Balan, Wandering Knight (Commander)

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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Erode
3.3%inclusion6 decks181 decks
-1%synergy
Quintessential Katana
1.7%inclusion8 decks465 decks
1%synergy
Joined Researchers
1.5%inclusion3 decks204 decks
0%synergy
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0.8%inclusion4 decks477 decks
-1%synergy
Skateboard
0.6%inclusion3 decks467 decks
0%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
84%inclusion3.12K decks3.71K decks
79%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
87%inclusion3.22K decks3.71K decks
76%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
84%inclusion3.12K decks3.71K decks
69%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
73%inclusion2.72K decks3.71K decks
67%synergy
Open the Armory
75%inclusion2.77K decks3.71K decks
62%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
65%inclusion2.40K decks3.71K decks
59%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
64%inclusion2.36K decks3.71K decks
59%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
67%inclusion2.49K decks3.71K decks
58%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
70%inclusion2.60K decks3.71K decks
58%synergy
Thran Power Suit
62%inclusion2.30K decks3.71K decks
57%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
80%inclusion2.97K decks3.71K decks
44%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
79%inclusion2.92K decks3.71K decks
3%synergy
Path to Exile
69%inclusion2.56K decks3.71K decks
2%synergy
Sword of the Animist
64%inclusion2.37K decks3.71K decks
45%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
60%inclusion2.24K decks3.71K decks
50%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
58%inclusion2.16K decks3.71K decks
54%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
55%inclusion2.03K decks3.71K decks
46%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
54%inclusion2K decks3.71K decks
50%synergy
Dispatch
54%inclusion1.99K decks3.71K decks
46%synergy
Commander's Plate
53%inclusion1.98K decks3.71K decks
41%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
35%inclusion1.28K decks3.71K decks
12%synergy
Smothering Tithe
30%inclusion1.12K decks3.71K decks
0%synergy
Teferi's Protection
30%inclusion1.10K decks3.71K decks
3%synergy
Farewell
19%inclusion698 decks3.71K decks
-5%synergy
Ancient Tomb
11%inclusion415 decks3.71K decks
1%synergy
The One Ring
7.5%inclusion278 decks3.71K decks
-2%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
6.8%inclusion253 decks3.71K decks
-2%synergy
Creatures
Foundry Inspector
48%inclusion1.79K decks3.71K decks
43%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
47%inclusion1.74K decks3.71K decks
43%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
47%inclusion1.73K decks3.71K decks
44%synergy
Leonin Abunas
46%inclusion1.69K decks3.71K decks
43%synergy
Lion Sash
42%inclusion1.57K decks3.71K decks
36%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
37%inclusion1.37K decks3.71K decks
30%synergy
Esper Sentinel
36%inclusion1.32K decks3.71K decks
2%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
34%inclusion1.26K decks3.71K decks
7%synergy
Mother of Runes
33%inclusion1.23K decks3.71K decks
12%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
33%inclusion1.22K decks3.71K decks
28%synergy
Grand Abolisher
33%inclusion1.21K decks3.71K decks
14%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
29%inclusion1.08K decks3.71K decks
28%synergy
Sun Titan
28%inclusion1.05K decks3.71K decks
6%synergy
Starnheim Courser
28%inclusion1.04K decks3.71K decks
23%synergy
Silent Arbiter
26%inclusion967 decks3.71K decks
24%synergy
Bastion Protector
24%inclusion898 decks3.71K decks
13%synergy
Relic Seeker
24%inclusion887 decks3.71K decks
23%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
23%inclusion446 decks1.97K decks
18%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
20%inclusion755 decks3.71K decks
18%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
20%inclusion394 decks1.96K decks
16%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
19%inclusion698 decks3.71K decks
15%synergy
Giver of Runes
18%inclusion667 decks3.71K decks
8%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
17%inclusion642 decks3.71K decks
-3%synergy
Leonin Shikari
17%inclusion613 decks3.71K decks
15%synergy
Kemba, Kha Enduring
15%inclusion552 decks3.71K decks
