Balan, Wandering Knight (Commander) - Optimized Artifacts

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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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Whispersilk Cloak
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
96%synergy
Colossus Hammer
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
95%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
89%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
80%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
80%synergy
Shadowspear
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
79%synergy
Commander's Plate
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
77%synergy
Open the Armory
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
76%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
74%synergy
Rogue's Passage
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
73%synergy
Top Cards
Sigarda's Aid
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
68%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
42%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
54%synergy
Mother of Runes
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
46%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
64%synergy
Land Tax
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
35%synergy
Sword of the Animist
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
48%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
61%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
50%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Smothering Tithe
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Teferi's Protection
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Ancient Tomb
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
The One Ring
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Mana Vault
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Farewell
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-12%synergy
Glacial Chasm
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Chrome Mox
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Creatures
Sokka, Swordmaster
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
66%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
56%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
53%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
52%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
48%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Leonin Abunas
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
42%synergy
Silent Arbiter
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
42%synergy
Lion Sash
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
41%synergy
Grand Abolisher
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Foundry Inspector
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Giver of Runes
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
23%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Bastion Protector
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Esper Sentinel
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-12%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-4%synergy
Leonin Shikari
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Sun Titan
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Ethersworn Canonist
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Armory Automaton
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Helitrooper
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Ashe, Princess of Dalmasca
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Anti-Venom, Horrifying Healer
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-9%synergy
Starnheim Courser
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Heliod's Pilgrim
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Spirit of the Labyrinth
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Relic Seeker
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Serra Ascendant
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Cataclysmic Gearhulk
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Hushbringer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Myrel, Shield of Argive
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Heavenly Blademaster
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Dauntless Dismantler
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Selfless Spirit
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Mangara of Corondor
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Linvala, Keeper of Silence
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Guardian of Faith
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Path to Exile
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
-23%synergy
Dispatch
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Loran's Escape
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Orim's Chant
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Disenchant
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Surge of Salvation
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Reprieve
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Restoration Magic
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
8%synergy
Comeuppance
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Return to Dust
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Tithe
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Get Lost
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Wing It
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Silence
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-15%synergy
Dawn Charm
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Flicker of Fate
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
March of Otherworldly Light
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Akroma's Will
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-13%synergy
Sorceries
Single Combat
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Divine Reckoning
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Open the Vaults
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Wrath of God
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Slash the Ranks
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Split Up
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Redress Fate
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Doomskar
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Kayla's Reconstruction
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Winds of Abandon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Emeria's Call
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Unfinished Business
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Cut a Deal
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-4%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Darksteel Plate
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
52%synergy
Lightning Greaves
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
50%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
49%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
50%synergy
Basilisk Collar
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
48%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
40%synergy
Mithril Coat
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
37%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
41%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
42%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
41%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Thran Power Suit
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Robe of Stars
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Haunted Cloak
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
25%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Champion's Helm
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Godsend
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Celestial Armor
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Leyline Axe
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Nettlecyst
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Prowler's Helm
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Mystic Forge
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Bilbo's Ring
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Lost Jitte
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Resurrection Orb
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Argentum Armor
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Batterskull
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Mask of Memory
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Andúril, Flame of the West
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Buster Sword
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
12%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Genji Glove
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Karmic Justice
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
All That Glitters
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
22%synergy
With Great Power . . .
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
16%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Blind Obedience
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Ghostly Prison
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
2%synergy
SOLDIER Military Program
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Rest in Peace
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Gift of Immortality
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Luminarch Ascension
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Temporary Lockdown
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
The Eternal Wanderer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Buried Ruin
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
46%synergy
Inventors' Fair
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
49%synergy
Ancient Den
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Urza's Saga
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
34%synergy
Command Beacon
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
37%synergy
Reliquary Tower
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
6%synergy
War Room
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Witch's Clinic
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Roadside Reliquary
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Fomori Vault
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Minas Tirith
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-5%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-10%synergy
Labyrinth of Skophos
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Cryptic Caves
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Mistveil Plains
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Monumental Henge
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Zhalfirin Void
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Idyllic Grange
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Desert of the True
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Kor Haven
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Hall of the Bandit Lord
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Maze of Ith
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Radiant Fountain
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
The Fair Basilica
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Secluded Steppe
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Mikokoro, Center of the Sea
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Drifting Meadow
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Temple of the False God
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Strip Mine
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Sandstorm Verge
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Hidden Courtyard
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Field of Ruin
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Arcane Signet
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Mind Stone
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
6%synergy
The Aetherspark
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Fellwar Stone
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Thran Dynamo
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Mox Opal
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Commander's Sphere
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Coldsteel Heart
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-4%synergy
Mox Amber
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
The Irencrag
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Marble Diamond
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-8%synergy
Gilded Lotus
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Extraplanar Lens
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Plains
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
7%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
41%synergy
Myriad Landscape
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-6%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Emeria's Call
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Opal Palace
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Path of Ancestry
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-5%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
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