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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%inclusion6 decks57 decks
9%synergy
Hard-Won Jitte
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Fast Forward
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
4.3%inclusion3 decks69 decks
-3%synergy
Bre of Clan Stoutarm
2.9%inclusion2 decks69 decks
-2%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Genji Glove
76%inclusion122 decks160 decks
69%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
82%inclusion135 decks165 decks
64%synergy
Buster Sword
70%inclusion115 decks164 decks
62%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
62%inclusion103 decks165 decks
56%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
68%inclusion113 decks165 decks
56%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
64%inclusion105 decks165 decks
56%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
61%inclusion101 decks165 decks
55%synergy
Lizard Blades
60%inclusion99 decks165 decks
52%synergy
Forge Anew
62%inclusion102 decks165 decks
52%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
61%inclusion101 decks165 decks
50%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
78%inclusion129 decks165 decks
35%synergy
Boros Charm
76%inclusion126 decks165 decks
28%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
71%inclusion117 decks165 decks
5%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
64%inclusion106 decks165 decks
46%synergy
Sword of the Animist
64%inclusion105 decks165 decks
46%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
59%inclusion98 decks165 decks
47%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
58%inclusion95 decks165 decks
48%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
56%inclusion92 decks165 decks
46%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
55%inclusion90 decks165 decks
48%synergy
Path to Exile
54%inclusion89 decks165 decks
-3%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
29%inclusion48 decks165 decks
13%synergy
Jeska's Will
28%inclusion46 decks165 decks
12%synergy
Teferi's Protection
21%inclusion35 decks165 decks
5%synergy
Smothering Tithe
18%inclusion30 decks165 decks
-1%synergy
The One Ring
16%inclusion26 decks165 decks
9%synergy
Farewell
12%inclusion19 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Creatures
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
49%inclusion81 decks165 decks
36%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
48%inclusion80 decks165 decks
35%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
41%inclusion68 decks165 decks
36%synergy
Esper Sentinel
41%inclusion67 decks165 decks
15%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
39%inclusion64 decks165 decks
24%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
38%inclusion63 decks165 decks
28%synergy
Combat Celebrant
38%inclusion62 decks165 decks
28%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
37%inclusion61 decks165 decks
31%synergy
Bastion Protector
36%inclusion60 decks165 decks
29%synergy
Mother of Runes
36%inclusion59 decks165 decks
23%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
32%inclusion53 decks165 decks
25%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
30%inclusion50 decks165 decks
23%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
29%inclusion48 decks165 decks
24%synergy
Gisela, Blade of Goldnight
28%inclusion47 decks165 decks
15%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
28%inclusion47 decks165 decks
18%synergy
Blade Historian
28%inclusion46 decks165 decks
17%synergy
Iroas, God of Victory
27%inclusion45 decks165 decks
17%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
27%inclusion45 decks165 decks
16%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
25%inclusion42 decks165 decks
22%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
25%inclusion41 decks165 decks
18%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
24%inclusion39 decks165 decks
21%synergy
Grand Abolisher
23%inclusion38 decks165 decks
13%synergy
Giver of Runes
22%inclusion37 decks165 decks
16%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
21%inclusion34 decks161 decks
19%synergy
Freya Crescent
21%inclusion34 decks164 decks
16%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
21%inclusion34 decks165 decks
14%synergy
Zack Fair
19%inclusion31 decks164 decks
15%synergy
Voice of Victory
16%inclusion27 decks165 decks
8%synergy
Witch Enchanter
15%inclusion24 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
14%inclusion23 decks165 decks
11%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
13%inclusion22 decks165 decks
9%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
13%inclusion21 decks165 decks
0%synergy
Seifer Almasy
11%inclusion18 decks160 decks
10%synergy
Lion Sash
10%inclusion16 decks165 decks
3%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
10%inclusion16 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
10%inclusion16 decks165 decks
6%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
9.1%inclusion15 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Amy Rose
9.0%inclusion12 decks134 decks