14%synergy
Taj-Nar Swordsmith
15%inclusion538 decks3.71K decks
14%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
14%inclusion522 decks3.71K decks
13%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
14%inclusion501 decks3.71K decks
-9%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
13%inclusion500 decks3.71K decks
0%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
13%inclusion470 decks3.71K decks
-4%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
12%inclusion428 decks3.71K decks
-2%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
11%inclusion415 decks3.71K decks
-8%synergy
Voyager Quickwelder
10%inclusion263 decks2.58K decks
8%synergy
Loyal Warhound
10%inclusion374 decks3.71K decks
-1%synergy
Gold Myr
9.4%inclusion348 decks3.71K decks
3%synergy
Witch Enchanter
9.1%inclusion326 decks3.59K decks
-8%synergy
Brass Squire
8.9%inclusion330 decks3.71K decks
7%synergy
Deep Gnome Terramancer
8.7%inclusion324 decks3.71K decks
1%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
8.5%inclusion162 decks1.90K decks
6%synergy
Heavenly Blademaster
8.0%inclusion298 decks3.71K decks
7%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
8.0%inclusion296 decks3.71K decks
-3%synergy
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
7.9%inclusion293 decks3.71K decks
6%synergy
Ironclad Slayer
7.8%inclusion289 decks3.71K decks
7%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
7.1%inclusion263 decks3.71K decks
-1%synergy
Armory Automaton
7.0%inclusion258 decks3.71K decks
6%synergy
Burnished Hart
6.9%inclusion255 decks3.71K decks
2%synergy
Claim Jumper
6.6%inclusion246 decks3.71K decks
-3%synergy
Jhoira's Familiar
6.5%inclusion241 decks3.71K decks
4%synergy
Oreskos Explorer
6.5%inclusion239 decks3.71K decks
4%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
6.0%inclusion222 decks3.71K decks
-4%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
45%inclusion1.68K decks3.71K decks
3%synergy
Loran's Escape
37%inclusion1.36K decks3.71K decks
29%synergy
Disenchant
29%inclusion1.08K decks3.71K decks
13%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
29%inclusion1.06K decks3.71K decks
11%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
24%inclusion893 decks3.71K decks
18%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
22%inclusion801 decks3.71K decks
-4%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
20%inclusion743 decks3.71K decks
-5%synergy
Reprieve
19%inclusion698 decks3.71K decks
-4%synergy
Dawn Charm
17%inclusion633 decks3.71K decks
8%synergy
Dawn's Truce
15%inclusion506 decks3.40K decks
1%synergy
Return to Dust
14%inclusion517 decks3.71K decks
6%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion499 decks3.71K decks
2%synergy
Mana Tithe
12%inclusion439 decks3.71K decks
0%synergy
Valorous Stance
10%inclusion357 decks3.71K decks
6%synergy
Silence
8.7%inclusion324 decks3.71K decks
0%synergy
Gods Willing
8.6%inclusion318 decks3.71K decks
6%synergy
Restoration Magic
7.9%inclusion148 decks1.86K decks
-4%synergy
Surge of Salvation
7.6%inclusion281 decks3.71K decks
2%synergy
Final Showdown
7.0%inclusion261 decks3.71K decks
2%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
7.0%inclusion260 decks3.71K decks
1%synergy
Brave the Elements
6.6%inclusion246 decks3.71K decks
-6%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
6.4%inclusion230 decks3.59K decks
-13%synergy
Akroma's Will
6.2%inclusion230 decks3.71K decks
-18%synergy
Condemn
5.9%inclusion220 decks3.71K decks
3%synergy
Get Lost
5.8%inclusion216 decks3.71K decks
-1%synergy
Your Temple Is Under Attack
5.5%inclusion203 decks3.71K decks
-2%synergy
Sorceries
Single Combat
50%inclusion1.84K decks3.71K decks
44%synergy
Slash the Ranks
33%inclusion1.24K decks3.71K decks
31%synergy
Divine Reckoning
32%inclusion1.18K decks3.71K decks
28%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
21%inclusion771 decks3.71K decks
17%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
17%inclusion626 decks3.71K decks
4%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
16%inclusion581 decks3.71K decks
2%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
15%inclusion539 decks3.71K decks
11%synergy
Austere Command
13%inclusion500 decks3.71K decks
-15%synergy
Cut a Deal
13%inclusion471 decks3.71K decks
-2%synergy
Wrath of God
12%inclusion459 decks3.71K decks
-2%synergy
Ravnica at War
11%inclusion393 decks3.71K decks
-1%synergy
Gift of Estates
10%inclusion386 decks3.71K decks
4%synergy
Unfinished Business
10%inclusion379 decks3.71K decks
9%synergy
Open the Vaults
7.0%inclusion261 decks3.71K decks
6%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
6.5%inclusion67 decks1.04K decks
-1%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
6.3%inclusion234 decks3.71K decks
-4%synergy
Redress Fate
6.3%inclusion196 decks3.13K decks
6%synergy
Mass Calcify
5.2%inclusion191 decks3.71K decks
-7%synergy
Winds of Abandon
5.0%inclusion186 decks3.71K decks
-1%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Lightning Greaves
53%inclusion1.96K decks3.71K decks
25%synergy
Basilisk Collar
53%inclusion1.95K decks3.71K decks
45%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
52%inclusion1.94K decks3.71K decks
49%synergy
Argentum Armor
49%inclusion1.83K decks3.71K decks
46%synergy
Shadowspear
46%inclusion1.71K decks3.71K decks
37%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
46%inclusion1.69K decks3.71K decks
40%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
45%inclusion1.68K decks3.71K decks
41%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
42%inclusion1.56K decks3.71K decks
37%synergy
Mask of Memory
42%inclusion1.54K decks3.71K decks
34%synergy
Mithril Coat
40%inclusion1.50K decks3.71K decks
33%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
39%inclusion1.46K decks3.71K decks
36%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
39%inclusion1.45K decks3.71K decks
37%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
39%inclusion1.36K decks3.49K decks
35%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
38%inclusion1.41K decks3.71K decks
33%synergy
Robe of Stars
35%inclusion1.29K decks3.71K decks
30%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
34%inclusion1.26K decks3.71K decks
32%synergy
Nettlecyst
33%inclusion1.23K decks3.71K decks
31%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
30%inclusion1.06K decks3.49K decks
22%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
30%inclusion1.10K decks3.71K decks
27%synergy
Buster Sword
30%inclusion568 decks1.92K decks
21%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
29%inclusion1.07K decks3.71K decks
21%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
29%inclusion1.06K decks3.71K decks
26%synergy
Haunted Cloak
28%inclusion1.02K decks3.71K decks
23%synergy
Darksteel Plate
27%inclusion1K decks3.71K decks
24%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
26%inclusion969 decks3.71K decks
25%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
26%inclusion957 decks3.71K decks
23%synergy
Celestial Armor
24%inclusion704 decks2.91K decks
21%synergy
Pearl Medallion
22%inclusion833 decks3.71K decks
-38%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
21%inclusion790 decks3.71K decks
19%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
21%inclusion728 decks3.49K decks
17%synergy
Genji Glove
21%inclusion381 decks1.84K decks
15%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
20%inclusion758 decks3.71K decks
18%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
20%inclusion746 decks3.71K decks
19%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
20%inclusion512 decks2.59K decks
18%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
18%inclusion660 decks3.71K decks
14%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
18%inclusion649 decks3.71K decks
16%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
18%inclusion649 decks3.71K decks
16%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
17%inclusion619 decks3.71K decks
-7%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
16%inclusion310 decks1.89K decks
14%synergy
Hero's Blade
16%inclusion599 decks3.71K decks
15%synergy
Champion's Helm
16%inclusion593 decks3.71K decks
12%synergy
Prowler's Helm
16%inclusion585 decks3.71K decks
15%synergy
Bilbo's Ring
15%inclusion570 decks3.71K decks
15%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
15%inclusion549 decks3.71K decks
13%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
15%inclusion540 decks3.71K decks
12%synergy
Short Bow
14%inclusion469 decks3.36K decks
13%synergy
Quietus Spike
14%inclusion504 decks3.71K decks
12%synergy
Resurrection Orb
14%inclusion502 decks3.71K decks
13%synergy
Godsend
13%inclusion473 decks3.71K decks
11%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
13%inclusion469 decks3.71K decks
12%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
