Balan, Wandering Knight (Commander) - Modified Creatures

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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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Erode
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-1%synergy
Eager Glyphmage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Emeritus of Truce
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
82%inclusion18 decks22 decks
77%synergy
Thran Power Suit
77%inclusion17 decks22 decks
73%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
82%inclusion18 decks22 decks
71%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
77%inclusion17 decks22 decks
65%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
64%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
63%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
60%synergy
Open the Armory
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
60%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
59%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
58%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
77%inclusion17 decks22 decks
41%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Path to Exile
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
57%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
59%inclusion13 decks22 decks
56%synergy
Sword of the Animist
59%inclusion13 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Generous Gift
59%inclusion13 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Nettlecyst
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
52%synergy
Dispatch
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
47%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
51%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Teferi's Protection
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-8%synergy
Smothering Tithe
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-20%synergy
Ancient Tomb
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Mishra's Workshop
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Creatures
Stoneforge Mystic
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
41%synergy
Leonin Abunas
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
43%synergy
Foundry Inspector
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
43%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
39%synergy
Lion Sash
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
31%synergy
Starnheim Courser
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Bastion Protector
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Silent Arbiter
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Mother of Runes
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Grand Abolisher
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Esper Sentinel
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-11%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Leonin Shikari
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
21%synergy
Jhoira's Familiar
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Witch Enchanter
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Relic Seeker
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Taj-Nar Swordsmith
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Giver of Runes
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Heavenly Blademaster
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Voyager Quickwelder
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Sun Titan
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-9%synergy
Armory Automaton
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-7%synergy
Kemba, Kha Enduring
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Ironclad Slayer
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Gold Myr
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Steelshaper Apprentice
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Leonin Elder
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Rebuff the Wicked
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Disenchant
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Akroma's Will
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Loran's Escape
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Dawn Charm
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Reprieve
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Brave the Elements
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Dawn's Truce
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Gods Willing
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Get Lost
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Silence
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Mana Tithe
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-3%synergy
Revitalize
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Illumination
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Resistance Reunited
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Restoration Magic
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-3%synergy
Sorceries
Divine Reckoning
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
33%synergy
Single Combat
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Slash the Ranks
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Mass Calcify
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Cut a Deal
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Austere Command
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-19%synergy
Wrath of God
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Unfinished Business
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Redress Fate
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Commander's Plate
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
42%synergy
Argentum Armor
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
51%synergy
Mask of Memory
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
47%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
52%synergy
Basilisk Collar
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
47%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
49%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Darksteel Plate
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
42%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
43%synergy
Buster Sword
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
37%synergy
Quietus Spike
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
39%synergy
Haunted Cloak
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
36%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
39%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
35%synergy
Pearl Medallion
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
-24%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
31%synergy
Mithril Coat
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
29%synergy
Shadowspear
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
33%synergy
Champion's Helm
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
32%synergy
Genji Glove
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
31%synergy
Robe of Stars
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
28%synergy
Lightning Greaves
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
29%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Celestial Armor
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Assault Suit
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Kaldra
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Prowler's Helm
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Greataxe
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Hero's Blade
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Ultima Weapon
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Seraphic Greatsword
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Nazgûl Battle-Mace
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Cloud Key
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Enchantments
Sigarda's Aid
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
36%synergy
All That Glitters
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Forge Anew
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Land Tax
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
-0%synergy
Ghostly Prison
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Spirit Mantle
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Gift of Immortality
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Idolized
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Dawn of Hope
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
41%synergy
Buried Ruin
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Monumental Henge
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
36%synergy
War Room
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Inventors' Fair
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
-11%synergy
Temple of the False God
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Cathedral of War
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Command Beacon
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Ancient Den
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Urza's Saga
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Secluded Steppe
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Reliquary Tower
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-6%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-0%synergy
Urza's Tower
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Urza's Mine
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-19%synergy
Urza's Power Plant
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-0%synergy
Witch's Clinic
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Kor Haven
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Urza's Workshop
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Mistveil Plains
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
86%inclusion19 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Arcane Signet
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
-26%synergy
The Aetherspark
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Marble Diamond
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Mind Stone
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-9%synergy
Mox Opal
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Mox Amber
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Lands
Plains
100%inclusion22 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Myriad Landscape
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
8%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Witch Enchanter
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Opal Palace
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Windswept Heath
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Demolition Field
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Evolving Wilds
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Path of Ancestry
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-7%synergy
Arid Mesa
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Marsh Flats
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Flooded Strand
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy