Lightning, Army of One (Commander) - Expensive Upgraded Equipment

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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Mjölnir, Hammer of Thor
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Thorin, Mountain-king
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Turbulent Steppe
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-9%synergy
Erode
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
0%synergy
Quill-Blade Laureate
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
84%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
84%synergy
Forge Anew
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
82%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
81%synergy
Buster Sword
87%inclusion20 decks23 decks
79%synergy
Aggravated Assault
83%inclusion19 decks23 decks
77%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
74%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
83%inclusion19 decks23 decks
73%synergy
Genji Glove
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
71%synergy
Commander's Plate
74%inclusion17 decks23 decks
68%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
87%inclusion20 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Boros Charm
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
31%synergy
Esper Sentinel
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
54%synergy
Deflecting Swat
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
62%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
74%inclusion17 decks23 decks
62%synergy
Mother of Runes
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
57%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
52%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
64%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
63%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
37%synergy
Teferi's Protection
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Smothering Tithe
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Jeska's Will
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
11%synergy
The One Ring
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Ancient Tomb
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Farewell
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Gamble
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Chrome Mox
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Creatures
Professional Face-Breaker
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
51%synergy
Lizard Blades
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
58%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
47%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
55%synergy
Grand Abolisher
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
51%synergy
Giver of Runes
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
46%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
42%synergy
Combat Celebrant
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
36%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
37%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Blade Historian
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
24%synergy
Iroas, God of Victory
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Voice of Victory
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
27%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
23%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Gisela, Blade of Goldnight
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
23%synergy
Witch Enchanter
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Bastion Protector
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
5%synergy
Raph & Leo, Sibling Rivals
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
11%synergy
Brass Squire
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Yuffie, Materia Hunter
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Serra Ascendant
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Myrel, Shield of Argive
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Boromir, Warden of the Tower
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Anger
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Tataru Taru
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Lightning, Security Sergeant
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Flawless Maneuver
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
39%synergy
Path to Exile
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Akroma's Will
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
36%synergy
Lightning Bolt
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
33%synergy
Restoration Magic
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Redirect Lightning
31%inclusion5 decks16 decks
26%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Deflecting Palm
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Chaos Warp
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-8%synergy
Legion Leadership
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Dawn's Truce
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Lightning Helix
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Great Train Heist
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Generous Gift
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-14%synergy
Comeuppance
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Clever Concealment
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Inventory Management
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Valakut Awakening
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Orim's Chant
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Silence
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Wear // Tear
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-11%synergy
Disenchant
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Dawn Charm
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Olórin's Searing Light
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Reprieve
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-0%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Abrade
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
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7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Open the Armory
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
31%synergy
Seize the Day
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Full Throttle
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Blasphemous Act
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
20%inclusion3 decks15 decks
17%synergy
Relentless Assault
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Sundering Eruption
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Overpowering Attack
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Requisition Raid
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Unfinished Business
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Assault Strobe
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Spectacular Showdown
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Fury of the Horde
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Ticked Off
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Utility Artifacts
The Reaver Cleaver
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
56%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
56%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
55%synergy
Mithril Coat
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
42%synergy
Colossus Hammer
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
37%synergy
Sword of the Animist
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
31%synergy
Embercleave
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
32%synergy
Shadowspear
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
33%synergy
Robe of Stars
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
32%synergy
Helm of the Host
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Lightning Greaves
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Basilisk Collar
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Skullclamp
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Sunforger
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
3%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Hard-Won Jitte
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Champion's Helm
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Celestial Armor
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Blade of Selves
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Brass's Tunnel-Grinder
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Assault Suit
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Dolmen Gate
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Mask of Memory
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Mjölnir, Storm Hammer
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Twin Blades
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Enchantments
Duelist's Heritage
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
55%synergy
Fighter Class
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
46%synergy
Land Tax
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Brilliant Wings
20%inclusion3 decks15 decks
19%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Reconnaissance
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Super State
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
9%synergy
City on Fire
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Fiery Emancipation
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Curse of Opulence
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Repercussion
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
39%synergy
Arena of Glory
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
56%synergy
Urza's Saga
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
51%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
40%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
40%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
27%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Minas Tirith
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Command Beacon
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Monumental Henge
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Ancient Den
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Inventors' Fair
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-0%synergy
Axgard Armory
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Reliquary Tower
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-10%synergy
Homeward Path
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Great Furnace
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Secret Tunnel
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Arcane Signet
83%inclusion19 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Boros Signet
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
-6%synergy
The Aetherspark
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Mox Amber
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Mox Opal
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Fellwar Stone
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-8%synergy
Commander's Sphere
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-5%synergy
Lotus Petal
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion23 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Mountain
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Plains
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Arid Mesa
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
67%synergy
Sacred Foundry
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
44%synergy
Plateau
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
79%synergy
Spectator Seating
87%inclusion20 decks23 decks
48%synergy
Battlefield Forge
83%inclusion19 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
53%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Rugged Prairie
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
26%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
44%synergy
Sundown Pass
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
32%synergy
Flooded Strand
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
50%synergy
Wooded Foothills
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
47%synergy
Elegant Parlor
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
32%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
46%synergy
Windswept Heath
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
41%synergy
Marsh Flats
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
41%synergy
Scalding Tarn
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Prismatic Vista
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Fabled Passage
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Cavern of Souls
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
26%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
26%synergy
Witch Enchanter
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-23%synergy
Legion Leadership
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Exotic Orchard
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-12%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-5%synergy
Mana Confluence
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Temple of Triumph
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-24%synergy
Boros Garrison
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-23%synergy
Evolving Wilds
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-6%synergy
Path of Ancestry
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Sundering Eruption
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
City of Brass
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Valakut Awakening
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Spire of Industry
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Reflecting Pool
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Abundant Countryside
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Radiant Summit
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
-16%synergy