8%synergy
Weapons Vendor
8.6%inclusion14 decks162 decks
7%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
8.5%inclusion14 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Aurelia, the Law Above
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
-3%synergy
Nelly Borca, Impulsive Accuser
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
6%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
7.3%inclusion12 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
7.3%inclusion12 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
7.3%inclusion12 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Ashe, Princess of Dalmasca
6.8%inclusion11 decks161 decks
5%synergy
Twinflame Tyrant
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
0%synergy
Instants
Lightning Bolt
51%inclusion84 decks165 decks
40%synergy
Restoration Magic
39%inclusion63 decks161 decks
29%synergy
Legion Leadership
38%inclusion62 decks165 decks
20%synergy
Deflecting Palm
36%inclusion59 decks165 decks
17%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
35%inclusion58 decks165 decks
18%synergy
Deflecting Swat
32%inclusion53 decks165 decks
16%synergy
Inventory Management
31%inclusion51 decks165 decks
25%synergy
Great Train Heist
30%inclusion50 decks165 decks
26%synergy
Akroma's Will
30%inclusion50 decks165 decks
18%synergy
Chaos Warp
28%inclusion47 decks165 decks
-2%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
27%inclusion45 decks165 decks
9%synergy
Generous Gift
22%inclusion37 decks165 decks
-11%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
22%inclusion36 decks165 decks
11%synergy
Lightning Helix
21%inclusion34 decks165 decks
12%synergy
Redirect Lightning
18%inclusion20 decks114 decks
13%synergy
Take the Bait
14%inclusion23 decks165 decks
8%synergy
Wear // Tear
14%inclusion23 decks165 decks
-7%synergy
Dispatch
13%inclusion21 decks165 decks
-1%synergy
Dawn's Truce
13%inclusion21 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion21 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Savage Beating
12%inclusion20 decks165 decks
10%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
12%inclusion20 decks165 decks
10%synergy
Thunder Magic
11%inclusion18 decks160 decks
10%synergy
Clever Concealment
11%inclusion18 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
11%inclusion18 decks165 decks
8%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
9.1%inclusion15 decks165 decks
7%synergy
Olórin's Searing Light
9.1%inclusion15 decks165 decks
6%synergy
Haste Magic
8.6%inclusion14 decks163 decks
7%synergy
Abrade
8.5%inclusion14 decks165 decks
-4%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Big Score
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
-3%synergy
Valakut Awakening
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.3%inclusion12 decks165 decks
3%synergy
Reprieve
7.3%inclusion12 decks165 decks
-1%synergy
Lightning Strike
7.3%inclusion12 decks165 decks
6%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
-5%synergy
Psychotic Fury
6.1%inclusion10 decks165 decks
3%synergy
Pyroblast
6.1%inclusion10 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Master Warcraft
6.1%inclusion10 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
5.5%inclusion9 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Price of Progress
5.5%inclusion9 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
5.5%inclusion9 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Open the Armory
53%inclusion87 decks165 decks
39%synergy
Full Throttle
43%inclusion71 decks165 decks
37%synergy
Blasphemous Act
36%inclusion59 decks165 decks
3%synergy
Seize the Day
33%inclusion54 decks165 decks
27%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
28%inclusion47 decks165 decks
22%synergy
Relentless Assault
21%inclusion35 decks165 decks
16%synergy
Overpowering Attack
21%inclusion35 decks165 decks
18%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
19%inclusion32 decks165 decks
14%synergy
Disrupt Decorum
18%inclusion30 decks165 decks
13%synergy
Sundering Eruption
18%inclusion30 decks165 decks
12%synergy
Vandalblast
18%inclusion29 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Single Combat
15%inclusion24 decks165 decks
10%synergy
Faithless Looting
13%inclusion22 decks165 decks
-3%synergy
Austere Command
12%inclusion19 decks165 decks
-5%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
12%inclusion19 decks165 decks
7%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
10%inclusion17 decks165 decks
5%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
10%inclusion16 decks164 decks
8%synergy
Spectacular Showdown
10%inclusion16 decks165 decks
6%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
9.4%inclusion8 decks85 decks
6%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
-4%synergy
Boltwave
7.3%inclusion12 decks165 decks
5%synergy
World at War
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
5%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
3%synergy
Cut a Deal
6.1%inclusion10 decks165 decks
-1%synergy
Response // Resurgence
6.1%inclusion10 decks165 decks
0%synergy
Utility Artifacts
The Reaver Cleaver
52%inclusion85 decks165 decks
