Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Nadier, Agent of the Duskenel (Commander)

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Nadier, Agent of the Duskenel
Rank #3,998
25decks
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.
Deck Filters
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Colossus Hammer
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
75%synergy
Mace of the Valiant
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
60%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
58%synergy
Resurrection Orb
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
56%synergy
Mask of Griselbrand
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
51%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
51%synergy
Blade of Selves
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
50%synergy
Sword of the Animist
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
49%synergy
Skullclamp
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
45%synergy
Nettlecyst
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
43%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Ashnod's Altar
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
38%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Pitiless Plunderer
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Open the Armory
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
36%synergy
Gift of Immortality
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
34%synergy
Nim Deathmantle
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Zulaport Cutthroat
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Disciple of Bolas
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
38%synergy
Game Changers
Smothering Tithe
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Ancient Tomb
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
The One Ring
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Demonic Tutor
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-7%synergy
Creatures
Eldrazi Displacer
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Ruthless Technomancer
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Nested Shambler
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
34%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Elas il-Kor, Sadistic Pilgrim
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Mirkwood Bats
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Corpse Knight
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Blood Artist
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Teysa Karlov
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Nadier's Nightblade
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Syr Vondam, Sunstar Exemplar
25%inclusion4 decks16 decks
17%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Esper Sentinel
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Elenda, the Dusk Rose
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Mondrak, Glory Dominus
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Cruel Celebrant
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Sun Titan
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Marionette Apprentice
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Elenda's Hierophant
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER
19%inclusion3 decks16 decks
12%synergy
Exalted Sunborn
19%inclusion3 decks16 decks
15%synergy
Witch Enchanter
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Shadowheart, Dark Justiciar
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Lotho, Corrupt Shirriff
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Luminous Broodmoth
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Blade of the Oni
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Lion Sash
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Fortune, Loyal Steed
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Starnheim Courser
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Woe Strider
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Angel of Condemnation
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Ophiomancer
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Welcoming Vampire
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Rumor Gatherer
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Leonin Shikari
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Stone Haven Outfitter
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Skullport Merchant
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Bronze Guardian
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Bitterbloom Bearer
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
5%synergy
Soul's Attendant
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Rosie Cotton of South Lane
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Foundry Inspector
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Troll of Khazad-dûm
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Faerie Bladecrafter
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Charismatic Conqueror
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Whisper, Blood Liturgist
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Ephemerate
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Supernatural Stamina
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
-9%synergy
Eerie Interlude
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Path to Exile
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
-21%synergy
Dispatch
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Kabira Takedown
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Deadly Dispute
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Cloudshift
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Generous Gift
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Fell the Profane
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Not Dead After All
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Dark Ritual
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Undying Malice
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Flicker of Fate
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Otherworldly Journey
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Long Road Home
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Inkshield
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-7%synergy
Hagra Mauling
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Valorous Stance
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Village Rites
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-14%synergy
Clever Concealment
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Ashnod's Intervention
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Cosmic Intervention
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Mortify
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-14%synergy
Feign Death
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Akroma's Will
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Sephiroth's Intervention
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Damn
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
-9%synergy
Austere Command
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Feed the Swarm
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Essence Harvest
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Desperate Plea
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Diabolic Intent
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Divine Reckoning
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Makindi Stampede
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Read the Bones
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Dread Return
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Night's Whisper
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-10%synergy
Slash the Ranks
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Single Combat
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Reanimate
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Toxic Deluge
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-9%synergy
Vote Out
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
7%synergy
Blasphemous Edict
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
0%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Grafted Wargear
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
36%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
34%synergy
Greataxe
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
32%synergy
Cranial Plating
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
The Masamune
31%inclusion5 decks16 decks
30%synergy
Doc Ock's Tentacles
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
31%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Thran Power Suit
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
27%synergy
O-Naginata
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Horn of Valhalla
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Ogre's Cleaver
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Inspiring Statuary
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Phyrexian Altar
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Argentum Armor
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Demonmail Hauberk
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Kemba's Banner
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Hero's Blade
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Citizen's Crowbar
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Helm of the Host
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Pennon Blade
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Andúril, Flame of the West
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Stormbeacon Blade
19%inclusion3 decks16 decks
19%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
19%inclusion3 decks16 decks
18%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
19%inclusion3 decks16 decks
19%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Sword of the Squeak
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
12%synergy
Reaper's Scythe
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
12%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Helm of Kaldra
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Mithril Coat
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Shield of Kaldra
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Vorpal Sword
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Kaldra
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Mortarpod
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Stoneforge Masterwork
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Goldvein Pick
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Conjurer's Closet
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Shadowspear
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Enchantments
Kaya's Ghostform
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Fallen Ideal
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Forge Anew
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Bastion of Remembrance
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Black Market Connections
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Anointed Procession
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Teleportation Circle
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
15%synergy
The Meathook Massacre
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Glasswing Grace
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Far Traveler
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Inspiring Leader
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Friendly Neighborhood
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Champions from Beyond
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
12%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Agent of the Iron Throne
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Dictate of Erebos
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-17%synergy
All That Glitters
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Team Avatar
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Raiders' Spoils
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Murder Investigation
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Animate Dead
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Land Tax
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Grave Pact
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Bitterblossom
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Ghostly Prison
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-7%synergy
Dazzling Theater // Prop Room
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
19%inclusion3 decks16 decks
13%synergy
The Eternal Wanderer
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Bojuka Bog
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Phyrexian Tower
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Rogue's Passage
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Buried Ruin
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Command Beacon
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
High Market
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Sanctum of Eternity
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Vault of the Archangel
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
-9%synergy
Shambling Vent
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Temple of the False God
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Minas Tirith
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Midgar, City of Mako
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
7%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
10%synergy
Secluded Starforge
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
12%synergy
Susur Secundi, Void Altar
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
7%synergy
Urza's Saga
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Monumental Henge
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
War Room
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Reliquary Tower
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-11%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Shizo, Death's Storehouse
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Arid Archway
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Mishra's Factory
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Roadside Reliquary
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Barren Moor
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Cabal Coffers
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Arch of Orazca
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Restless Fortress
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Polluted Mire
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Guildless Commons
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Secluded Steppe
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Drifting Meadow
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
80%inclusion20 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Arcane Signet
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Orzhov Signet
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Mind Stone
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Fellwar Stone
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Patchwork Banner
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Charcoal Diamond
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Crowded Crypt
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Marble Diamond
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Thought Vessel
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-6%synergy
Springleaf Drum
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
The Irencrag
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Mox Opal
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Swamp
100%inclusion25 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion25 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
92%inclusion23 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Caves of Koilos
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Fetid Heath
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Godless Shrine
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Isolated Chapel
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
-11%synergy
Tainted Field
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Myriad Landscape
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Orzhov Basilica
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Brightclimb Pathway
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Shattered Sanctum
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Marsh Flats
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Vault of Champions
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Exotic Orchard
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Desolate Mire
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Spire of Industry
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Temple of Silence
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
-16%synergy
Kabira Takedown
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Concealed Courtyard
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Shineshadow Snarl
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-21%synergy
Silent Clearing
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Witch Enchanter
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Fell the Profane
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Glasswing Grace
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Ash Barrens
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Path of Ancestry
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-7%synergy
Bleachbone Verge
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
-11%synergy
Prismatic Vista
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Fabled Passage
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Scrubland
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Hagra Mauling
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-6%synergy
Shadowy Backstreet
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-15%synergy
Makindi Stampede
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Demolition Field
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Sunlit Marsh
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Evolving Wilds
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-12%synergy
Scoured Barrens
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-15%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Vibrant Cityscape
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy