Lightning, Army of One (Commander) - Budget Group Slug

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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MTGStocks
Agent Bishop, Man in Black
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
49%synergy
Fast Forward
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
49%synergy
Creatures
Aurelia, the Law Above
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
90%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
64%synergy
Gisela, Blade of Goldnight
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
54%synergy
Nelly Borca, Impulsive Accuser
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
64%synergy
Agitator Ant
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
63%synergy
Firemane Commando
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
62%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
54%synergy
Vengeful Ancestor
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
63%synergy
Bre of Clan Stoutarm
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
46%synergy
Drumbellower
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
19%synergy
Anim Pakal, Thousandth Moon
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
21%synergy
Humble Defector
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Harsh Mentor
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Prosperous Bandit
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Firebrand Archer
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Cori Mountain Stalwart
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Nykthos Paragon
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Geode Rager
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Stromkirk Occultist
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Heartflame Duelist
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Paladin Elizabeth Taggerdy
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Thundering Raiju
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Brash Taunter
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Coruscation Mage
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Stuffy Doll
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
26%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
22%synergy
Siege Veteran
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Angel of Indemnity
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Boros Reckoner
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Grotag Night-Runner
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Parapet Thrasher
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
16%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Loyal Apprentice
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
19%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Mikaeus, the Lunarch
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Bastion Protector
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
26%synergy
Goldlust Triad
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Torbran, Thane of Red Fell
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Radiant Scrollwielder
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Pianna, Nomad Captain
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Generous Pup
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Moria Marauder
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Laelia, the Blade Reforged
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Storm-Kiln Artist
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
26%synergy
Instants
Take the Bait
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
94%synergy
Lightning Bolt
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
56%synergy
Arcbond
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
22%synergy
Boros Charm
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
-15%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Lightning Helix
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
25%synergy
Lightning Axe
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Ghostfire Slice
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
16%synergy
Legion Leadership
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
16%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
-32%synergy
Deflecting Palm
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
15%synergy
Price of Progress
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Lightning Strike
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Your Temple Is Under Attack
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Abrade
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
21%synergy
Restoration Magic
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
23%synergy
Sorceries
Disrupt Decorum
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
95%synergy
Coronation of Chaos
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
66%synergy
Blaze
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Browbeat
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Flame Rift
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Fiery Confluence
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Blasphemous Act
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
0%synergy
Single Combat
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Cut a Deal
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Spectacular Showdown
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Boltwave
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Sundering Eruption
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Mob Verdict
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Rip Apart
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
20%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Prisoner's Dilemma
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Swiftfoot Boots
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
24%synergy
Wedding Ring
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
23%synergy
Plate Armor
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Ring of Valkas
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Leyline Axe
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Prowler's Helm
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Boots of Speed
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Infantry Shield
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Greatsword of Tyr
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Key to the City
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Eater of Virtue
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Smoke Bomb
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Tome of Legends
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Horn of Valhalla
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Sword of the Animist
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
16%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
21%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
The Wind Crystal
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Excalibur II
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
The Seriema
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Enchantments
Duelist's Heritage
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
94%synergy
Descent into Avernus
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
63%synergy
Pariah
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
65%synergy
Dictate of the Twin Gods
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
65%synergy
Ghostly Prison
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
58%synergy
Grasp of Fate
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Noble Heritage
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Reconnaissance
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
26%synergy
Crescendo of War
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Detention Vortex
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Maddening Hex
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Pacifism
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Windcrag Siege
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
23%synergy
Furnace of Rath
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Popular Entertainer
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Curse of Stalked Prey
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Gratuitous Violence
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Tavern Brawler
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Shiny Impetus
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Paladin Class
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Curse of Opulence
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Spirit Link
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Flaming Fist
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Bitter Feud
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
69%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
45%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
50%synergy
Temple of the False God
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
58%synergy
Restless Bivouac
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Axgard Armory
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
25%synergy
Reliquary Tower
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
14%synergy
Ramunap Ruins
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Dust Bowl
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Lindblum, Industrial Regency
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
20%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
48%synergy
Boros Signet
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
16%synergy
Sol Ring
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
-18%synergy
Hedron Archive
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Thought Vessel
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
19%synergy
Victory Chimes
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
14%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
56%synergy
Battlefield Forge
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
44%synergy
Boros Garrison
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
62%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
2%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
35%synergy
Myriad Landscape
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
47%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
50%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
46%synergy
Exotic Orchard
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
4%synergy
Captivating Cave
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Temple of Triumph
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
-4%synergy
Boros Guildgate
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
25%synergy
Rugged Prairie
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
-9%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
10%synergy
Evolving Wilds
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
14%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
7%synergy
Legion Leadership
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
16%synergy
Path of Ancestry
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
17%synergy
Sundering Eruption
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
17%synergy
Daily Bugle Building
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy