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

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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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Raph & Leo, Sibling Rivals
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
9%synergy
Bre of Clan Stoutarm
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Hard-Won Jitte
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
5%synergy
Quintessential Katana
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
-2%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Genji Glove
82%inclusion37 decks45 decks
75%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
78%inclusion36 decks46 decks
72%synergy
Restoration Magic
71%inclusion32 decks45 decks
61%synergy
Full Throttle
65%inclusion30 decks46 decks
59%synergy
Gisela, Blade of Goldnight
63%inclusion29 decks46 decks
50%synergy
Bastion Protector
57%inclusion26 decks46 decks
49%synergy
Combat Celebrant
59%inclusion27 decks46 decks
49%synergy
Rogue's Passage
80%inclusion37 decks46 decks
49%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
54%inclusion25 decks46 decks
49%synergy
Lightning Bolt
59%inclusion27 decks46 decks
48%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
76%inclusion35 decks46 decks
32%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
63%inclusion29 decks46 decks
45%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
59%inclusion27 decks46 decks
-7%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
54%inclusion25 decks46 decks
40%synergy
Lightning Greaves
54%inclusion25 decks46 decks
26%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
52%inclusion24 decks46 decks
42%synergy
Boros Charm
50%inclusion23 decks46 decks
1%synergy
Champion's Helm
50%inclusion23 decks46 decks
46%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
50%inclusion23 decks46 decks
40%synergy
Celestial Armor
46%inclusion21 decks46 decks
42%synergy
Game Changers
Farewell
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
0%synergy
Creatures
Blade Historian
43%inclusion20 decks46 decks
32%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
43%inclusion20 decks46 decks
31%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
41%inclusion19 decks46 decks
23%synergy
Lizard Blades
41%inclusion19 decks46 decks
33%synergy
Zack Fair
41%inclusion19 decks46 decks
37%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
39%inclusion18 decks46 decks
25%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
39%inclusion18 decks46 decks
28%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
39%inclusion18 decks46 decks
33%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
39%inclusion18 decks46 decks
34%synergy
Freya Crescent
39%inclusion18 decks46 decks
34%synergy
Aurelia, the Law Above
37%inclusion17 decks46 decks
27%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
33%inclusion15 decks45 decks
31%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
33%inclusion15 decks46 decks
27%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
33%inclusion15 decks46 decks
26%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
28%inclusion13 decks46 decks
23%synergy
Port Razer
28%inclusion13 decks46 decks
26%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
26%inclusion12 decks46 decks
23%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
22%synergy
Weapons Vendor
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
20%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
18%synergy
Brass Squire
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
17%synergy
Ashe, Princess of Dalmasca
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
16%synergy
Seifer Almasy
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
17%synergy
Jor Kadeen, First Goldwarden
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
14%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
13%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
-8%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
9%synergy
Lightning, Security Sergeant
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
14%synergy
Nelly Borca, Impulsive Accuser
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
11%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Moraug, Fury of Akoum
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Rohirrim Chargers
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
11%synergy
Sun Titan
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
-3%synergy
Heartless Hidetsugu
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Item Shopkeep
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Sami, Wildcat Captain
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
4%synergy
Scourge of the Throne
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Kwende, Pride of Femeref
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
-4%synergy
Silverblade Paladin
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Anger
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Gogo, Mysterious Mime
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Venat, Heart of Hydaelyn
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Instants
Path to Exile
46%inclusion21 decks46 decks
-11%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
43%inclusion20 decks46 decks
26%synergy
Chaos Warp
41%inclusion19 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Lightning Helix
35%inclusion16 decks46 decks
26%synergy
Generous Gift
33%inclusion15 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Legion Leadership
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Deflecting Palm
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Thunder Magic
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
21%synergy
Haste Magic
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
18%synergy
Dispatch
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Take the Bait
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
11%synergy
Great Train Heist
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
11%synergy
Wear // Tear
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
-8%synergy
Inventory Management
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
11%synergy
Slash of Light
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Big Score
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
0%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
9%synergy
Abrade
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
-2%synergy
Psychotic Fury
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
-3%synergy
Valorous Stance
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Dawn Charm
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Lightning Strike
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Your Temple Is Under Attack
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Laughing Mad
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Judgment Bolt
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Clever Concealment
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Emerge Unscathed
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Bathe in Light
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Ride Down
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Immortal Obligation
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Crush Contraband
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Master Warcraft
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Protection Magic
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Moogles' Valor
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Blasphemous Act
46%inclusion21 decks46 decks
13%synergy
Response // Resurgence
33%inclusion15 decks46 decks
27%synergy
Relentless Assault
30%inclusion14 decks46 decks
25%synergy
Open the Armory
28%inclusion13 decks46 decks
15%synergy
Vandalblast
26%inclusion12 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Overpowering Attack
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
16%synergy
Austere Command
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
1%synergy
Faithless Looting
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Disrupt Decorum
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Suplex
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
13%synergy
Single Combat
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
9%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Rip Apart
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
0%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Spectacular Showdown
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Seize the Day
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Slash the Ranks
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Sundering Eruption
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Flame Rift
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Isengard Unleashed
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Reckless Impulse
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Cut a Deal
