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

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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Kíli the Resourceful
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
7%synergy
The Lonely Mountain
20%inclusion3 decks15 decks
4%synergy
Thorin Oakenshield
20%inclusion3 decks15 decks
4%synergy
Dwalin, Weaponmaster
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-6%synergy
Well-Worn Spatula
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
93%inclusion81 decks87 decks
82%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
89%inclusion77 decks87 decks
72%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
86%inclusion75 decks87 decks
68%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
75%inclusion65 decks87 decks
63%synergy
Open the Armory
76%inclusion66 decks87 decks
63%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
68%inclusion59 decks87 decks
56%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
68%inclusion59 decks87 decks
56%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
62%inclusion54 decks87 decks
51%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
55%inclusion48 decks87 decks
49%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
56%inclusion49 decks87 decks
46%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
82%inclusion71 decks87 decks
41%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
76%inclusion66 decks87 decks
10%synergy
Boros Charm
67%inclusion58 decks87 decks
20%synergy
Sword of the Animist
61%inclusion53 decks87 decks
44%synergy
Path to Exile
56%inclusion49 decks87 decks
-1%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
53%inclusion46 decks87 decks
43%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
52%inclusion45 decks87 decks
46%synergy
Sunforger
52%inclusion45 decks87 decks
39%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
49%inclusion43 decks87 decks
46%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
49%inclusion43 decks87 decks
39%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
29%inclusion25 decks87 decks
14%synergy
Smothering Tithe
24%inclusion21 decks87 decks
6%synergy
Teferi's Protection
15%inclusion13 decks87 decks
-0%synergy
Jeska's Will
13%inclusion11 decks87 decks
-2%synergy
Farewell
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Ancient Tomb
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
1%synergy
The One Ring
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
2%synergy
Creatures
Bruenor Battlehammer
45%inclusion39 decks87 decks
34%synergy
Lizard Blades
39%inclusion34 decks87 decks
32%synergy
Esper Sentinel
36%inclusion31 decks87 decks
12%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
31%inclusion27 decks87 decks
27%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
30%inclusion23 decks76 decks
23%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
30%inclusion26 decks87 decks
27%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
29%inclusion25 decks87 decks
24%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
29%inclusion25 decks87 decks
23%synergy
Mother of Runes
26%inclusion23 decks87 decks
14%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
23%inclusion20 decks87 decks
21%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
20%inclusion17 decks87 decks
14%synergy
Lion Sash
20%inclusion17 decks87 decks
14%synergy
Bastion Protector
18%inclusion16 decks87 decks
11%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
18%inclusion16 decks87 decks
16%synergy
Foundry Inspector
17%inclusion15 decks87 decks
8%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
16%inclusion14 decks87 decks
11%synergy
Tiana, Ship's Caretaker
16%inclusion14 decks87 decks
14%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
16%inclusion12 decks76 decks
11%synergy
Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
14%inclusion12 decks87 decks
11%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
14%inclusion12 decks87 decks
8%synergy
Champion of the Flame
14%inclusion12 decks87 decks
12%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
13%inclusion10 decks76 decks
7%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
13%inclusion11 decks87 decks
-0%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
13%inclusion11 decks87 decks
10%synergy
Relic Seeker
11%inclusion10 decks87 decks
10%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
11%inclusion10 decks87 decks
3%synergy
Giver of Runes
11%inclusion10 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Raph & Leo, Sibling Rivals
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
8%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
11%inclusion8 decks76 decks
7%synergy
Starnheim Courser
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
9%synergy
Gisela, Blade of Goldnight
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
-1%synergy
Leonin Shikari
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
9%synergy
Rabbit Battery
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
8%synergy
Killmonger, Ruthless Usurper
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
9.2%inclusion7 decks76 decks
6%synergy
Freya Crescent
9.2%inclusion7 decks76 decks
5%synergy
Leonin Abunas
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
8%synergy
Sun Titan
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
-5%synergy
Grand Abolisher
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
-1%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
3%synergy
Black Widow, Agile Avenger
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Silent Arbiter
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
7%synergy
Witch Enchanter
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
-6%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Serra Ascendant
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Fíli and Kíli, Joyous
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
-7%synergy
Twinflame Tyrant
5.8%inclusion5 decks86 decks
4%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
36%inclusion31 decks87 decks
6%synergy
Legion Leadership
32%inclusion28 decks87 decks
15%synergy
Chaos Warp
29%inclusion25 decks87 decks
-1%synergy
Wear // Tear
25%inclusion22 decks87 decks
7%synergy
Deflecting Palm
23%inclusion20 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Dispatch
22%inclusion19 decks87 decks
8%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
18%inclusion16 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Loran's Escape
17%inclusion15 decks87 decks
10%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion12 decks87 decks
6%synergy
Akroma's Will
14%inclusion12 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
13%inclusion11 decks87 decks
-3%synergy
Disenchant
13%inclusion11 decks87 decks
8%synergy
Deflecting Swat
13%inclusion11 decks87 decks
-4%synergy
Inventory Management
13%inclusion11 decks87 decks
7%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
11%inclusion10 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Surge of Salvation
11%inclusion10 decks87 decks
9%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
-0%synergy
Dawn's Truce
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Dawn Charm
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
7%synergy
Reprieve
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
7%synergy
Return to Dust
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
6%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
-3%synergy
Abrade
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
-4%synergy
Lightning Bolt
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
-3%synergy
Bolt Bend
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
3%synergy
Valakut Awakening
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
0%synergy
Redirect Lightning
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
0%synergy
Erode
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-2%synergy
Valorous Stance
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
3%synergy
Unleash Fury
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
3%synergy
Response // Resurgence
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Great Train Heist
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
2%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Blasphemous Act
28%inclusion24 decks87 decks
-6%synergy
Slash the Ranks
23%inclusion20 decks87 decks
21%synergy
Faithless Looting
15%inclusion13 decks87 decks
-3%synergy
Rip Apart
11%inclusion10 decks87 decks
-1%synergy
Seize the Day
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Single Combat
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
7%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
-5%synergy
Wrath of God
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Vandalblast
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
-6%synergy
Relentless Assault
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Austere Command
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
-7%synergy
Winds of Rath
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
6%synergy
Day of Judgment
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
6%synergy
Overpowering Attack
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
3%synergy
Borrowed Knowledge
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Divine Reckoning
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Sundering Eruption
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
-0%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Shadowspear
47%inclusion41 decks87 decks
37%synergy
Thran Power Suit
46%inclusion40 decks87 decks
41%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
45%inclusion39 decks87 decks
38%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
44%inclusion38 decks87 decks
35%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
44%inclusion38 decks87 decks
39%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
43%inclusion37 decks87 decks
33%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
41%inclusion36 decks87 decks
36%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
40%inclusion35 decks87 decks
30%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
40%inclusion35 decks87 decks
33%synergy
Basilisk Collar
40%inclusion35 decks87 decks
26%synergy
Argentum Armor
39%inclusion34 decks87 decks
35%synergy
Mask of Memory
37%inclusion32 decks87 decks
29%synergy
Mjölnir, Hammer of Thor
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Buster Sword
34%inclusion26 decks76 decks
26%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
33%inclusion29 decks87 decks
28%synergy
Lightning Greaves
33%inclusion29 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Nettlecyst
30%inclusion26 decks87 decks
24%synergy
Commander's Plate
30%inclusion26 decks87 decks
24%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
26%inclusion23 decks87 decks
23%synergy
Leyline Axe
26%inclusion22 decks86 decks
21%synergy
Mithril Coat
25%inclusion22 decks87 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
25%inclusion22 decks87 decks
20%synergy
Fireshrieker
25%inclusion22 decks87 decks
23%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
23%inclusion20 decks87 decks
18%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
23%inclusion20 decks87 decks
17%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
23%inclusion20 decks87 decks
21%synergy
Genji Glove
23%inclusion17 decks75 decks
16%synergy
Champion's Helm
22%inclusion19 decks87 decks
17%synergy
Swordsman's Steel
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
21%inclusion18 decks87 decks
16%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
21%inclusion18 decks87 decks
15%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
20%inclusion15 decks76 decks
17%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
20%inclusion17 decks87 decks
15%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
20%inclusion17 decks87 decks
17%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
18%inclusion16 decks87 decks
17%synergy
Helm of the Host
18%inclusion16 decks87 decks
11%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
17%inclusion13 decks75 decks
14%synergy
Robe of Stars
17%inclusion15 decks87 decks
15%synergy
Darksteel Plate
17%inclusion15 decks87 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
17%inclusion15 decks87 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
17%inclusion15 decks87 decks
16%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
16%inclusion14 decks87 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
15%inclusion13 decks87 decks
12%synergy
Prowler's Helm
15%inclusion13 decks87 decks
14%synergy
Haunted Cloak
15%inclusion13 decks87 decks
13%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
15%inclusion13 decks87 decks
14%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
15%inclusion13 decks87 decks
13%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
14%inclusion12 decks87 decks
11%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
14%inclusion12 decks87 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
14%inclusion12 decks87 decks
12%synergy
Enchantments
Fighter Class
46%inclusion40 decks87 decks
36%synergy
All That Glitters
41%inclusion36 decks87 decks
34%synergy
Forge Anew
31%inclusion27 decks87 decks
21%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
31%inclusion27 decks87 decks
27%synergy
Land Tax
18%inclusion16 decks87 decks
7%synergy
Forging the Tyrite Sword
17%inclusion15 decks87 decks
15%synergy
Spirit Mantle
17%inclusion15 decks87 decks
14%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
15%inclusion13 decks87 decks
13%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
13%inclusion11 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Timely Ward
11%inclusion10 decks87 decks
9%synergy
On Serra's Wings
11%inclusion10 decks87 decks
10%synergy
Ghostly Prison
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
2%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Fiery Emancipation
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Super State
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Aggravated Assault
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Hyena Umbra
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
6%synergy
Idolized
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
6%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
2%synergy
Smuggler's Share
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
-0%synergy
Gratuitous Violence
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
3%synergy
Flaming Fist
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, Heir of the Ancients
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
6%synergy
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
7%synergy
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
72%inclusion63 decks87 decks
42%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
41%inclusion36 decks87 decks
22%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
39%inclusion34 decks87 decks
24%synergy
Axgard Armory
36%inclusion31 decks87 decks
28%synergy
Buried Ruin
34%inclusion30 decks87 decks
21%synergy
Ancient Den
23%inclusion20 decks87 decks
10%synergy
Urza's Saga
22%inclusion19 decks87 decks
12%synergy
Inventors' Fair
22%inclusion19 decks87 decks
13%synergy
Great Furnace
21%inclusion18 decks87 decks
8%synergy
Reliquary Tower
16%inclusion14 decks87 decks
-2%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
13%inclusion11 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
11%inclusion10 decks87 decks
3%synergy
Monumental Henge
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Arena of Glory
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
-0%synergy
Command Beacon
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
-1%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
6%synergy
War Room
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
-2%synergy
Witch's Clinic
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Mistveil Plains
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Temple of the False God
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
-2%synergy
Needle Spires
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
5.3%inclusion4 decks76 decks
1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
90%inclusion78 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Arcane Signet
79%inclusion69 decks87 decks
-0%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
51%inclusion44 decks87 decks
-1%synergy
Boros Signet
46%inclusion40 decks87 decks
-2%synergy
Fellwar Stone
21%inclusion18 decks87 decks
-4%synergy
Mind Stone
16%inclusion14 decks87 decks
-8%synergy
Commander's Sphere
15%inclusion13 decks87 decks
2%synergy
Thought Vessel
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
-4%synergy
Arc Reactor
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
The Aetherspark
8.2%inclusion7 decks85 decks
5%synergy
Mox Amber
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
2%synergy
Marble Diamond
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Fire Diamond
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Mox Opal
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion87 decks87 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion87 decks87 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
91%inclusion79 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
67%inclusion58 decks87 decks
-1%synergy
Battlefield Forge
61%inclusion53 decks87 decks
3%synergy
Sacred Foundry
55%inclusion48 decks87 decks
7%synergy
Rugged Prairie
45%inclusion39 decks87 decks
-0%synergy
Spectator Seating
45%inclusion39 decks87 decks
6%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
38%inclusion33 decks87 decks
13%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
33%inclusion29 decks87 decks
-11%synergy
Arid Mesa
33%inclusion29 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Legion Leadership
32%inclusion28 decks87 decks
15%synergy
Sundown Pass
31%inclusion27 decks87 decks
-9%synergy
Temple of Triumph
31%inclusion27 decks87 decks
-5%synergy
Boros Garrison
29%inclusion25 decks87 decks
-5%synergy
Exotic Orchard
23%inclusion20 decks87 decks
-7%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
21%inclusion18 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
18%inclusion16 decks87 decks
-4%synergy
Elegant Parlor
18%inclusion16 decks87 decks
-2%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
16%inclusion14 decks85 decks
-8%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
16%inclusion14 decks87 decks
-0%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
15%inclusion13 decks87 decks
12%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
15%inclusion13 decks87 decks
3%synergy
Evolving Wilds
15%inclusion13 decks87 decks
-3%synergy
Plateau
15%inclusion13 decks87 decks
3%synergy
Turbulent Steppe
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
-2%synergy
Myriad Landscape
14%inclusion12 decks87 decks
-3%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion12 decks87 decks
6%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
13%inclusion11 decks87 decks
-4%synergy
Fabled Passage
11%inclusion10 decks87 decks
-0%synergy
Sacred Peaks
11%inclusion10 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
-3%synergy
Path of Ancestry
10%inclusion9 decks87 decks
-6%synergy
Alpine Meadow
9.2%inclusion8 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Spire of Industry
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
3%synergy
Stone Quarry
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Marsh Flats
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
2%synergy
Flooded Strand
8.0%inclusion7 decks87 decks
2%synergy
Prismatic Vista
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Witch Enchanter
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
-6%synergy
Wooded Foothills
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
1%synergy
Reflecting Pool
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
4%synergy
Boros Guildgate
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
-1%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
3%synergy
Opal Palace
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
5%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
0%synergy
Valakut Awakening
6.9%inclusion6 decks87 decks
0%synergy
Windswept Heath
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
-1%synergy
Sundering Eruption
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
-0%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
5.7%inclusion5 decks87 decks
-1%synergy
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