Balan, Wandering Knight (Commander) - Core Artifacts

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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Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Sword of Vengeance
88%inclusion21 decks24 decks
82%synergy
Thran Power Suit
75%inclusion18 decks24 decks
70%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
71%inclusion17 decks24 decks
65%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
71%inclusion17 decks24 decks
64%synergy
Colossus Hammer
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
62%synergy
Open the Armory
71%inclusion17 decks24 decks
58%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
52%synergy
Argentum Armor
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
51%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
50%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
50%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
79%inclusion19 decks24 decks
43%synergy
Path to Exile
71%inclusion17 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
-9%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
58%inclusion14 decks24 decks
43%synergy
Foundry Inspector
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
49%synergy
Basilisk Collar
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
46%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
38%synergy
Sword of the Animist
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
31%synergy
Nettlecyst
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
43%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
43%synergy
Creatures
Lion Sash
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
36%synergy
Starnheim Courser
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
35%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
34%synergy
Leonin Abunas
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Kemba, Kha Enduring
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Sun Titan
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Arahbo, the First Fang
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
18%synergy
Alms Collector
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Giver of Runes
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Leonin Shikari
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
King of the Pride
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Oreskos Explorer
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Grand Abolisher
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
Taj-Nar Swordsmith
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Jhoira's Familiar
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
16%inclusion3 decks19 decks
11%synergy
Skyknight Squire
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
12%synergy
Voyager Quickwelder
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
12%synergy
Witch Enchanter
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-14%synergy
Bastion Protector
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Leonin Warleader
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Bronze Guardian
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Regal Caracal
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-10%synergy
Gold Myr
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Loyal Warhound
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Oswald Fiddlebender
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Ingenious Smith
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
7%synergy
Delivery Moogle
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
8%synergy
Helpful Hunter
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-11%synergy
Jareth, Leonine Titan
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Trusty Packbeast
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Silent Arbiter
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Relic Seeker
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Spirit of the Hearth
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Ajani's Sunstriker
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Dispatch
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
26%synergy
Generous Gift
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
-9%synergy
Brave the Elements
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Loran's Escape
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Return to Dust
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Gods Willing
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Disenchant
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Valorous Stance
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Final Showdown
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Dawn Charm
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-13%synergy
Make a Stand
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Silence
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Mana Tithe
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-14%synergy
Shelter
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Apostle's Blessing
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Dawn's Truce
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Angelic Intervention
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Cloudshift
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-4%synergy
Surge of Salvation
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
White Sun's Zenith
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Restoration Magic
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
-7%synergy
Sorceries
Steelshaper's Gift
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Single Combat
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Divine Reckoning
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Slash the Ranks
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Gift of Estates
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Ravnica at War
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Austere Command
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-16%synergy
Wrath of God
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
Redress Fate
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Dismantling Wave
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Mass Calcify
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-4%synergy
Recommission
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Morningtide's Light
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
43%synergy
Mask of Memory
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
38%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
38%synergy
Lightning Greaves
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
38%inclusion8 decks21 decks
36%synergy
Champion's Helm
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Commander's Plate
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
31%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
31%synergy
Genji Glove
32%inclusion6 decks19 decks
26%synergy
Pearl Medallion
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
-31%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Mithril Coat
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Prowler's Helm
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Haunted Cloak
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Shadowspear
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Celestial Armor
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
25%synergy
Buster Sword
26%inclusion5 decks19 decks
18%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Batterbone
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Darksteel Plate
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
21%inclusion4 decks19 decks
20%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
21%inclusion4 decks19 decks
20%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
21%inclusion4 decks19 decks
18%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Quietus Spike
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Plate Armor
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Robe of Stars
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Nazgûl Battle-Mace
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Mirror Shield
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Chariot of Victory
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Strata Scythe
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Explorer's Scope
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Bilbo's Ring
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Resurrection Orb
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Goldvein Pick
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Angelic Armaments
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Enchantments
All That Glitters
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
34%synergy
Forge Anew
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
32%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Land Tax
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-11%synergy
Spirit Mantle
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Ghostly Prison
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-4%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Felidar Retreat
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Blind Obedience
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-13%synergy
Timely Ward
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
The Restoration of Eiganjo
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Rally the Ranks
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-6%synergy
Brilliant Wings
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Super State
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
1%synergy
Sidequest: Catch a Fish
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
The Eternal Wanderer
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
40%synergy
Buried Ruin
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
32%synergy
War Room
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Monumental Henge
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Ancient Den
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
21%inclusion4 decks19 decks
12%synergy
Idyllic Grange
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Secluded Steppe
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Inventors' Fair
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-17%synergy
Field of Ruin
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Minas Tirith
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-10%synergy
Temple of the False God
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-10%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Mistveil Plains
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Witch's Clinic
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Sandstone Bridge
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Urza's Tower
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Urza's Mine
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Tyrite Sanctum
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Radiant Fountain
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Command Beacon
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Drifting Meadow
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Urza's Power Plant
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Guildless Commons
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-10%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Secluded Starforge
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
83%inclusion20 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Arcane Signet
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
-12%synergy
Mind Stone
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Marble Diamond
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
The Irencrag
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Fellwar Stone
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
3%synergy
The Aetherspark
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
6%synergy
Commander's Sphere
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Gauntlet of Power
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Coldsteel Heart
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Hedron Archive
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Coveted Jewel
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Gilded Lotus
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Thran Dynamo
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Patriar's Seal
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Worn Powerstone
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Plains
100%inclusion24 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Myriad Landscape
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Evolving Wilds
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
13%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Witch Enchanter
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Opal Palace
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Path of Ancestry
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Escape Tunnel
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Command Tower
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Demolition Field
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy