Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful (Commander) - Expensive Equipment

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Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful
Rank #2,424
5decks
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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Steelshaper's Gift
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
91%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
89%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
85%synergy
Sword of the Animist
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
81%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
77%synergy
Mithril Coat
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
72%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
71%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
71%synergy
Shadowspear
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
70%synergy
Commander's Plate
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
68%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
25%synergy
Open the Armory
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
67%synergy
Esper Sentinel
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
46%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
44%synergy
Game Changers
The One Ring
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
90%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
57%synergy
Grim Monolith
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
59%synergy
Ancient Tomb
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
50%synergy
Mox Diamond
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
58%synergy
Smothering Tithe
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
10%synergy
Mana Vault
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
32%synergy
Chrome Mox
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Farewell
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-4%synergy
Creatures
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
62%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
63%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
37%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
53%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
32%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
28%synergy
Lion Sash
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Bastion Protector
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
29%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
38%synergy
Sun Titan
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
21%synergy
Oswald Fiddlebender
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
37%synergy
Urdnan, Dromoka Warrior
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Voice of Victory
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
26%synergy
Summon: Yojimbo
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Zack Fair
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Venat, Heart of Hydaelyn
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Starfield Shepherd
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
26%synergy
Anti-Venom, Horrifying Healer
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Spectacular Spider-Man
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Witch Enchanter
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
3%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
10%synergy
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Serra Ascendant
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Emeria Shepherd
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Walking Ballista
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Giver of Runes
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
10%synergy
Myrel, Shield of Argive
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Gandalf the White
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Phelia, Exuberant Shepherd
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Mother of Runes
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-1%synergy
Heliod, Sun-Crowned
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
10%synergy
Celestine, the Living Saint
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Brotherhood Outcast
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Serra's Emissary
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Linvala, Keeper of Silence
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
10%synergy
Karmic Guide
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
10%synergy
Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
9%synergy
Metalworker
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Bruna, the Fading Light
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
10%synergy
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Grand Abolisher
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
1%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Isamaru, Hound of Konda
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Teshar, Ancestor's Apostle
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Instants
Flawless Maneuver
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Path to Exile
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
-7%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
21%synergy
Generous Gift
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
-2%synergy
Dawn's Truce
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
6%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
12%synergy
Silence
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
11%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Reprieve
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-3%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
2%synergy
Akroma's Will
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-4%synergy
Sorceries
Vanquish the Horde
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
29%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Wrath of God
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
5%synergy
Winds of Abandon
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Catastrophe
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Leyline Axe
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
63%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
66%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
57%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
55%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
59%synergy
Luxior, Giada's Gift
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
39%synergy
Helm of Kaldra
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
40%synergy
Colossus Hammer
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
32%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Bilbo's Ring
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
39%synergy
Lost Jitte
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
39%synergy
Lightning Greaves
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
37%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Ultima Weapon
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
The Seriema
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
The Endstone
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Wedding Ring
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Pearl Medallion
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-40%synergy
The Ozolith
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Nazgûl Battle-Mace
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Glaring Spotlight
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Worldslayer
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Kaldra
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Thran Power Suit
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Hand of Vecna
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Ace's Baseball Bat
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Vexing Bauble
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Shield of Kaldra
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
O-Naginata
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Skullclamp
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
4%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Palantír of Orthanc
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Helm of the Host
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Blade of Selves
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Konda's Banner
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Avacyn's Memorial
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
54%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
30%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
18%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
3%synergy
Grasp of Fate
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
8%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
11%synergy
Spirit Mantle
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Flaming Fist
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Land Tax
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-12%synergy
War of the Last Alliance
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Aura of Silence
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
5%synergy
On Serra's Wings
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Legion's Landing
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Planeswalkers
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
22%synergy
Archangel Elspeth
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Ajani, Caller of the Pride
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Basri Ket
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Elspeth, Knight-Errant
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Utility Lands
Minas Tirith
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
53%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
48%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
38%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
55%synergy
Rogue's Passage
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
33%synergy
Kor Haven
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Urza's Saga
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
29%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
39%synergy
War Room
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
5%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
8%synergy
Inventors' Fair
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
33%synergy
Ancient Den
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Untaidake, the Cloud Keeper
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Buried Ruin
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
11%synergy
Mishra's Workshop
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-18%synergy
Strip Mine
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
12%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Mox Amber
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
75%synergy
Mox Opal
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
77%synergy
The Aetherspark
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
63%synergy
Arcane Signet
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
2%synergy
Lotus Petal
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
25%synergy
White Auracite
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Ring of the Lucii
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Fabrication Foundry
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Jeweled Lotus
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Mana Crypt
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Hedron Archive
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Relic of Legends
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Empowered Autogenerator
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Sarevok's Tome
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
The Irencrag
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Fellwar Stone
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
11%synergy
Stonespeaker Crystal
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Thran Dynamo
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Springleaf Drum
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Paradise Mantle
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
The Mightstone and Weakstone
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Mind Stone
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-7%synergy
Sceptre of Eternal Glory
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Nyx Lotus
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
12%synergy
Lands
Plains
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
77%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Witch Enchanter
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
3%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Command Tower
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Myriad Landscape
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-8%synergy
Windswept Heath
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
12%synergy
Cavern of Souls
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
9%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
The Grey Havens
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Arid Mesa
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Marsh Flats
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Flooded Strand
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Flagstones of Trokair
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy