Lightning, Army of One (Commander) - Core Extra Combats

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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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Pursue the Past
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Borrowed Knowledge
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Erode
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
1%synergy
Fateful Tempest
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Turbulent Steppe
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-9%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Genji Glove
83%inclusion34 decks41 decks
76%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
60%inclusion27 decks45 decks
54%synergy
Combat Celebrant
60%inclusion27 decks45 decks
51%synergy
Rogue's Passage
78%inclusion35 decks45 decks
48%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
62%inclusion28 decks45 decks
46%synergy
Full Throttle
51%inclusion23 decks45 decks
46%synergy
Bastion Protector
51%inclusion23 decks45 decks
44%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
49%inclusion22 decks45 decks
44%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
49%inclusion22 decks45 decks
43%synergy
Lightning Bolt
53%inclusion24 decks45 decks
43%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
78%inclusion35 decks45 decks
36%synergy
Boros Charm
71%inclusion32 decks45 decks
24%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
64%inclusion29 decks45 decks
-2%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
58%inclusion26 decks45 decks
41%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
56%inclusion25 decks45 decks
42%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
53%inclusion24 decks45 decks
36%synergy
Lightning Greaves
51%inclusion23 decks45 decks
22%synergy
Gisela, Blade of Goldnight
47%inclusion21 decks45 decks
34%synergy
Mask of Memory
47%inclusion21 decks45 decks
39%synergy
Sword of the Animist
47%inclusion21 decks45 decks
30%synergy
Game Changers
Farewell
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
-1%synergy
Creatures
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
47%inclusion21 decks45 decks
40%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
44%inclusion20 decks45 decks
30%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
44%inclusion20 decks45 decks
33%synergy
Blade Historian
42%inclusion19 decks45 decks
32%synergy
Lizard Blades
40%inclusion18 decks45 decks
32%synergy
Aurelia, the Law Above
36%inclusion16 decks45 decks
26%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
36%inclusion16 decks45 decks
28%synergy
Mother of Runes
33%inclusion15 decks45 decks
20%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
33%inclusion15 decks45 decks
24%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
30%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
31%inclusion14 decks45 decks
21%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
31%inclusion14 decks45 decks
22%synergy
Freya Crescent
31%inclusion14 decks45 decks
26%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
29%inclusion13 decks45 decks
18%synergy
Esper Sentinel
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
19%synergy
Moraug, Fury of Akoum
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
20%synergy
Port Razer
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
20%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
16%synergy
Grand Abolisher
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Twinflame Tyrant
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Iroas, God of Victory
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
16%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
14%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Giver of Runes
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
-8%synergy
Witch Enchanter
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
0%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Zack Fair
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Bre of Clan Stoutarm
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Weapons Vendor
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Adeline, Resplendent Cathar
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Brass Squire
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Firemane Commando
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Voice of Victory
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Amy Rose
11%inclusion4 decks36 decks
10%synergy
Kwende, Pride of Femeref
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Nelly Borca, Impulsive Accuser
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Legion Leadership
47%inclusion21 decks45 decks
29%synergy
Path to Exile
44%inclusion20 decks45 decks
-13%synergy
Restoration Magic
44%inclusion19 decks43 decks
34%synergy
Deflecting Palm
42%inclusion19 decks45 decks
23%synergy
Chaos Warp
33%inclusion15 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
33%inclusion15 decks45 decks
17%synergy
Akroma's Will
33%inclusion15 decks45 decks
21%synergy
Lightning Helix
29%inclusion13 decks45 decks
20%synergy
Great Train Heist
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
20%synergy
Generous Gift
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
-7%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Wear // Tear
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
0%synergy
Take the Bait
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Dispatch
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Savage Beating
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
14%synergy
Redirect Lightning
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
10%synergy
Clever Concealment
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Reprieve
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Deflecting Swat
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
-5%synergy
Inventory Management
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Thunder Magic
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
-2%synergy
Demand Answers
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
0%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Abrade
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
-4%synergy
Bulk Up
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Haste Magic
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
5%synergy
Valorous Stance
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Chance for Glory
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Dawn's Truce
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-3%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
0%synergy
Ghostfire Slice
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Big Score
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-6%synergy
Dawn Charm
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Price of Progress
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Overpowering Attack
38%inclusion17 decks45 decks
34%synergy
Seize the Day
36%inclusion16 decks45 decks
30%synergy
Blasphemous Act
33%inclusion15 decks45 decks
1%synergy
Relentless Assault
33%inclusion15 decks45 decks
28%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
31%inclusion14 decks45 decks
20%synergy
Open the Armory
29%inclusion13 decks45 decks
16%synergy
Vandalblast
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
20%synergy
Response // Resurgence
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Austere Command
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
2%synergy
World at War
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
14%synergy
Disrupt Decorum
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Faithless Looting
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
-4%synergy
Waves of Aggression
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Isengard Unleashed
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Fury of the Horde
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
7%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
-5%synergy
Fiery Confluence
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Single Combat
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Cut a Deal
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Boltwave
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Sundering Eruption
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Insult // Injury
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Onward // Victory
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Spectacular Showdown
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Rip Apart
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
The Reaver Cleaver
44%inclusion20 decks45 decks
35%synergy
Champion's Helm
40%inclusion18 decks45 decks
36%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
38%inclusion17 decks45 decks
32%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
36%inclusion16 decks45 decks
32%synergy
Buster Sword
36%inclusion16 decks45 decks
28%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
33%inclusion15 decks45 decks
29%synergy
Celestial Armor
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
23%synergy
Colossus Hammer
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Mithril Coat
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
14%synergy
Sunforger
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Embercleave
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Leyline Axe
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
18%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
17%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
13%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
20%synergy
Basilisk Collar
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
8%synergy
The Fire Crystal
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
14%synergy
Robe of Stars
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Tome of Legends
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
13%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
13%synergy
Commander's Plate
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
10%synergy
The Wind Crystal
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Darksteel Plate
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Goldvein Pick
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
1%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Hero's Blade
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Ruby Medallion
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Grappling Hook
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Brass Knuckles
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Helm of the Host
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Fireshrieker
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Dolmen Gate
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Nettlecyst
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
0%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
6%synergy
O-Naginata
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Enchantments
Sigarda's Aid
42%inclusion19 decks45 decks
30%synergy
Forge Anew
36%inclusion16 decks45 decks
26%synergy
Aggravated Assault
33%inclusion15 decks45 decks
28%synergy
Rising of the Day
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
20%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
16%synergy
Fighter Class
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Spirit Mantle
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Grim Reaper's Sprint
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Flaming Fist
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Blood Mist
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Reconnaissance
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Light of Promise
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Fiery Emancipation
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
5%synergy
All That Glitters
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
1%synergy
Twinblade Blessing
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Land Tax
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
-2%synergy
Smuggler's Share
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
2%synergy
City on Fire
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
1%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
1%synergy
Pentarch Ward
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Tavern Brawler
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Holy Mantle
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Angelic Gift
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Repercussion
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Gryff's Boon
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
6%synergy
SOLDIER Military Program
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Slayers' Stronghold
60%inclusion27 decks45 decks
39%synergy
Arena of Glory
31%inclusion14 decks45 decks
22%synergy
Minas Tirith
29%inclusion13 decks45 decks
16%synergy
War Room
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
13%synergy
Access Tunnel
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
17%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
17%synergy
Command Beacon
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Reliquary Tower
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
-6%synergy
Axgard Armory
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Monumental Henge
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Buried Ruin
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
-4%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Castle Embereth
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Temple of the False God
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
0%synergy
Flamekin Village
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Needle Spires
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
1%synergy
Adventurer's Inn
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
5.6%inclusion2 decks36 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
91%inclusion41 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Sol Ring
89%inclusion40 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
71%inclusion32 decks45 decks
19%synergy
Boros Signet
60%inclusion27 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Fellwar Stone
29%inclusion13 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Mind Stone
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Thought Vessel
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Lands
Mountain
98%inclusion44 decks45 decks
0%synergy
Plains
98%inclusion44 decks45 decks
0%synergy
Command Tower
96%inclusion43 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
84%inclusion38 decks45 decks
18%synergy
Battlefield Forge
73%inclusion33 decks45 decks
16%synergy
Rugged Prairie
67%inclusion30 decks45 decks
23%synergy
Sacred Foundry
60%inclusion27 decks45 decks
13%synergy
Sundown Pass
56%inclusion25 decks45 decks
18%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
53%inclusion24 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
49%inclusion22 decks45 decks
25%synergy
Temple of Triumph
47%inclusion21 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Legion Leadership
47%inclusion21 decks45 decks
29%synergy
Boros Garrison
40%inclusion18 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Spectator Seating
38%inclusion17 decks45 decks
-1%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
33%inclusion15 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Exotic Orchard
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
-3%synergy
Path of Ancestry
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Elegant Parlor
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Arid Mesa
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
-4%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
16%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Radiant Summit
19%inclusion7 decks36 decks
-3%synergy
Myriad Landscape
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
-3%synergy
Sacred Peaks
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Witch Enchanter
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
0%synergy
Plateau
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
1%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
-5%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Evolving Wilds
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
-8%synergy
Prismatic Vista
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Spire of Industry
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Thriving Bluff
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Sundering Eruption
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Thriving Heath
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Fabled Passage
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-4%synergy
Lorehold Campus
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Reflecting Pool
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Boros Guildgate
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-2%synergy
Cavern of Souls
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Sun-Blessed Peak
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
5%synergy