Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Mondo Gecko, Esquire (Commander) - Expensive Core

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Mondo Gecko, Esquire
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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
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
89%synergy
Sword of the Animist
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
83%synergy
Commander's Plate
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
74%synergy
Shadowspear
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
70%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
70%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
70%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
69%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
63%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
62%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
39%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
4%synergy
Jeska's Will
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
5%synergy
Smothering Tithe
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
1%synergy
Creatures
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
50%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
56%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
54%synergy
Joined Researchers
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
48%synergy
Naktamun Lorespinner
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
47%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Esper Sentinel
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
37%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
38%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
37%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
30%synergy
Lizard Blades
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
33%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
6%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Foundry Inspector
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
11%synergy
Fear of Missing Out
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Swiftblade Vindicator
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Giver of Runes
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Combat Celebrant
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
11%synergy
Wall of Omens
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Mother of Runes
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
8%synergy
Vindictive Flamestoker
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Tiana, Ship's Caretaker
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Leonin Shikari
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Bastion Protector
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Fervent Champion
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Sun Titan
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
6%synergy
Mentor of the Meek
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
9%synergy
Skirk Prospector
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Rabbit Battery
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
10%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Mirran Crusader
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Instants
Boros Charm
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
-6%synergy
Path to Exile
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
3%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
29%synergy
Dawn's Truce
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
30%synergy
Lightning Bolt
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
30%synergy
Akroma's Will
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
28%synergy
Ethereal Haze
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Orim's Chant
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Return to Dust
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Return the Favor
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
2%synergy
Unleash Fury
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Angel's Grace
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Silence
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Wear // Tear
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
1%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
4%synergy
Big Score
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
6%synergy
Dawn Charm
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Legion Leadership
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
3%synergy
Deflecting Swat
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
3%synergy
Great Train Heist
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Surge of Salvation
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Shelter
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Flaring Pain
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Aurelia's Fury
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Deflecting Palm
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
1%synergy
Unexpectedly Absent
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Bulk Up
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Generous Gift
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-10%synergy
Sorceries
Steelshaper's Gift
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
48%synergy
Seize the Day
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Open the Armory
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
27%synergy
Seize the Spotlight
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
38%synergy
Blasphemous Act
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Slash the Ranks
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
38%synergy
Requisition Raid
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Wheel of Misfortune
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Open the Vaults
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Faithless Looting
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
2%synergy
Seize the Spoils
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Survival Cache
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Fiery Gambit
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Pirate's Pillage
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
By Force
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Single Combat
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Rite of Flame
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Cut a Deal
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Council's Judgment
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Empty City Ruse
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Strike It Rich
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Rip Apart
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Relentless Assault
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Harsh Mercy
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Redress Fate
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Reforge the Soul
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Thran Power Suit
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
55%synergy
Mithril Coat
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
49%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
54%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
57%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
54%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
51%synergy
Basilisk Collar
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
46%synergy
Doc Ock's Tentacles
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
49%synergy
Improvised Arsenal
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
49%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
33%synergy
Leyline Axe
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
33%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
38%synergy
Sunforger
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
27%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
29%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
38%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
31%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
38%synergy
Genji Glove
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
33%synergy
Squire's Lightblade
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Nettlecyst
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Ghostfire Blade
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Team Pennant
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Bronze Sword
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Lightning Spear
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Cloud Key
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Batterbone
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Trusty Machete
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Sigil of Distinction
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Darksteel Axe
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Chainsaw
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Robe of Stars
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Bonesplitter
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Blazing Sunsteel
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
O-Naginata
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Prying Blade
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Haunted Cloak
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
50%synergy
Fighter Class
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
50%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
28%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
All That Glitters
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
33%synergy
Hyena Umbra
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Flickering Ward
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Forging the Tyrite Sword
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Volcanic Strength
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Timely Ward
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Green Scarab
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Angelic Gift
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Utility Lands
Ancient Den
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
47%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
40%synergy
Great Furnace
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
47%synergy
Wasteland
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Remote Farm
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Buried Ruin
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Forgotten Cave
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Crystal Vein
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Arena of Glory
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
11%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
12%synergy
Secluded Steppe
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Inventors' Fair
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
11%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
4%synergy
Ruins of Trokair
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Axgard Armory
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
12%synergy
Reliquary Tower
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
1%synergy
Monumental Henge
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Sandstone Needle
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Dwarven Ruins
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Strip Mine
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
City of Traitors
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Rogue's Passage
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-10%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Arcane Signet
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
0%synergy
Boros Signet
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
12%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
-11%synergy
Lotus Bloom
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Lotus Petal
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Mox Amber
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Mox Tantalite
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Mox Opal
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Lands
Sacred Foundry
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
52%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
-6%synergy
Battlefield Forge
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
22%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Sundown Pass
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Rugged Prairie
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Arid Mesa
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
31%synergy
Spectator Seating
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
21%synergy
Temple of Triumph
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
4%synergy
Boros Garrison
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
5%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Plateau
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
28%synergy
Abraded Bluffs
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Glittering Massif
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
16%synergy
Radiant Summit
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-0%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Exotic Orchard
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-10%synergy
Windswept Heath
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
4%synergy
Wooded Foothills
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-2%synergy
Stone Quarry
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Elegant Parlor
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-0%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-5%synergy
Legion Leadership
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
3%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
4%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
3%synergy
Sacred Peaks
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
9%synergy
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