Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist (Commander) - Forced Combat

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist
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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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Psychic Impetus
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
89%synergy
Shiny Impetus
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
88%synergy
Bloodthirsty Blade
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
77%synergy
Martial Impetus
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
66%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
66%synergy
Mask of Memory
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
66%synergy
Curse of Opulence
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
63%synergy
Colossus Hammer
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
62%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
61%synergy
Sly Instigator
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Top Cards
Red Death, Shipwrecker
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Boros Charm
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
35%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
53%synergy
Assault Suit
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Curse of Verbosity
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Starnheim Courser
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
44%synergy
Heliod's Pilgrim
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
44%synergy
Geode Rager
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
44%synergy
Prying Blade
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
44%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Smothering Tithe
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Farewell
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Rhystic Study
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-4%synergy
Mystical Tutor
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Creatures
Renegade Silent
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
44%synergy
Bothersome Quasit
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Frontier Warmonger
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Vengeful Ancestor
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Freya Crescent
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Gogo, Master of Mimicry
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Rhuk, Hexgold Nabber
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Jeering Homunculus
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Mocking Doppelganger
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Emberwilde Captain
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Lion Sash
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Goblin Vandal
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Brass Squire
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
The Reality Chip
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Soltari Visionary
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Goblin Racketeer
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Niv-Mizzet, the Firemind
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Dargo, the Shipwrecker
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Agitator Ant
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Life of the Party
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Auramancer
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Desolation Giant
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Teshar, Ancestor's Apostle
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Crossbow Infantry
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Lizard Blades
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Taigam, Master Opportunist
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Sage of the Skies
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Inquisitive Glimmer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Entity Tracker
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Witch Enchanter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Trophy Mage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Light-Paws, Emperor's Voice
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Invisible Stalker
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Vedalken Infiltrator
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Relic Seeker
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Acquisition Octopus
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Bloodbraid Marauder
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Aurelia, the Law Above
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Kor Spiritdancer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Armory Paladin
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Instants
Deflecting Palm
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Comeuppance
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Chaos Warp
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Take the Bait
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Fumble
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Dispatch
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Negate
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Inventory Management
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Mandate of Peace
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Counterspell
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-13%synergy
Generous Gift
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
2%synergy
New Way Forward
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Pongify
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Whir of Invention
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Mirror Strike
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Dovin's Veto
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-8%synergy
Boros Fury-Shield
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Reflect Damage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Return the Favor
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Honorable Passage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Invert Polarity
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Unexplained Absence
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Cancel
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Final Showdown
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Counterflux
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Hindering Light
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Holy Day
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Magnetic Theft
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Disenchant
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Dawn Charm
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Legion Leadership
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-57%synergy
Immortal Obligation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Metallic Rebuke
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Path to Exile
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-38%synergy
Desynchronization
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Reverse Damage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Pact of Negation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Master Warcraft
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Akroma's Will
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Sorceries
Disrupt Decorum
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Open the Armory
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Citywide Bust
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Swallow Whole
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Of One Mind
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Open the Vaults
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Single Combat
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Cut a Deal
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Spectacular Showdown
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Slash the Ranks
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Ravenform
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Fell Beast's Shriek
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Reckless Handling
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Helm of the Host
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Explorer's Scope
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
44%synergy
Goldvein Pick
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
44%synergy
Sunforger
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
41%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
42%synergy
Dead-Iron Sledge
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
44%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Captain's Hook
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Inspiring Statuary
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Moonsilver Spear
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Genji Glove
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Gorgon's Head
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Grappling Hook
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
No-Dachi
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Greatsword
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Boots of Speed
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Infiltration Lens
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
The Key to the Vault
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Hot Soup
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Argentum Armor
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Ogre's Cleaver
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Pariah's Shield
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Cori-Steel Cutter
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Zephyr Boots
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Stitcher's Graft
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Fiendlash
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Icy Manipulator
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Mithril Coat
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Skullclamp
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Assimilation Aegis
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Nuka-Nuke Launcher
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Holy Avenger
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Vorrac Battlehorns
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Eater of Virtue
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Enchantments
Curse of the Nightly Hunt
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
44%synergy
Curiosity
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Ghirapur Aether Grid
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
The Sound of Drums
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Curse of Inertia
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Vow of Duty
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Aqueous Form
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Bonds of Faith
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Vow of Flight
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Vow of Lightning
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Redemption Arc
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Ghostly Prison
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Propaganda
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Hot Pursuit
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Curse of Hospitality
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Overwhelming Splendor
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Songbirds' Blessing
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Curse of Shaken Faith
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Prison Term
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Curse of Bloodletting
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Forging the Tyrite Sword
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Curse of Surveillance
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Struggle for Project Purity
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Planar Disruption
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-13%synergy
Curse of Exhaustion
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Spirit Loop
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Popular Entertainer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Curse of Conformity
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Curse of Unbinding
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Day of the Moon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Spirit Mantle
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Fighter Class
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Mystic Remora
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Angelic Destiny
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Sphere of Safety
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Radiant Grace
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Acquired Mutation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Curse of Chaos
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
All That Glitters
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Kasmina's Transmutation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Court of Vantress
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Fealty to the Realm
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Curse of Obsession
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Land Tax
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, Heir of the Ancients
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
25%synergy
Academy Ruins
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Axgard Armory
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Reliquary Tower
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-12%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Arcane Lighthouse
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Buried Ruin
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Seat of the Synod
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Inventors' Fair
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
-11%synergy
Arcane Signet
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
-22%synergy
Azorius Signet
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
35%synergy
Boros Signet
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Fellwar Stone
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Commander's Sphere
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Izzet Signet
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-10%synergy
Talisman of Progress
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-23%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Letter of Acceptance
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-31%synergy
Laser Screwdriver
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Thought Vessel
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-12%synergy
Mind Stone
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Island
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
-4%synergy
Exotic Orchard
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Path of Ancestry
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
50%synergy
Mystic Monastery
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Evolving Wilds
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Prairie Stream
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Sacred Foundry
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Glacial Fortress
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-32%synergy
Steam Vents
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-18%synergy
Myriad Landscape
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Riverglide Pathway
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Spire of Industry
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Sea of Clouds
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-8%synergy
Sulfur Falls
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-31%synergy
Battlefield Forge
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-21%synergy
Temple of Triumph
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Frostboil Snarl
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-5%synergy
Rugged Prairie
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Spectator Seating
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-29%synergy
Training Center
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-8%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-19%synergy
Flooded Strand
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Fiery Islet
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Witch Enchanter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Silverbluff Bridge
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Shivan Reef
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-31%synergy
Citadel Gate
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Azorius Chancery
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Cliffgate
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Meandering River
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Vivid Creek
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Port Town
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Tranquil Cove
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Razortide Bridge
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-12%synergy
Thriving Bluff
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
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