Lightning, Army of One (Commander) - Budget 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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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Fields of Strife
17%inclusion3 decks18 decks
9%synergy
Rapier Wit
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Pursue the Past
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-3%synergy
Joined Researchers
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
3%synergy
Diary of Dreams
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Genji Glove
80%inclusion43 decks54 decks
73%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
73%inclusion40 decks55 decks
66%synergy
Restoration Magic
67%inclusion36 decks54 decks
57%synergy
Full Throttle
58%inclusion32 decks55 decks
53%synergy
Bastion Protector
58%inclusion32 decks55 decks
51%synergy
Rogue's Passage
80%inclusion44 decks55 decks
50%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
55%inclusion30 decks55 decks
49%synergy
Lightning Bolt
58%inclusion32 decks55 decks
48%synergy
Gisela, Blade of Goldnight
60%inclusion33 decks55 decks
48%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
64%inclusion35 decks55 decks
46%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
73%inclusion40 decks55 decks
31%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
58%inclusion32 decks55 decks
45%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
56%inclusion31 decks55 decks
-10%synergy
Combat Celebrant
55%inclusion30 decks55 decks
45%synergy
Boros Charm
55%inclusion30 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Champion's Helm
49%inclusion27 decks55 decks
45%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
49%inclusion27 decks55 decks
39%synergy
Lightning Greaves
49%inclusion27 decks55 decks
20%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
49%inclusion27 decks55 decks
40%synergy
Path to Exile
44%inclusion24 decks55 decks
-14%synergy
Game Changers
Farewell
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-3%synergy
Creatures
Sram, Senior Edificer
44%inclusion24 decks55 decks
26%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
42%inclusion23 decks55 decks
30%synergy
Blade Historian
42%inclusion23 decks55 decks
31%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
40%inclusion22 decks55 decks
29%synergy
Lizard Blades
40%inclusion22 decks55 decks
33%synergy
Aurelia, the Law Above
38%inclusion21 decks55 decks
28%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
38%inclusion21 decks55 decks
33%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
36%inclusion20 decks55 decks
22%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
36%inclusion20 decks55 decks
31%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
35%inclusion19 decks54 decks
33%synergy
Zack Fair
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
31%synergy
Freya Crescent
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
30%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
28%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
26%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
29%inclusion16 decks55 decks
25%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
29%inclusion16 decks55 decks
27%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
20%synergy
Weapons Vendor
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
19%synergy
Port Razer
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
18%synergy
Lightning, Security Sergeant
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
18%synergy
Jor Kadeen, First Goldwarden
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
17%synergy
Ashe, Princess of Dalmasca
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
17%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Seifer Almasy
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
16%synergy
Brass Squire
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
-7%synergy
Nelly Borca, Impulsive Accuser
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Raph & Leo, Sibling Rivals
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Rohirrim Chargers
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Moraug, Fury of Akoum
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Venat, Heart of Hydaelyn
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Scourge of the Throne
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Heartless Hidetsugu
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Item Shopkeep
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Kwende, Pride of Femeref
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Anger
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Clive, Ifrit's Dominant
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Cathar Commando
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Cloud, Planet's Champion
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Sun Titan
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
-6%synergy
Gogo, Mysterious Mime
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Sami, Wildcat Captain
7.5%inclusion4 decks53 decks
3%synergy
Instants
Stroke of Midnight
42%inclusion23 decks55 decks
25%synergy
Chaos Warp
36%inclusion20 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Lightning Helix
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
22%synergy
Deflecting Palm
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Generous Gift
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
-4%synergy
Legion Leadership
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Thunder Magic
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
19%synergy
Dispatch
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Take the Bait
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Abrade
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Great Train Heist
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Inventory Management
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Haste Magic
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Psychotic Fury
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
-0%synergy
Wear // Tear
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
-9%synergy
Big Score
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Dawn Charm
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Valorous Stance
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Laughing Mad
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Clever Concealment
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Demand Answers
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Lightning Strike
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Your Temple Is Under Attack
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Master Warcraft
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Slash of Light
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Battle Menu
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
The Last Agni Kai
5.6%inclusion2 decks36 decks
4%synergy
Return the Favor
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Emerge Unscathed
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Loran's Escape
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Bathe in Light
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Ride Down
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Disenchant
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Immortal Obligation
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-3%synergy
Crush Contraband
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Bulk Up
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Protection Magic
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Cloud's Limit Break
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Judgment Bolt
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Blasphemous Act
40%inclusion22 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Relentless Assault
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
22%synergy
Response // Resurgence
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
20%synergy
Open the Armory
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Vandalblast
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Austere Command
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Disrupt Decorum
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Overpowering Attack
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Faithless Looting
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
-5%synergy
Single Combat
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Rip Apart
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
-0%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Suplex
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Spectacular Showdown
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Requisition Raid
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Slash the Ranks
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Sundering Eruption
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-4%synergy
World at War
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Isengard Unleashed
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Coronation of Chaos
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Unfinished Business
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Cut a Deal
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-1%synergy
Chain Reaction
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Flame Rift
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Seize the Day
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Wrath of God
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Fiery Confluence
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Reckless Impulse
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Mana Geyser
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Boltwave
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Mask of Memory
44%inclusion24 decks55 decks
36%synergy
Celestial Armor
40%inclusion22 decks55 decks
36%synergy
Leyline Axe
36%inclusion20 decks55 decks
32%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
36%inclusion20 decks55 decks
32%synergy
Sword of the Animist
33%inclusion18 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
29%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
29%inclusion16 decks55 decks
24%synergy
Colossus Hammer
29%inclusion16 decks55 decks
18%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
13%synergy
The Fire Crystal
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
19%synergy
Darksteel Plate
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
20%synergy
Grappling Hook
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
22%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
19%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
19%synergy
Sunforger
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
17%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
18%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
19%synergy
Goldvein Pick
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Nettlecyst
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Brass Knuckles
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Stormbeacon Blade
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Embercleave
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Fireshrieker
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
12%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
9%synergy
O-Naginata
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Basilisk Collar
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
13%synergy
Nuka-Nuke Launcher
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
13%synergy
Tome of Legends
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Samurai's Katana
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
10%synergy
The Wind Crystal
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Ace's Baseball Bat
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Prying Blade
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Hard-Won Jitte
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Excalibur II
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Quietus Spike
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Helm of the Host
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Hero's Blade
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Dragoon's Lance
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Paladin's Arms
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Crystal Fragments
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-3%synergy
Inspiring Statuary
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Rising of the Day
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
26%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Sidequest: Play Blitzball
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
18%synergy
Forge Anew
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Flaming Fist
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Aggravated Assault
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Gratuitous Violence
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Fighter Class
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
-3%synergy
Grim Reaper's Sprint
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Windcrag Siege
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
-1%synergy
Smuggler's Share
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Reconnaissance
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Ghostly Prison
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Light of Promise
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Serra's Embrace
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
7%synergy
True Conviction
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Sunbond
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Dictate of the Twin Gods
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
All That Glitters
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
The Sound of Drums
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Nimbus Wings
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Grasp of Fate
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Fiery Emancipation
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Pentarch Ward
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Legion's Initiative
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Spirit Mantle
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Benevolent Blessing
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Asha's Favor
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Curse of Opulence
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-0%synergy
Sidequest: Catch a Fish
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-3%synergy
Repercussion
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Planeswalkers
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Utility Lands
Slayers' Stronghold
58%inclusion32 decks55 decks
37%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
58%inclusion32 decks55 decks
42%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
19%synergy
Axgard Armory
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Adventurer's Inn
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Castle Embereth
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Flamekin Village
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Access Tunnel
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Reliquary Tower
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
-8%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Secret Tunnel
8.3%inclusion3 decks36 decks
7%synergy
Lindblum, Industrial Regency
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Monumental Henge
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-0%synergy
Minas Tirith
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-5%synergy
Fire Nation Palace
5.6%inclusion2 decks36 decks
3%synergy
Buried Ruin
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-8%synergy
Temple of the False God
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-3%synergy
Needle Spires
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
95%inclusion52 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Arcane Signet
91%inclusion50 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
67%inclusion37 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Boros Signet
55%inclusion30 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Fellwar Stone
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
-5%synergy
Mind Stone
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
-5%synergy
Blitzball
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
14%synergy
The Irencrag
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
White Auracite
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion55 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion55 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
93%inclusion51 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
85%inclusion47 decks55 decks
19%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
71%inclusion39 decks55 decks
27%synergy
Battlefield Forge
69%inclusion38 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Rugged Prairie
67%inclusion37 decks55 decks
23%synergy
Temple of Triumph
60%inclusion33 decks55 decks
23%synergy
Boros Garrison
38%inclusion21 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
36%inclusion20 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Myriad Landscape
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Path of Ancestry
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
19%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
33%inclusion18 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Exotic Orchard
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Evolving Wilds
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Sacred Peaks
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Legion Leadership
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Rabanastre, Royal City
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
22%synergy
Sundown Pass
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
-16%synergy
Sacred Foundry
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
-27%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Radiant Summit
17%inclusion9 decks53 decks
-6%synergy
Spire of Industry
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Boros Guildgate
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Ash Barrens
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Lorehold Campus
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Sundering Eruption
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Crossroads Village
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-5%synergy
Abraded Bluffs
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-9%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Daily Bugle Building
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Sun-Blessed Peak
5.6%inclusion2 decks36 decks
4%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-20%synergy
Fabled Passage
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-6%synergy
Thriving Bluff
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-19%synergy
Thriving Heath
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-3%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-11%synergy