Vents
67%inclusion28 decks42 decks
26%synergy
Training Center
60%inclusion25 decks42 decks
29%synergy
Raugrin Triome
57%inclusion24 decks42 decks
21%synergy
Arid Mesa
55%inclusion23 decks42 decks
27%synergy
Spectator Seating
55%inclusion23 decks42 decks
26%synergy
Scalding Tarn
55%inclusion23 decks42 decks
28%synergy
Flooded Strand
52%inclusion22 decks42 decks
23%synergy
Battlefield Forge
50%inclusion21 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
50%inclusion21 decks42 decks
-2%synergy
Sea of Clouds
45%inclusion19 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Shivan Reef
43%inclusion18 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Glacial Fortress
40%inclusion17 decks42 decks
-15%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
40%inclusion17 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Legion Leadership
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
32%synergy
Deserted Beach
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Spire of Industry
36%inclusion15 decks42 decks
22%synergy
Sulfur Falls
36%inclusion15 decks42 decks
-18%synergy
Sundown Pass
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Mystic Monastery
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
-25%synergy
Witch Enchanter
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
22%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Sink into Stupor
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
19%synergy
Rugged Prairie
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Meticulous Archive
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
22%inclusion9 decks41 decks
13%synergy
Riverpyre Verge
22%inclusion8 decks37 decks
14%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
22%inclusion8 decks37 decks
14%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Prairie Stream
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
-17%synergy
Mana Confluence
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Mystic Gate
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Reflecting Pool
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Elegant Parlor
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Thundering Falls
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
-6%synergy
Prismatic Vista
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Perilous Landscape
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
-2%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Valakut Awakening
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Tundra
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Volcanic Island
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Plateau
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
11%synergy