42%synergy
Lightning Greaves
44%inclusion72 decks165 decks
15%synergy
Mithril Coat
41%inclusion67 decks165 decks
30%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
39%inclusion64 decks165 decks
33%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
39%inclusion64 decks165 decks
34%synergy
Commander's Plate
39%inclusion64 decks165 decks
33%synergy
Sunforger
38%inclusion62 decks165 decks
22%synergy
Colossus Hammer
37%inclusion61 decks165 decks
25%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
35%inclusion57 decks165 decks
29%synergy
Champion's Helm
32%inclusion52 decks165 decks
27%synergy
Embercleave
30%inclusion50 decks165 decks
23%synergy
Basilisk Collar
27%inclusion45 decks165 decks
13%synergy
Mask of Memory
25%inclusion41 decks165 decks
17%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
25%inclusion41 decks165 decks
12%synergy
Leyline Axe
24%inclusion39 decks165 decks
19%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
24%inclusion39 decks165 decks
17%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
23%inclusion37 decks162 decks
19%synergy
Celestial Armor
22%inclusion36 decks165 decks
18%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
21%inclusion35 decks165 decks
19%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
20%inclusion33 decks165 decks
17%synergy
Robe of Stars
19%inclusion32 decks165 decks
17%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
19%inclusion31 decks164 decks
16%synergy
Helm of the Host
18%inclusion30 decks165 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
17%inclusion28 decks165 decks
11%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
17%inclusion28 decks165 decks
13%synergy
Fireshrieker
16%inclusion26 decks165 decks
13%synergy
Darksteel Plate
14%inclusion23 decks165 decks
10%synergy
Shadowspear
13%inclusion22 decks165 decks
3%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
13%inclusion21 decks165 decks
7%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
13%inclusion21 decks165 decks
10%synergy
The Fire Crystal
12%inclusion20 decks163 decks
7%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
12%inclusion20 decks165 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
12%inclusion19 decks165 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
12%inclusion19 decks165 decks
7%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
10%inclusion17 decks165 decks
5%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
9.1%inclusion15 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
8.5%inclusion14 decks164 decks
7%synergy
Dolmen Gate
8.5%inclusion14 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Excalibur II
8.1%inclusion13 decks160 decks
6%synergy
Thran Power Suit
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
7.3%inclusion12 decks165 decks
0%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
7.3%inclusion12 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Hero's Blade
7.3%inclusion12 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
7.3%inclusion12 decks165 decks
5%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
6.1%inclusion10 decks165 decks
3%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
6.1%inclusion10 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Skullclamp
6.1%inclusion10 decks165 decks
-9%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
6.1%inclusion10 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
5.5%inclusion9 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Enchantments
Aggravated Assault
44%inclusion73 decks165 decks
38%synergy
Fighter Class
39%inclusion65 decks165 decks
28%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
15%inclusion25 decks165 decks
7%synergy
Land Tax
15%inclusion24 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
11%inclusion18 decks165 decks
6%synergy
Spirit Mantle
10%inclusion17 decks165 decks
7%synergy
Ghostly Prison
10%inclusion16 decks165 decks
1%synergy
All That Glitters
9.1%inclusion15 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Super State
8.8%inclusion12 decks136 decks
7%synergy
Reconnaissance
8.5%inclusion14 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Rising of the Day
8.5%inclusion14 decks165 decks
3%synergy
Brilliant Wings
8.2%inclusion8 decks98 decks
8%synergy
Flaming Fist
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
6%synergy
Sidequest: Play Blitzball
6.7%inclusion11 decks163 decks
6%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Grim Reaper's Sprint
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
5%synergy
Curse of Opulence
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
0%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
6.1%inclusion10 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Fiery Emancipation
6.1%inclusion10 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
6.1%inclusion10 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Pain for All
5.5%inclusion7 decks127 decks
3%synergy
The Sound of Drums
5.5%inclusion9 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
76%inclusion126 decks165 decks
45%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
54%inclusion89 decks165 decks
32%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
51%inclusion84 decks165 decks
33%synergy
Arena of Glory
42%inclusion69 decks165 decks
32%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
22%inclusion36 decks165 decks
9%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
18%inclusion30 decks165 decks
13%synergy
Axgard Armory
18%inclusion29 decks165 decks
9%synergy
War Room
16%inclusion26 decks165 decks
6%synergy
Minas Tirith
16%inclusion26 decks165 decks
3%synergy
Command Beacon
16%inclusion26 decks165 decks
10%synergy
Buried Ruin
15%inclusion24 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Reliquary Tower
12%inclusion20 decks165 decks
-7%synergy
Monumental Henge
11%inclusion18 decks165 decks
6%synergy
Urza's Saga
10%inclusion17 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
7.3%inclusion12 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
-3%synergy
Ancient Den
5.5%inclusion9 decks165 decks
-8%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
5.5%inclusion9 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
92%inclusion152 decks165 decks
7%synergy
Arcane Signet
84%inclusion139 decks165 decks
5%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
58%inclusion95 decks165 decks
5%synergy
Boros Signet
46%inclusion76 decks165 decks
-5%synergy
Fellwar Stone
22%inclusion37 decks165 decks
-2%synergy
The Aetherspark
18%inclusion29 decks165 decks
14%synergy
Mind Stone
11%inclusion18 decks165 decks
-14%synergy
Thought Vessel
8.5%inclusion14 decks165 decks
-6%synergy
Blitzball
7.5%inclusion12 decks159 decks
6%synergy
Mox Amber
5.5%inclusion9 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Lands
Mountain
99%inclusion163 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Plains
99%inclusion163 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Command Tower
97%inclusion160 decks165 decks
11%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
82%inclusion136 decks165 decks
18%synergy
Battlefield Forge
75%inclusion123 decks165 decks
19%synergy
Sacred Foundry
72%inclusion119 decks165 decks
26%synergy
Rugged Prairie
62%inclusion102 decks165 decks
20%synergy
Spectator Seating
56%inclusion93 decks165 decks
17%synergy
Sundown Pass
54%inclusion89 decks165 decks
18%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
47%inclusion78 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Arid Mesa
46%inclusion76 decks165 decks
18%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
45%inclusion75 decks165 decks
22%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
44%inclusion73 decks165 decks
18%synergy
Legion Leadership
38%inclusion62 decks165 decks
20%synergy
Temple of Triumph
32%inclusion52 decks165 decks
-6%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
29%inclusion48 decks165 decks
9%synergy
Elegant Parlor
29%inclusion48 decks165 decks
10%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
28%inclusion47 decks165 decks
12%synergy
Exotic Orchard
27%inclusion45 decks165 decks
-2%synergy
Boros Garrison
26%inclusion43 decks165 decks
-12%synergy
Radiant Summit
26%inclusion33 decks127 decks
9%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
25%inclusion41 decks165 decks
8%synergy
Path of Ancestry
24%inclusion40 decks165 decks
8%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
22%inclusion37 decks165 decks
18%synergy
Evolving Wilds
20%inclusion33 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Sundering Eruption
18%inclusion30 decks165 decks
12%synergy
Witch Enchanter
15%inclusion24 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Fabled Passage
13%inclusion21 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion21 decks165 decks
4%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
12%inclusion20 decks165 decks
-5%synergy
Plateau
11%inclusion18 decks165 decks
-1%synergy
Myriad Landscape
10%inclusion16 decks165 decks
-10%synergy
Rabanastre, Royal City
8.5%inclusion14 decks164 decks
5%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
8.5%inclusion14 decks165 decks
-4%synergy
Wooded Foothills
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Spire of Industry
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Reflecting Pool
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
5%synergy
Cavern of Souls
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
3%synergy
Flooded Strand
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
2%synergy
Sacred Peaks
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
-3%synergy
Valakut Awakening
7.9%inclusion13 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
7.3%inclusion12 decks165 decks
-6%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.3%inclusion12 decks165 decks
3%synergy
Prismatic Vista
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
1%synergy
Windswept Heath
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
0%synergy
Marsh Flats
6.7%inclusion11 decks165 decks
0%synergy
Glittering Massif
6.3%inclusion8 decks127 decks
0%synergy
Abraded Bluffs
6.1%inclusion10 decks165 decks
0%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
6.1%inclusion10 decks165 decks
0%synergy
Boros Guildgate
5.5%inclusion9 decks165 decks
-3%synergy