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

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Tana, the Bloodsower
Rank #1,496
25decks
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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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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Colossus Hammer
92%inclusion23 decks25 decks
85%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
72%synergy
Belt of Giant Strength
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
67%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
60%synergy
Skullclamp
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
57%synergy
Esper Sentinel
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
55%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
51%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
50%synergy
Open the Armory
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
47%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
44%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Birds of Paradise
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
33%synergy
Avacyn's Pilgrim
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
41%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
30%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
44%synergy
Elvish Mystic
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
36%synergy
Llanowar Elves
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
32%synergy
Sylvan Library
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Eladamri's Call
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Game Changers
Ancient Tomb
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
42%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Teferi's Protection
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Smothering Tithe
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Crop Rotation
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Worldly Tutor
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Chrome Mox
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
33%synergy
Aura Shards
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
23%synergy
The One Ring
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Creatures
Puresteel Paladin
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
44%inclusion8 decks18 decks
37%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
41%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
43%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
32%synergy
Fyndhorn Elves
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Delighted Halfling
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Toski, Bearer of Secrets
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Lion Sash
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Grand Abolisher
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Witch Enchanter
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Bloom Tender
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Ohran Frostfang
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Endurance
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Aven Mindcensor
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Ethersworn Canonist
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Lizard Blades
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Professor Hojo
17%inclusion3 decks18 decks
9%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Eternal Witness
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Fear of Missing Out
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Elvish Spirit Guide
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Danitha, New Benalia's Light
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Jetmir, Nexus of Revels
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Sigarda, Font of Blessings
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Kiki-Jiki, Mirror Breaker
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Voice of Victory
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
11%synergy
Collector Ouphe
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Relic Seeker
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Enduring Vitality
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Felidar Guardian
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Arbor Elf
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Purphoros, God of the Forge
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Magus of the Moon
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Bastion Protector
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Chord of Calling
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Path to Exile
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
-10%synergy
Deflecting Swat
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Generous Gift
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Boros Charm
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Heroic Intervention
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
-11%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Enter the Avatar State
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Veil of Summer
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Chaos Warp
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Dawn's Truce
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Clever Concealment
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Get Lost
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Silence
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Pyroblast
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Akroma's Will
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Naya Charm
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Legolas's Quick Reflexes
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Nature's Claim
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Wear // Tear
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Archdruid's Charm
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Legion Leadership
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Inventory Management
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Final Showdown
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Tithe
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Force of Vigor
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Beast Within
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-23%synergy
Thraben Charm
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Final Fortune
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Noxious Revival
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Surge of Salvation
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Cosmic Rebirth
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Great Train Heist
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Unexpectedly Absent
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Restoration Magic
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Eldritch Evolution
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
37%synergy
Jeska's Will
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Finale of Devastation
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Green Sun's Zenith
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Nature's Lore
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-22%synergy
Farewell
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Nature's Rhythm
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
12%synergy
Three Visits
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-15%synergy
Farseek
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-36%synergy
Blasphemous Act
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-13%synergy
Vandalblast
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Gamble
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Sylvan Scrying
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Skyshroud Claim
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Triumph of the Hordes
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Winds of Abandon
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Rampant Growth
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-30%synergy
Time of Need
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Search for Glory
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Rite of Flame
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Natural Order
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Sundering Eruption
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Conqueror's Flail
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
42%synergy
Shadowspear
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
40%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
41%synergy
Helm of the Host
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
36%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
37%synergy
Buster Sword
33%inclusion6 decks18 decks
25%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
32%synergy
Sunforger
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Sword of the Animist
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Staff of Titania
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
22%inclusion4 decks18 decks
15%synergy
Nettlecyst
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Lightning Greaves
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Argentum Armor
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Fireshrieker
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Leyline Axe
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Mithril Coat
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Thran Power Suit
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Basilisk Collar
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Scepter of Celebration
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Birthing Pod
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Robe of Stars
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Lost Jitte
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Embercleave
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Horn of Valhalla
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Crown of Gondor
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Mask of Memory
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Genji Glove
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
6%synergy
Celestial Armor
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Fighter Class
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
34%synergy
Forge Anew
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Wild Growth
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Carpet of Flowers
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Deafening Silence
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Impact Tremors
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Aggravated Assault
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
11%synergy
High Noon
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
All That Glitters
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Raised by Giants
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Survival of the Fittest
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Warleader's Call
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Land Tax
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Goblin Bombardment
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Breath of Fury
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Ikoria
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Planeswalkers
Minsc & Boo, Timeless Heroes
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Vivien on the Hunt
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Boseiju, Who Endures
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
40%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
33%synergy
Urza's Saga
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Rogue's Passage
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-7%synergy
Arena of Glory
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Buried Ruin
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Three Tree City
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Evendo, Waking Haven
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
9%synergy
Fomori Vault
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Shifting Woodland
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Tree of Tales
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Mistveil Plains
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Axgard Armory
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Kessig Wolf Run
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Ancient Den
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Skarrg, the Rage Pits
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Field of the Dead
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Gavony Township
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Inventors' Fair
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Great Furnace
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion25 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Arcane Signet
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
-7%synergy
Mox Opal
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Mox Diamond
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Mana Vault
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Lotus Petal
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Talisman of Unity
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
7%synergy
The Aetherspark
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Grim Monolith
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Herd Heirloom
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
5%synergy
Fellwar Stone
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion25 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Forest
88%inclusion22 decks25 decks
-9%synergy
Temple Garden
84%inclusion21 decks25 decks
42%synergy
Plains
84%inclusion21 decks25 decks
-12%synergy
Stomping Ground
80%inclusion20 decks25 decks
37%synergy
Mountain
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
-19%synergy
Sacred Foundry
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
32%synergy
Windswept Heath
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
37%synergy
Wooded Foothills
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
34%synergy
Arid Mesa
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
37%synergy
Exotic Orchard
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Spectator Seating
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Marsh Flats
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Plateau
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
34%synergy
Taiga
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
34%synergy
Savannah
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Jetmir's Garden
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Flooded Strand
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
34%synergy
Misty Rainforest
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Spire Garden
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Commercial District
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
23%synergy
City of Brass
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Mana Confluence
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Scalding Tarn
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Elegant Parlor
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Cinder Glade
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
-25%synergy
Witch Enchanter
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
16%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Rockfall Vale
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Sundown Pass
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Battlefield Forge
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Karplusan Forest
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Lush Portico
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Spire of Industry
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Rugged Prairie
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Hushwood Verge
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Brushland
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Canopy Vista
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-33%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Sungrass Prairie
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-26%synergy
Overgrown Farmland
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-10%synergy
Legion Leadership
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-30%synergy
Copperline Gorge
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy