Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Torgal, Clive's Companion (Commander) - Core

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Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Torgal, Clive's Companion
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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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Erode
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
59%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Blackblade Reforged
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
70%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
84%inclusion21 decks25 decks
69%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
57%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
56%synergy
Colossus Hammer
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
55%synergy
Open the Armory
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
51%synergy
Sword of the Animist
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
49%synergy
Luxior, Giada's Gift
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
47%synergy
Keleth, Sunmane Familiar
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
43%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
42%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Path to Exile
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
41%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
40%synergy
Mithril Coat
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
36%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Generous Gift
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Oketra's Monument
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-15%synergy
Farewell
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-12%synergy
Creatures
Mangara, the Diplomat
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Bastion Protector
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Esper Sentinel
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
-6%synergy
Gandalf the White
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Mikaeus, the Lunarch
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Loyal Warhound
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Isamaru, Hound of Konda
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Phelia, Exuberant Shepherd
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Teshar, Ancestor's Apostle
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Weapons Vendor
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Venat, Heart of Hydaelyn
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Eight-and-a-Half-Tails
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Foundry Inspector
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Icingdeath, Frost Tyrant
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Lion Sash
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Mother of Runes
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Loran, Disciple of History
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Heliod, Sun-Crowned
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Deep Gnome Terramancer
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Anafenza, Kin-Tree Spirit
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Samwise the Stouthearted
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Leonin Abunas
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Claim Jumper
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Selfless Savior
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Spirited Companion
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Daxos, Blessed by the Sun
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Brass Squire
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Odric, Master Tactician
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Oswald Fiddlebender
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Urdnan, Dromoka Warrior
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
9%synergy
Auron, Venerated Guardian
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Zack Fair
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Lord Jyscal Guado
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Elena, Turk Recruit
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Ashe, Princess of Dalmasca
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Templar Knight
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Flawless Maneuver
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Reprieve
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Dispatch
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Disenchant
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Dawn Charm
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Akroma's Will
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Airbender's Reversal
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Valorous Stance
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Brave the Elements
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-14%synergy
Restoration Magic
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Dawn's Truce
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-6%synergy
Ephemerate
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Feat of Resistance
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Return to Dust
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Clever Concealment
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Gods Willing
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Emerge Unscathed
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Mana Tithe
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Surge of Salvation
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Unwanted Remake
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Urza's Ruinous Blast
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Single Combat
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Austere Command
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-16%synergy
Banishing Slash
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Divine Reckoning
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Ravnica at War
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Patch Up
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Open the Vaults
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Wrath of God
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-7%synergy
Winds of Rath
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Cut a Deal
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-7%synergy
Exorcise
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Shadowspear
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Mask of Memory
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
33%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
33%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
32%synergy
Commander's Plate
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
33%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Basilisk Collar
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Thran Power Suit
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Godsend
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Lost Jitte
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Pearl Medallion
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
-32%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Bilbo's Ring
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Lightning Greaves
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Andúril, Flame of the West
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Crown of Gondor
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
The Dominion Bracelet
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Sword of Kaldra
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Helm of Kaldra
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Robe of Stars
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Champion's Helm
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Leyline Axe
17%inclusion3 decks18 decks
13%synergy
Quietus Spike
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Shield of Kaldra
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Hero's Blade
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Avacyn's Memorial
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Mjölnir, Storm Hammer
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Mechanical Glider
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Glider Staff
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Nettlecyst
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
The Ozolith
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Flowering of the White Tree
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Forge Anew
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
34%synergy
Flaming Fist
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Day of Destiny
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
On Serra's Wings
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
28%synergy
All That Glitters
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Hyena Umbra
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Ethereal Armor
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Ghostly Prison
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Armored Ascension
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
With Great Power . . .
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Noble Heritage
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Commander's Insignia
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Land Tax
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-20%synergy
Legion's Landing
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Super State
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
The Restoration of Eiganjo
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Far Traveler
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
War of the Last Alliance
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Spectra Ward
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Holy Mantle
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Spirit Mantle
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Timely Ward
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Battle Mastery
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Angelic Gift
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Shardmage's Rescue
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
1%synergy
Grand Entryway // Elegant Rotunda
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
-2%synergy
Planeswalkers
The Eternal Wanderer
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Basri Ket
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Minas Tirith
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
35%synergy
Rogue's Passage
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Geier Reach Sanitarium
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Mikokoro, Center of the Sea
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Gods' Eye, Gate to the Reikai
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-12%synergy
Untaidake, the Cloud Keeper
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Buried Ruin
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Rath's Edge
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Monumental Henge
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Kor Haven
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
War Room
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-23%synergy
Inventors' Fair
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Clive's Hideaway
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Amonkhet Raceway
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Muraganda Raceway
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Ancient Den
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Miren, the Moaning Well
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Windbrisk Heights
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-10%synergy
Command Beacon
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Urza's Saga
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Secluded Steppe
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Reliquary Tower
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-16%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-30%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-10%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
-11%synergy
Arcane Signet
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
-10%synergy
The Aetherspark
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
38%synergy
The Irencrag
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Relic of Legends
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Sceptre of Eternal Glory
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Mox Amber
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Thran Dynamo
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Mind Stone
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-15%synergy
Marble Diamond
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
The Eternity Elevator
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Commander's Sphere
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Gilded Lotus
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Thought Vessel
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Nyx Lotus
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Honor-Worn Shaku
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Lands
Plains
100%inclusion25 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Flagstones of Trokair
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
34%synergy
The Grey Havens
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Myriad Landscape
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-12%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Command Tower
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Gallifrey Council Chamber
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Demolition Field
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
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