Squall, SeeD Mercenary (Commander) - Optimized 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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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Grave Researcher
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Ral Zarek, Guest Lecturer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Turbulent Moor
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-9%synergy
Erode
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Puresteel Paladin
84%inclusion21 decks25 decks
83%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
67%synergy
Buster Sword
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
66%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
61%synergy
Bastion Protector
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
57%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
53%synergy
Shadowspear
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
53%synergy
Rogue's Passage
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
53%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
51%synergy
Buried Alive
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
50%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Ghostly Prison
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
44%synergy
Grand Abolisher
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
47%synergy
Lightning Greaves
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
36%synergy
Entomb
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
46%synergy
Plaguecrafter
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
47%synergy
Esper Sentinel
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
34%synergy
Dark Ritual
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Path to Exile
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Boromir, Warden of the Tower
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
42%synergy
Game Changers
Demonic Tutor
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
45%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
41%synergy
Ancient Tomb
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
38%synergy
Teferi's Protection
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
32%synergy
Orcish Bowmasters
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Smothering Tithe
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Bolas's Citadel
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
15%synergy
The One Ring
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Creatures
Accursed Marauder
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
41%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
43%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
42%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
33%synergy
Warren Soultrader
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Voice of Victory
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Blood Artist
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Selfless Spirit
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Elas il-Kor, Sadistic Pilgrim
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Dauthi Voidwalker
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Jirina, Dauntless General
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Zack Fair
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Lurrus of the Dream-Den
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Fleshbag Marauder
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Zulaport Cutthroat
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Stitcher's Supplier
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Lotho, Corrupt Shirriff
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Mother of Runes
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Cathar Commando
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Demon's Disciple
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Braids, Arisen Nightmare
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Cruel Celebrant
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Heliod, Sun-Crowned
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Sun Titan
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Forsaken Miner
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Super Shredder
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Umbral Collar Zealot
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Silent Arbiter
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Giver of Runes
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Archon of Emeria
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Knight Exemplar
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Bitterbloom Bearer
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Twilight Diviner
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
10%synergy
Moonshadow
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
12%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Serra Ascendant
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Karmic Guide
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Leonin Relic-Warder
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Merciless Executioner
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Myr Retriever
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Skyclave Apparition
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Fang, Fearless l'Cie
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Al Bhed Salvagers
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Rinoa, Angel Wing
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Instants
Silence
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
40%synergy
Deadly Rollick
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Fracture
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Orim's Chant
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Deadly Dispute
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-6%synergy
Despark
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-14%synergy
Dawn's Truce
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Riot Control
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Inkshield
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Restoration Magic
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Fell the Profane
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Cabal Ritual
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Culling the Weak
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Tainted Strike
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-33%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Mortify
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-14%synergy
Akroma's Will
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Sephiroth's Intervention
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Overkill
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Riverguard's Reflexes
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Reanimate
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Open the Armory
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Damn
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Unmarked Grave
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Victimize
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Vindicate
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Single Combat
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Austere Command
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Unearth
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Feed the Swarm
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Revival // Revenge
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Resentful Revelation
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Fated Clash
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Diabolic Intent
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Farewell
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Cataclysm
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Ultima
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Mask of Memory
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
42%synergy
Colossus Hammer
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Commander's Plate
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
32%synergy
Key to the City
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Genji Glove
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Thran Power Suit
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Mithril Coat
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Ashnod's Altar
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Sword of the Animist
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Basilisk Collar
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Zephyr Boots
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Nettlecyst
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Skullclamp
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-11%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Vexing Bauble
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Vorpal Sword
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Haunted Cloak
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Phyrexian Altar
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Wedding Invitation
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Isochron Scepter
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Lion Heart
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Cranial Plating
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Bilbo's Ring
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Lost Jitte
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Nihil Spellbomb
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Champion's Helm
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
All That Glitters
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Ripples of Undeath
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Idolized
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Kaya's Ghostform
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Animate Dead
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Forge Anew
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Necromancy
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Spirit Mantle
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Black Market Connections
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Aura of Silence
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Bitterblossom
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Brilliant Wings
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Glasswing Grace
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Blind Obedience
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Super State
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Edge of the Divinity
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Gift of Immortality
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Teval's Judgment
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Seal of Cleansing
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Land Tax
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Timely Ward
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Dauthi Embrace
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Chthonian Nightmare
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Bastion of Remembrance
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-10%synergy
Ethereal Armor
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Hour of Victory
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Banishing Light
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Tortured Existence
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Planeswalkers
Elspeth, Knight-Errant
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Utility Lands
Vault of the Archangel
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Shizo, Death's Storehouse
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
25%synergy
The Black Gate
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Volrath's Stronghold
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Command Beacon
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Midgar, City of Mako
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Bojuka Bog
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-24%synergy
Phyrexian Tower
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Cabal Coffers
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Minas Tirith
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Reliquary Tower
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Ancient Den
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Witch's Clinic
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Urza's Saga
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Cathedral of War
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Temple of the False God
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Eden, Seat of the Sanctum
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Vault of Whispers
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Minas Morgul, Dark Fortress
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
High Market
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Barad-dûr
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Strip Mine
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Access Tunnel
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Multiversal Passage
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Secluded Starforge
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Westvale Abbey
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Wasteland
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Barren Moor
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Hall of the Bandit Lord
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Buried Ruin
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Spymaster's Vault
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
War Room
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Secluded Steppe
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Inventors' Fair
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Homeward Path
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Hive of the Eye Tyrant
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Dust Bowl
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion25 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Arcane Signet
84%inclusion21 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
-9%synergy
Mox Opal
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Lotus Petal
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Mox Amber
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Mind Stone
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Orzhov Signet
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-34%synergy
Commander's Sphere
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Mana Vault
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Fellwar Stone
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-10%synergy
Blitzball
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
The Soul Stone
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
The Aetherspark
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Chrome Mox
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
88%inclusion22 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Swamp
80%inclusion20 decks25 decks
-18%synergy
Plains
80%inclusion20 decks25 decks
-18%synergy
Caves of Koilos
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Godless Shrine
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Vault of Champions
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Shattered Sanctum
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Marsh Flats
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Isolated Chapel
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
-19%synergy
Silent Clearing
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Brightclimb Pathway
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Bleachbone Verge
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Fetid Heath
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Fabled Passage
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Shadowy Backstreet
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Concealed Courtyard
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
7%synergy
City of Brass
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Evolving Wilds
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Mana Confluence
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Starting Town
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Windswept Heath
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Tainted Field
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-31%synergy
Reflecting Pool
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Orzhov Basilica
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-19%synergy
Polluted Delta
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Flooded Strand
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Glasswing Grace
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Desolate Mire
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Arid Mesa
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Insomnia, Crown City
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Exotic Orchard
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-14%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Scrubland
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Shineshadow Snarl
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-30%synergy
Scoured Barrens
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-11%synergy
Temple of Silence
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-27%synergy
Witch Enchanter
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Fell the Profane
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Myriad Landscape
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-10%synergy
Urza's Cave
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Ash Barrens
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Cavern of Souls
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Demolition Field
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Maestros Theater
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Opal Palace
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy