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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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Puresteel Paladin
100%inclusion7 decks7 decks
89%synergy
Commander's Plate
100%inclusion7 decks7 decks
88%synergy
Open the Armory
100%inclusion7 decks7 decks
87%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
83%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
81%synergy
Colossus Hammer
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
81%synergy
Ancient Den
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
80%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
80%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
77%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
77%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
100%inclusion7 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
71%synergy
Shadowspear
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
76%synergy
Grand Abolisher
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
67%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
50%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
58%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
62%synergy
Esper Sentinel
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
38%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
68%synergy
Lightning Greaves
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
44%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
45%synergy
Smothering Tithe
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
42%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
49%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
49%synergy
Ancient Tomb
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
33%synergy
The One Ring
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
19%synergy
Farewell
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
5%synergy
Chrome Mox
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Creatures
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
70%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
44%synergy
Silent Arbiter
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
55%synergy
Lion Sash
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
51%synergy
Mother of Runes
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
36%synergy
Linvala, Keeper of Silence
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
47%synergy
Hushbringer
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
40%synergy
Leonin Shikari
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
41%synergy
Sun Titan
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
20%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
20%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
37%synergy
Deep Gnome Terramancer
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
35%synergy
Ethersworn Canonist
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
39%synergy
Enduring Innocence
33%inclusion2 decks6 decks
20%synergy
Sokka, Swordmaster
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Eidolon of Rhetoric
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Giver of Runes
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
19%synergy
Myrel, Shield of Argive
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
23%synergy
Elesh Norn, Mother of Machines
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Archon of Emeria
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
18%synergy
Boromir, Warden of the Tower
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
19%synergy
Voice of Victory
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
18%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Venat, Heart of Hydaelyn
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Eight-and-a-Half-Tails
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Witch Enchanter
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-3%synergy
Doorkeeper Thrull
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Leonin Abunas
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Spirit of the Labyrinth
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Relic Seeker
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Delney, Streetwise Lookout
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Serra Ascendant
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
1%synergy
Cataclysmic Gearhulk
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-2%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
2%synergy
Heavenly Blademaster
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Welcoming Vampire
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-2%synergy
Devoted Caretaker
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Dauntless Dismantler
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-12%synergy
Bastion Protector
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
3%synergy
Firemane Commando
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
3%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-5%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
15%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
18%synergy
Final Showdown
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
38%synergy
Path to Exile
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
-24%synergy
Silence
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
20%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
22%synergy
Second Sunrise
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Loran's Escape
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
7%synergy
Orim's Chant
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Return to Dust
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Dawn's Truce
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
0%synergy
Clever Concealment
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
4%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-5%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-12%synergy
Surge of Salvation
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
2%synergy
March of Otherworldly Light
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Reprieve
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-8%synergy
Brought Back
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Sorceries
Sevinne's Reclamation
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
44%synergy
Single Combat
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
37%synergy
Wrath of God
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
18%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Austere Command
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-14%synergy
Divine Reckoning
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Ondu Inversion
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Open the Vaults
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Dismantling Wave
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Ravages of War
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Doomskar
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Winds of Abandon
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Emeria's Call
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Slash the Ranks
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Armageddon
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sword of the Animist
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
53%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
53%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
50%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
55%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
51%synergy
Buster Sword
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
42%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
40%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
42%synergy
Robe of Stars
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
38%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
40%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
37%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
41%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
38%synergy
Basilisk Collar
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
35%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
41%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Thran Power Suit
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
20%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Bilbo's Ring
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Argentum Armor
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Mask of Memory
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Godsend
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Genji Glove
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
The Seriema
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Nettlecyst
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Soul-Guide Lantern
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Null Rod
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Mithril Coat
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
7%synergy
The Immortal Sun
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Sunset Pyramid
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Prowler's Helm
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Skullclamp
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-2%synergy
Trinisphere
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Sculpting Steel
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Infiltration Lens
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Haunted Cloak
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Uba Mask
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Seer's Sundial
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Mycosynth Lattice
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Resurrection Orb
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Kusari-Gama
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Enchantments
Land Tax
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
40%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
57%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
47%synergy
Blind Obedience
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
46%synergy
Forge Anew
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
37%synergy
Rule of Law
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
40%synergy
Nevermore
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Stony Silence
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-3%synergy
Rest in Peace
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Smuggler's Share
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Grasp of Fate
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Gift of Immortality
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Deafening Silence
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
5%synergy
Luminarch Ascension
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
7%synergy
Chivalric Alliance
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
All That Glitters
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
3%synergy
Temporary Lockdown
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Eye of Singularity
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Aura of Silence
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Planeswalkers
Karn, the Great Creator
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
59%synergy
War Room
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
36%synergy
Inventors' Fair
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
64%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
35%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
19%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
41%synergy
Buried Ruin
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
34%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
16%synergy
Urza's Saga
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
18%synergy
Cathedral of War
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Thespian's Stage
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Strip Mine
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Lotus Vale
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Lotus Field
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Desert of the True
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Roadside Reliquary
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Tyrite Sanctum
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Sejiri Steppe
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Fomori Vault
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Scorched Ruins
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Minas Tirith
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-13%synergy
Command Beacon
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
7%synergy
Secluded Steppe
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
2%synergy
Detection Tower
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Deserted Temple
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Mikokoro, Center of the Sea
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Cryptic Caves
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Mistveil Plains
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
7%synergy
Monumental Henge
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
1%synergy
Drifting Meadow
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
-1%synergy
Sol Ring
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
-40%synergy
Mox Opal
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
39%synergy
Mox Amber
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Coldsteel Heart
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-1%synergy
Marble Diamond
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-5%synergy
Fellwar Stone
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
5%synergy
Gilded Lotus
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Mind Stone
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-13%synergy
Lands
Plains
100%inclusion7 decks7 decks
7%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
54%synergy
Cavern of Souls
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
18%synergy
Prismatic Vista
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Witch Enchanter
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-3%synergy
Ondu Inversion
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Myriad Landscape
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-14%synergy
Windswept Heath
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Emeria's Call
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Arid Mesa
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
2%synergy
Marsh Flats
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Flooded Strand
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Flagstones of Trokair
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
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