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
0%synergy
Mana Geyser
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Boltwave
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Impolite Entrance
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Mask of Memory
46%inclusion21 decks46 decks
38%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
39%inclusion18 decks46 decks
35%synergy
Leyline Axe
35%inclusion16 decks46 decks
30%synergy
Sword of the Animist
35%inclusion16 decks46 decks
17%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
35%inclusion16 decks46 decks
32%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
28%inclusion13 decks46 decks
23%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
28%inclusion13 decks46 decks
15%synergy
Colossus Hammer
26%inclusion12 decks46 decks
14%synergy
The Fire Crystal
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
20%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
21%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
19%synergy
Grappling Hook
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
21%synergy
Brass Knuckles
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
21%synergy
Darksteel Plate
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
18%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
17%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
19%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
14%synergy
Nettlecyst
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
11%synergy
Fireshrieker
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
14%synergy
Goldvein Pick
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
15%synergy
Sunforger
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
16%synergy
The Wind Crystal
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
15%synergy
O-Naginata
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
15%synergy
Nuka-Nuke Launcher
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
15%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
12%synergy
Tome of Legends
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
12%synergy
Stormbeacon Blade
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
15%synergy
Samurai's Katana
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
12%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Basilisk Collar
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Quietus Spike
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Ace's Baseball Bat
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
11%synergy
Embercleave
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Prying Blade
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Helm of the Host
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Hero's Blade
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
9%synergy
Paladin's Arms
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
9%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
-2%synergy
Key to the City
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Dragoon's Lance
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Crystal Fragments
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Red Mage's Rapier
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Excalibur II
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Hammer of Purphoros
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Enchantments
Rising of the Day
37%inclusion17 decks46 decks
32%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
17%synergy
Sidequest: Play Blitzball
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
17%synergy
Flaming Fist
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
13%synergy
Aggravated Assault
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Forge Anew
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Fighter Class
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Gratuitous Violence
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Grim Reaper's Sprint
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
9%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
-4%synergy
Light of Promise
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Nimbus Wings
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Sunbond
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Smuggler's Share
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Grasp of Fate
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Serra's Embrace
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Pentarch Ward
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
1%synergy
Benevolent Blessing
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Asha's Favor
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
All That Glitters
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-2%synergy
Curse of Opulence
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
0%synergy
Ghostly Prison
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-2%synergy
Repercussion
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy
True Conviction
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Evershrike's Gift
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Utility Lands
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
65%inclusion30 decks46 decks
48%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
57%inclusion26 decks46 decks
34%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
26%inclusion12 decks46 decks
21%synergy
Axgard Armory
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
9%synergy
Adventurer's Inn
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
15%synergy
Flamekin Village
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
12%synergy
Castle Embereth
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Access Tunnel
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Reliquary Tower
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
-8%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Monumental Henge
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
0%synergy
Secret Tunnel
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Lindblum, Industrial Regency
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Temple of the False God
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
96%inclusion44 decks46 decks
11%synergy
Arcane Signet
91%inclusion42 decks46 decks
12%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
74%inclusion34 decks46 decks
22%synergy
Boros Signet
59%inclusion27 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Fellwar Stone
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
0%synergy
Mind Stone
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Blitzball
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
14%synergy
White Auracite
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion46 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion46 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
96%inclusion44 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
87%inclusion40 decks46 decks
22%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
74%inclusion34 decks46 decks
30%synergy
Battlefield Forge
70%inclusion32 decks46 decks
14%synergy
Rugged Prairie
67%inclusion31 decks46 decks
26%synergy
Temple of Triumph
61%inclusion28 decks46 decks
23%synergy
Boros Garrison
39%inclusion18 decks46 decks
1%synergy
Myriad Landscape
37%inclusion17 decks46 decks
17%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
37%inclusion17 decks46 decks
20%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
35%inclusion16 decks46 decks
15%synergy
Path of Ancestry
33%inclusion15 decks46 decks
16%synergy
Rabanastre, Royal City
30%inclusion14 decks46 decks
27%synergy
Exotic Orchard
28%inclusion13 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Evolving Wilds
28%inclusion13 decks46 decks
9%synergy
Legion Leadership
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Sacred Peaks
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
13%synergy
Sacred Foundry
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
-29%synergy
Boros Guildgate
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Radiant Summit
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
-4%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Spire of Industry
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Sundown Pass
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
-23%synergy
Lorehold Campus
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Abraded Bluffs
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Crossroads Village
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Ash Barrens
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Sundering Eruption
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Daily Bugle Building
8.3%inclusion3 decks36 decks
8%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-6%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-19%synergy
Thriving Heath
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy