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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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MTGStocks
Bre of Clan Stoutarm
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Impolite Entrance
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Hard-Won Jitte
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Improvised Arsenal
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Raph & Leo, Sibling Rivals
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Genji Glove
69%inclusion33 decks48 decks
61%synergy
Restoration Magic
58%inclusion28 decks48 decks
48%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
53%inclusion26 decks49 decks
47%synergy
Lightning Bolt
55%inclusion27 decks49 decks
44%synergy
Rogue's Passage
73%inclusion36 decks49 decks
42%synergy
Bastion Protector
49%inclusion24 decks49 decks
42%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
51%inclusion25 decks49 decks
39%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
57%inclusion28 decks49 decks
39%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
43%inclusion21 decks49 decks
38%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
47%inclusion23 decks49 decks
37%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
73%inclusion36 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
57%inclusion28 decks49 decks
-9%synergy
Boros Charm
49%inclusion24 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
49%inclusion24 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Path to Exile
47%inclusion23 decks49 decks
-10%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
45%inclusion22 decks49 decks
28%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
45%inclusion22 decks49 decks
35%synergy
Full Throttle
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
35%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
35%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
28%synergy
Creatures
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
38%inclusion18 decks48 decks
35%synergy
Lizard Blades
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
29%synergy
Zack Fair
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
33%synergy
Freya Crescent
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Combat Celebrant
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
23%synergy
Gisela, Blade of Goldnight
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
20%synergy
Weapons Vendor
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
31%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
25%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
23%synergy
Ashe, Princess of Dalmasca
25%inclusion12 decks48 decks
23%synergy
Aurelia, the Law Above
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Seifer Almasy
21%inclusion10 decks48 decks
20%synergy
Blade Historian
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Jor Kadeen, First Goldwarden
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
17%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Port Razer
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
17%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Beatrix, Loyal General
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Lightning, Security Sergeant
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Brass Squire
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Cloud, Planet's Champion
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Item Shopkeep
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
-11%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Barret Wallace
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Joshua, Phoenix's Dominant
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Clive, Ifrit's Dominant
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Delivery Moogle
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Heliod's Pilgrim
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Kwende, Pride of Femeref
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Rohirrim Chargers
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Mesa Enchantress
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Neheb, the Eternal
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-5%synergy
Instants
Legion Leadership
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
21%synergy
Chaos Warp
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Thunder Magic
31%inclusion15 decks48 decks
30%synergy
Lightning Helix
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
22%synergy
Haste Magic
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
27%synergy
Great Train Heist
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
20%synergy
Generous Gift
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
-9%synergy
Deflecting Palm
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Lightning Strike
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
21%synergy
Valorous Stance
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Dispatch
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Take the Bait
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Master Warcraft
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Laughing Mad
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Loran's Escape
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Inventory Management
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Order // Chaos
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Fire Magic
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Return the Favor
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Emerge Unscathed
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Demand Answers
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Abrade
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-3%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Slash of Light
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-3%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Wear // Tear
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-13%synergy
Impact Resonance
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Expedite
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-1%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Final Showdown
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Bathe in Light
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Big Score
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-5%synergy
Dawn Charm
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Divine Resilience
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Surge of Salvation
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Olórin's Searing Light
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
You're Not Alone
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Cloud's Limit Break
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Open the Armory
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
21%synergy
Blasphemous Act
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Response // Resurgence
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
23%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Single Combat
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Rip Apart
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Overpowering Attack
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Suplex
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Chain Reaction
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Austere Command
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Vandalblast
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
-1%synergy
Relentless Assault
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Faithless Looting
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Cut a Deal
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Isengard Unleashed
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Unfinished Business
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Spectacular Showdown
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Boltwave
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Sundering Eruption
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Choco-Comet
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Unexpected Request
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Angelfire Ignition
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-1%synergy
Reckless Impulse
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Glimpse the Impossible
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Ignite the Future
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Reckless Handling
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Reconstruct History
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Onward // Victory
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Mask of Memory
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
31%synergy
Lightning Greaves
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Celestial Armor
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
33%synergy
Champion's Helm
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
32%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
22%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Sword of the Animist
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Colossus Hammer
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
17%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
21%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
22%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
22%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
20%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Hero's Blade
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
17%synergy
Nettlecyst
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Leyline Axe
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Darksteel Plate
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Tome of Legends
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Sunforger
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Dragoon's Lance
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
17%synergy
The Fire Crystal
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Samurai's Katana
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Fireshrieker
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Goldvein Pick
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Basilisk Collar
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Quietus Spike
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Thran Power Suit
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Brass Knuckles
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Prying Blade
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Haystack
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Stormbeacon Blade
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
The Wind Crystal
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Nuka-Nuke Launcher
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Excalibur II
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Zephyr Boots
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Grappling Hook
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-3%synergy
Ace's Baseball Bat
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Embercleave
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Enchantments
Blacksmith's Talent
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
22%synergy
Sidequest: Play Blitzball
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
25%synergy
Rising of the Day
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Forge Anew
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Grim Reaper's Sprint
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Flaming Fist
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Shardmage's Rescue
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Battle Mastery
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Sunbond
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Light of Promise
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Benevolent Blessing
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
All That Glitters
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Nimbus Wings
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Serra's Embrace
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Pentarch Ward
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Holy Mantle
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Twinblade Blessing
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Feather of Flight
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Angelic Gift
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Super State
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Grasp of Fate
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Blood Mist
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Idolized
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Skyblade's Boon
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Madcap Skills
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Tempered in Solitude
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Gryff's Boon
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Pain for All
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Aggravated Assault
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Windcrag Siege
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Tavern Brawler
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Spirit Mantle
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Fighter Class
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-5%synergy
Asha's Favor
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Curse of Opulence
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Griffin Guide
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Ethereal Armor
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Shiv's Embrace
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Draconic Destiny
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Triple Triad
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Redemption Arc
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Utility Lands
Slayers' Stronghold
51%inclusion25 decks49 decks
29%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
47%inclusion23 decks49 decks
29%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
17%synergy
Axgard Armory
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Flamekin Village
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Temple of the False God
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Castle Embereth
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Access Tunnel
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Restless Bivouac
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Secret Tunnel
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
2%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
2%synergy
War Room
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-3%synergy
Buried Ruin
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-8%synergy
Secluded Steppe
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Adventurer's Inn
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Lindblum, Industrial Regency
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
94%inclusion46 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Arcane Signet
78%inclusion38 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
59%inclusion29 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Boros Signet
47%inclusion23 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Mind Stone
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Fellwar Stone
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Blitzball
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
17%synergy
Commander's Sphere
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
-3%synergy
White Auracite
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Thought Vessel
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-9%synergy
Lands
Mountain
98%inclusion48 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Plains
98%inclusion48 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Command Tower
84%inclusion41 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
67%inclusion33 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
59%inclusion29 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Battlefield Forge
51%inclusion25 decks49 decks
-5%synergy
Temple of Triumph
49%inclusion24 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Rugged Prairie
47%inclusion23 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Path of Ancestry
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
24%synergy
Boros Garrison
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Legion Leadership
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
21%synergy
Myriad Landscape
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Rabanastre, Royal City
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
25%synergy
Evolving Wilds
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Exotic Orchard
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Boros Guildgate
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Sacred Peaks
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Sacred Foundry
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
-32%synergy
Radiant Summit
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
-4%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
-1%synergy
Abraded Bluffs
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Daily Bugle Building
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Glittering Massif
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Spire of Industry
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Sundering Eruption
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-9%synergy
Stone Quarry
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Crossroads Village
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Raucous Carnival
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Ash Barrens
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-2%synergy