Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Tana, the Bloodsower (Commander) - Core

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Tana, the Bloodsower
Rank #1,600
72decks
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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Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Joined Researchers
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Suspend Aggression
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
79%inclusion57 decks72 decks
72%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
78%inclusion56 decks72 decks
70%synergy
Belt of Giant Strength
61%inclusion44 decks72 decks
60%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
65%inclusion47 decks72 decks
60%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
58%inclusion42 decks72 decks
55%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
76%inclusion55 decks72 decks
49%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
58%inclusion42 decks72 decks
49%synergy
Lizard Blades
46%inclusion33 decks72 decks
45%synergy
Skullclamp
60%inclusion43 decks72 decks
44%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
47%inclusion34 decks72 decks
44%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
64%inclusion46 decks72 decks
6%synergy
Sword of the Animist
49%inclusion35 decks72 decks
40%synergy
Scepter of Celebration
44%inclusion32 decks72 decks
43%synergy
Path to Exile
44%inclusion32 decks72 decks
-10%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
43%inclusion31 decks72 decks
40%synergy
Open the Armory
42%inclusion30 decks72 decks
37%synergy
Farseek
40%inclusion29 decks72 decks
-7%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
39%inclusion28 decks72 decks
34%synergy
Basilisk Collar
39%inclusion28 decks72 decks
33%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
38%inclusion27 decks72 decks
34%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
-11%synergy
Creatures
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
38%inclusion27 decks72 decks
32%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
36%inclusion26 decks72 decks
33%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
31%inclusion22 decks72 decks
9%synergy
Danitha, New Benalia's Light
31%inclusion22 decks72 decks
28%synergy
Avacyn's Pilgrim
29%inclusion21 decks72 decks
18%synergy
Meria, Scholar of Antiquity
25%inclusion18 decks72 decks
24%synergy
Toski, Bearer of Secrets
25%inclusion18 decks72 decks
17%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
25%inclusion18 decks72 decks
22%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
25%inclusion18 decks72 decks
20%synergy
Birds of Paradise
25%inclusion18 decks72 decks
1%synergy
Lion Sash
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
19%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
22%synergy
Llanowar Elves
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Jetmir, Nexus of Revels
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
10%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
19%inclusion14 decks72 decks
16%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
19%inclusion14 decks72 decks
19%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
19%inclusion14 decks72 decks
18%synergy
Sakura-Tribe Elder
17%inclusion12 decks72 decks
9%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
17%inclusion12 decks72 decks
15%synergy
Bastion Protector
15%inclusion11 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Elvish Mystic
14%inclusion10 decks72 decks
3%synergy
Esper Sentinel
14%inclusion10 decks72 decks
1%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
14%inclusion10 decks72 decks
12%synergy
Ohran Frostfang
14%inclusion10 decks72 decks
6%synergy
Chishiro, the Shattered Blade
14%inclusion10 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Mother of Runes
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
10%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
12%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Witch Enchanter
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Armory Paladin
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
9%synergy
Champion of Lambholt
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
2%synergy
Rabbit Battery
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Krenko, Tin Street Kingpin
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
11%inclusion4 decks37 decks
4%synergy
Baylen, the Haymaker
10%inclusion7 decks70 decks
5%synergy
Kodama of the West Tree
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Valduk, Keeper of the Flame
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
8%synergy
Utopia Mycon
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
8%synergy
Dogmeat, Ever Loyal
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Tendershoot Dryad
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Purphoros, God of the Forge
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
3%synergy
Moonshaker Cavalry
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Red XIII, Proud Warrior
8.1%inclusion3 decks37 decks
-2%synergy
Foundry Inspector
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Cadira, Caller of the Small
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
2%synergy
Sun Titan
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
3%synergy
Halana and Alena, Partners
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
3%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Goblin Anarchomancer
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
3%synergy
Instants
Boros Charm
35%inclusion25 decks72 decks
10%synergy
Generous Gift
32%inclusion23 decks72 decks
6%synergy
Chaos Warp
28%inclusion20 decks72 decks
8%synergy
Heroic Intervention
28%inclusion20 decks72 decks
-11%synergy
Beast Within
28%inclusion20 decks72 decks
-3%synergy
Aura Mutation
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
15%synergy
Artifact Mutation
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
15%synergy
Rite of Harmony
19%inclusion14 decks72 decks
17%synergy
Legion Leadership
19%inclusion14 decks72 decks
15%synergy
Return of the Wildspeaker
18%inclusion13 decks72 decks
1%synergy
Hunter's Insight
18%inclusion13 decks72 decks
16%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
14%inclusion10 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Inventory Management
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
8%synergy
Valorous Stance
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
8%synergy
Naya Charm
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
0%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
-6%synergy
Nature's Claim
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
4%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
7.5%inclusion5 decks67 decks
5%synergy
Dawn's Truce
7.1%inclusion5 decks70 decks
-1%synergy
Dispatch
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
0%synergy
Silkguard
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
6%synergy
Clever Concealment
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
-2%synergy
Wear // Tear
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Tamiyo's Safekeeping
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
4%synergy
Abrade
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
4%synergy
Akroma's Will
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
-13%synergy
Valakut Awakening
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Restoration Magic
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Opera Love Song
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
6%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Surge of Salvation
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Cultivate
36%inclusion26 decks72 decks
-13%synergy
Blasphemous Act
32%inclusion23 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Nature's Lore
29%inclusion21 decks72 decks
-9%synergy
Rampant Growth
29%inclusion21 decks72 decks
-9%synergy
Three Visits
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
-5%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
18%synergy
Kodama's Reach
21%inclusion15 decks72 decks
-6%synergy
Slash the Ranks
18%inclusion13 decks72 decks
18%synergy
Shamanic Revelation
17%inclusion12 decks72 decks
6%synergy
Overwhelming Stampede
17%inclusion12 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Austere Command
15%inclusion11 decks72 decks
1%synergy
Single Combat
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
9%synergy
Rishkar's Expertise
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
-2%synergy
Stump Stomp
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
6%synergy
Sundering Eruption
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
4%synergy
Vandalblast
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
-1%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
3%synergy
Harmonize
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
-2%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
2%synergy
Romantic Rendezvous
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Horn of Valhalla
38%inclusion27 decks72 decks
36%synergy
Thran Power Suit
36%inclusion26 decks72 decks
35%synergy
Argentum Armor
36%inclusion26 decks72 decks
35%synergy
Nettlecyst
28%inclusion20 decks72 decks
25%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
28%inclusion20 decks72 decks
24%synergy
Mask of Memory
28%inclusion20 decks72 decks
25%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
26%inclusion19 decks72 decks
26%synergy
Mace of the Valiant
26%inclusion19 decks72 decks
26%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
25%inclusion18 decks72 decks
24%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
25%inclusion18 decks72 decks
18%synergy
Embercleave
24%inclusion17 decks72 decks
21%synergy
Lightning Greaves
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
-4%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
20%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
20%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
21%inclusion15 decks72 decks
16%synergy
Sunforger
21%inclusion15 decks72 decks
19%synergy
Pennon Blade
19%inclusion14 decks72 decks
19%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
19%inclusion14 decks72 decks
14%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
18%inclusion13 decks72 decks
18%synergy
Mithril Coat
18%inclusion13 decks72 decks
14%synergy
Crown of Gondor
18%inclusion13 decks72 decks
18%synergy
Behemoth Sledge
17%inclusion12 decks72 decks
10%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
17%inclusion12 decks72 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
17%inclusion12 decks72 decks
15%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
17%inclusion12 decks72 decks
12%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
17%inclusion12 decks72 decks
15%synergy
Leyline Axe
16%inclusion10 decks61 decks
15%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
16%inclusion6 decks37 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
15%inclusion11 decks72 decks
13%synergy
Shadowspear
15%inclusion11 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Champion's Helm
15%inclusion11 decks72 decks
8%synergy
Mage Slayer
15%inclusion11 decks72 decks
14%synergy
Genji Glove
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
10%synergy
Robe of Stars
14%inclusion10 decks72 decks
13%synergy
Fireshrieker
14%inclusion10 decks72 decks
12%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
12%synergy
Helm of the Host
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
9%synergy
Commander's Plate
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
12%synergy
Chainsaw
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
10%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
8%synergy
Sigil of Valor
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Moonsilver Spear
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Buster Sword
11%inclusion4 decks36 decks
3%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
8%synergy
Assault Suit
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
10%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Wild Growth
31%inclusion22 decks72 decks
22%synergy
All That Glitters
29%inclusion21 decks72 decks
24%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
26%inclusion19 decks72 decks
22%synergy
Impact Tremors
25%inclusion18 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Strength of the Harvest
19%inclusion14 decks72 decks
16%synergy
Forge Anew
18%inclusion13 decks72 decks
13%synergy
Fungal Plots
17%inclusion12 decks72 decks
16%synergy
Inspiring Leader
17%inclusion12 decks72 decks
15%synergy
Bear Umbra
15%inclusion11 decks72 decks
12%synergy
Colossification
14%inclusion10 decks72 decks
13%synergy
Goblin Bombardment
14%inclusion10 decks72 decks
8%synergy
Team Avatar
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
10%synergy
Snake Umbra
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Fighter Class
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
10%synergy
Fertile Ground
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
9%synergy
Strong Back
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Raised by Giants
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Bravado
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Beastmaster Ascension
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
0%synergy
Idolized
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Warleader's Call
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
1%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
3%synergy
Master Chef
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
8%synergy
Kenrith's Transformation
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
6%synergy
Ethereal Armor
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
6%synergy
Anointed Procession
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
-2%synergy
Curse of Opulence
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Sticky Fingers
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
6%synergy
Armadillo Cloak
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Almost Perfect
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Rancor
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
3%synergy
Paladin Class
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Ancestral Mask
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Spirit Mantle
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Shiny Impetus
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
6%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
1%synergy
Flaming Fist
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Pain for All
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Shimmerwilds Growth
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Renewed Solidarity
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Cryptolith Rite
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
1%synergy
Annie Joins Up
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
-14%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
4%synergy
Canopy Cover
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Hyena Umbra
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
4%synergy
Tavern Brawler
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Sphere of Safety
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Guild Artisan
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Sylvan Anthem
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
50%inclusion36 decks72 decks
23%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
18%inclusion13 decks72 decks
12%synergy
Kessig Wolf Run
18%inclusion13 decks72 decks
2%synergy
Buried Ruin
15%inclusion11 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Urza's Saga
14%inclusion10 decks72 decks
9%synergy
Reliquary Tower
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
-6%synergy
Gavony Township
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
3%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
9%synergy
Arena of Glory
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
6%synergy
Axgard Armory
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
8%synergy
Restless Bivouac
8.3%inclusion6 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Mosswort Bridge
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
-10%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
6.9%inclusion5 decks72 decks
-12%synergy
Multiversal Passage
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Raging Ravine
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Castle Embereth
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
4%synergy
Stirring Wildwood
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
82%inclusion59 decks72 decks
-2%synergy
Arcane Signet
76%inclusion55 decks72 decks
2%synergy
Boros Signet
19%inclusion14 decks72 decks
12%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
17%inclusion12 decks72 decks
8%synergy
Fellwar Stone
15%inclusion11 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Gruul Signet
15%inclusion11 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Selesnya Signet
14%inclusion10 decks72 decks
6%synergy
Talisman of Unity
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
4%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
4%synergy
Commander's Sphere
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
-3%synergy
Mind Stone
5.6%inclusion4 decks72 decks
2%synergy
Lands
Forest
100%inclusion72 decks72 decks
3%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion72 decks72 decks
4%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion72 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
96%inclusion69 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Exotic Orchard
64%inclusion46 decks72 decks
11%synergy
Jungle Shrine
61%inclusion44 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Canopy Vista
60%inclusion43 decks72 decks
10%synergy
Cinder Glade
53%inclusion38 decks72 decks
4%synergy
Battlefield Forge
46%inclusion33 decks72 decks
22%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
46%inclusion33 decks72 decks
2%synergy
Rootbound Crag
38%inclusion27 decks72 decks
-2%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
35%inclusion25 decks72 decks
-5%synergy
Stomping Ground
33%inclusion24 decks72 decks
-11%synergy
Temple Garden
33%inclusion24 decks72 decks
-10%synergy
Evolving Wilds
32%inclusion23 decks72 decks
1%synergy
Path of Ancestry
31%inclusion22 decks72 decks
-4%synergy
Sacred Foundry
29%inclusion21 decks72 decks
-11%synergy
Brushland
29%inclusion21 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Jetmir's Garden
29%inclusion21 decks72 decks
-11%synergy
Temple of Triumph
28%inclusion20 decks72 decks
16%synergy
Karplusan Forest
25%inclusion18 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Rockfall Vale
24%inclusion17 decks72 decks
0%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
24%inclusion17 decks72 decks
-4%synergy
Sungrass Prairie
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
6%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
2%synergy
Sheltering Landscape
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
8%synergy
Spectator Seating
22%inclusion16 decks72 decks
-3%synergy
Temple of Abandon
21%inclusion15 decks72 decks
10%synergy
Strength of the Harvest
19%inclusion14 decks72 decks
16%synergy
Spire Garden
19%inclusion14 decks72 decks
-7%synergy
Temple of Plenty
19%inclusion14 decks72 decks
8%synergy
Legion Leadership
19%inclusion14 decks72 decks
15%synergy
Overgrown Farmland
18%inclusion13 decks72 decks
-4%synergy
Mossfire Valley
17%inclusion12 decks72 decks
3%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
15%inclusion11 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Sundown Pass
14%inclusion10 decks72 decks
-1%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
14%inclusion10 decks72 decks
-2%synergy
Cabaretti Courtyard
13%inclusion9 decks72 decks
4%synergy
Witch Enchanter
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
7%synergy
Fabled Passage
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
-1%synergy
Windswept Heath
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
-21%synergy
Spire of Industry
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
5%synergy
Fortified Village
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
-10%synergy
Scattered Groves
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
3%synergy
Stump Stomp
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
6%synergy
Boros Garrison
11%inclusion8 decks72 decks
1%synergy
Game Trail
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
-10%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
9%synergy
Wooded Foothills
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
-21%synergy
Razorverge Thicket
10%inclusion7 decks72 decks
6%synergy