45%inclusion1.68K decks3.71K decks
40%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
45%inclusion1.65K decks3.71K decks
35%synergy
All That Glitters
42%inclusion1.54K decks3.71K decks
30%synergy
Land Tax
33%inclusion1.24K decks3.71K decks
2%synergy
Ghostly Prison
24%inclusion904 decks3.71K decks
4%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
18%inclusion655 decks3.71K decks
1%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
10%inclusion373 decks3.71K decks
-4%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
8.6%inclusion317 decks3.71K decks
-12%synergy
Gift of Immortality
7.9%inclusion291 decks3.71K decks
3%synergy
Monologue Tax
7.2%inclusion266 decks3.71K decks
1%synergy
Smuggler's Share
7.0%inclusion261 decks3.71K decks
-1%synergy
Spirit Mantle
6.8%inclusion253 decks3.71K decks
0%synergy
Blind Obedience
6.4%inclusion238 decks3.71K decks
-4%synergy
Armored Ascension
6.3%inclusion235 decks3.71K decks
0%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
18%inclusion653 decks3.71K decks
16%synergy
The Eternal Wanderer
9.3%inclusion345 decks3.71K decks
2%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
71%inclusion2.64K decks3.71K decks
44%synergy
Buried Ruin
53%inclusion1.96K decks3.71K decks
44%synergy
War Room
41%inclusion1.54K decks3.71K decks
6%synergy
Monumental Henge
32%inclusion1.17K decks3.59K decks
19%synergy
Inventors' Fair
32%inclusion1.19K decks3.71K decks
25%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
27%inclusion1.01K decks3.71K decks
-11%synergy
Ancient Den
20%inclusion757 decks3.71K decks
15%synergy
Urza's Saga
19%inclusion714 decks3.71K decks
8%synergy
Reliquary Tower
19%inclusion708 decks3.71K decks
-5%synergy
Command Beacon
18%inclusion683 decks3.71K decks
11%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
17%inclusion641 decks3.71K decks
-5%synergy
Temple of the False God
17%inclusion634 decks3.71K decks
5%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
14%inclusion269 decks1.96K decks
4%synergy
Secluded Steppe
14%inclusion501 decks3.71K decks
1%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
13%inclusion488 decks3.71K decks
5%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
13%inclusion481 decks3.71K decks
-19%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
10%inclusion381 decks3.71K decks
-8%synergy
Minas Tirith
8.6%inclusion319 decks3.71K decks
-19%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
8.3%inclusion309 decks3.71K decks
0%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
7.8%inclusion290 decks3.71K decks
5%synergy
Mistveil Plains
7.8%inclusion289 decks3.71K decks
1%synergy
Cathedral of War
6.8%inclusion253 decks3.71K decks
6%synergy
Idyllic Grange
6.6%inclusion244 decks3.71K decks
-2%synergy
Kor Haven
6.4%inclusion237 decks3.71K decks
1%synergy
Homeward Path
6.4%inclusion237 decks3.71K decks
3%synergy
Strip Mine
5.6%inclusion206 decks3.71K decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
89%inclusion3.29K decks3.71K decks
5%synergy
Arcane Signet
64%inclusion2.38K decks3.71K decks
6%synergy
Mind Stone
39%inclusion1.45K decks3.71K decks
12%synergy
Marble Diamond
22%inclusion830 decks3.71K decks
3%synergy
Thought Vessel
17%inclusion615 decks3.71K decks
0%synergy
The Aetherspark
15%inclusion388 decks2.60K decks
11%synergy
Fellwar Stone
14%inclusion526 decks3.71K decks
5%synergy
The Irencrag
14%inclusion508 decks3.71K decks
13%synergy
Commander's Sphere
11%inclusion417 decks3.71K decks
3%synergy
Mox Opal
9.4%inclusion347 decks3.71K decks
6%synergy
Thran Dynamo
9.0%inclusion332 decks3.71K decks
4%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
8.0%inclusion297 decks3.71K decks
-7%synergy
Caged Sun
6.4%inclusion236 decks3.71K decks
-2%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
6.0%inclusion224 decks3.71K decks
1%synergy
Lands
Plains
96%inclusion3.56K decks3.71K decks
3%synergy
Myriad Landscape
35%inclusion1.30K decks3.71K decks
7%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
22%inclusion804 decks3.71K decks
18%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion499 decks3.71K decks
2%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
10%inclusion379 decks3.71K decks
6%synergy
Command Tower
10%inclusion368 decks3.71K decks
3%synergy
Witch Enchanter
9.1%inclusion326 decks3.59K decks
-8%synergy
Opal Palace
8.8%inclusion327 decks3.71K decks
6%synergy
Demolition Field
6.4%inclusion236 decks3.71K decks
0%synergy