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

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Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful
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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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Sram, Senior Edificer
86%inclusion25 decks29 decks
71%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
76%inclusion22 decks29 decks
69%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
76%inclusion22 decks29 decks
69%synergy
Luxior, Giada's Gift
69%inclusion20 decks29 decks
68%synergy
Shadowspear
76%inclusion22 decks29 decks
66%synergy
Mithril Coat
72%inclusion21 decks29 decks
65%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
62%synergy
Inventors' Fair
69%inclusion20 decks29 decks
62%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
62%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
69%inclusion20 decks29 decks
60%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
93%inclusion27 decks29 decks
18%synergy
Path to Exile
83%inclusion24 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Sword of the Animist
76%inclusion22 decks29 decks
57%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
72%inclusion21 decks29 decks
37%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
69%inclusion20 decks29 decks
57%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
69%inclusion20 decks29 decks
58%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
60%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
54%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
46%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
48%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Smothering Tithe
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
The One Ring
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Farewell
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Ancient Tomb
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Creatures
Venat, Heart of Hydaelyn
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
43%synergy
Esper Sentinel
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
41%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Gandalf the White
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
39%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Keleth, Sunmane Familiar
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
36%synergy
Boromir, Warden of the Tower
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
28%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
34%synergy
Mother of Runes
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Zack Fair
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Phelia, Exuberant Shepherd
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Teshar, Ancestor's Apostle
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Urdnan, Dromoka Warrior
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Witch Enchanter
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Heliod, Sun-Crowned
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Isamaru, Hound of Konda
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Eight-and-a-Half-Tails
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Bastion Protector
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Senu, Keen-Eyed Protector
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Reidane, God of the Worthy
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Elesh Norn, Mother of Machines
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Rune-Tail, Kitsune Ascendant
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Sun Titan
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Baird, Steward of Argive
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Anti-Venom, Horrifying Healer
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Spectacular Spider-Man
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Elena, Turk Recruit
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Lord Jyscal Guado
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
The Duke, Rebel Sentry
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
11%synergy
The Destined White Mage
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
10%synergy
Leonin Shikari
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Spirited Companion
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Grand Abolisher
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-8%synergy
Loyal Warhound
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Balan, Wandering Knight
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Delivery Moogle
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Gatta and Luzzu
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Ashe, Princess of Dalmasca
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Aerith Gainsborough
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Auron, Venerated Guardian
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Reprieve
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Akroma's Will
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Brave the Elements
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Clever Concealment
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Mana Tithe
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Dispatch
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Orim's Chant
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Disenchant
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Heliod's Intervention
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-8%synergy
Restoration Magic
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-4%synergy
Loran's Escape
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Parting Gust
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Dawn's Truce
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-7%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Bovine Intervention
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Your Temple Is Under Attack
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Dawn Charm
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Surge of Salvation
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Personify
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
4%synergy
Enter the Avatar State
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Judgment of Alexander
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Open the Armory
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
42%synergy
Urza's Ruinous Blast
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
46%synergy
Slash the Ranks
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Ravnica at War
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Divine Reckoning
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Wrath of God
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-8%synergy
Mass Calcify
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
47%synergy
Colossus Hammer
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
50%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
53%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
49%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
47%synergy
Commander's Plate
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
36%synergy
Godsend
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
47%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
38%synergy
Pearl Medallion
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
-22%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
36%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
35%synergy
Bilbo's Ring
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
37%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
36%synergy
The Seriema
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
32%synergy
The Ozolith
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Lost Jitte
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
33%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
28%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
33%synergy
Lightning Greaves
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
24%synergy
Mask of Memory
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Ultima Weapon
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Ace's Baseball Bat
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
24%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Basilisk Collar
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Buster Sword
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Genji Glove
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
18%synergy
Oketra's Monument
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-11%synergy
Sword of Kaldra
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Robe of Stars
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Helm of Kaldra
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Eater of Virtue
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Heroes' Podium
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Excalibur II
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Thousand Moons Smithy
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Thran Power Suit
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Shield of Kaldra
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-10%synergy
Spear of Heliod
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Zephyr Boots
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
43%synergy
Flaming Fist
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
40%synergy
All That Glitters
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Super State
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
26%synergy
Land Tax
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
On Serra's Wings
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Noble Heritage
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Hyena Umbra
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Day of Destiny
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Ghostly Prison
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-7%synergy
Spirit Mantle
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Search for Dagger
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
11%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-11%synergy
Reconnaissance
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Legion's Landing
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Smuggler's Share
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Tocasia's Welcome
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-7%synergy
Idolized
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Commander's Insignia
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Blind Obedience
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Monologue Tax
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
0%synergy
War of the Last Alliance
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
The Legend of Yangchen
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Brilliant Wings
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Archangel Elspeth
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
14%synergy
The Wandering Emperor
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
The Eternal Wanderer
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Ajani, Caller of the Pride
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Elspeth Resplendent
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Gideon Blackblade
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Ajani Steadfast
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Elspeth, Knight-Errant
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Minas Tirith
79%inclusion23 decks29 decks
52%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
79%inclusion23 decks29 decks
57%synergy
Rogue's Passage
72%inclusion21 decks29 decks
45%synergy
Mikokoro, Center of the Sea
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
60%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
57%synergy
Geier Reach Sanitarium
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
52%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
39%synergy
Kor Haven
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
39%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Urza's Saga
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
24%synergy
War Room
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Untaidake, the Cloud Keeper
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
31%synergy
Gods' Eye, Gate to the Reikai
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
31%synergy
Monumental Henge
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Rath's Edge
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
24%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
-17%synergy
Baldur's Gate
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Miren, the Moaning Well
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Hall of the Bandit Lord
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Buried Ruin
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Witch's Clinic
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Idyllic Grange
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Roadside Reliquary
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Command Beacon
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Karn's Bastion
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Ancient Den
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Boseiju, Who Shelters All
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Tyrite Sanctum
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Windbrisk Heights
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-11%synergy
Reliquary Tower
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-17%synergy
Homeward Path
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
79%inclusion23 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
The Aetherspark
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
34%synergy
The Irencrag
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
37%synergy
Arcane Signet
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
-23%synergy
Mox Amber
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
29%synergy
Relic of Legends
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Mox Opal
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Mind Stone
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-17%synergy
Nyx Lotus
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Phial of Galadriel
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Patchwork Banner
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Lands
Plains
97%inclusion28 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Flagstones of Trokair
72%inclusion21 decks29 decks
66%synergy
The Grey Havens
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
64%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
57%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Witch Enchanter
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Gallifrey Council Chamber
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
14%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Command Tower
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Myriad Landscape
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-18%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
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