Syr Gwyn, Hero of Ashvale (Commander) - Historic

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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Moxfield
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Puresteel Paladin
83%inclusion24 decks29 decks
79%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
79%inclusion23 decks29 decks
76%synergy
Colossus Hammer
69%inclusion20 decks29 decks
66%synergy
Knight Exemplar
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
64%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
61%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
57%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
57%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
56%synergy
Embercleave
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
55%synergy
Shadowspear
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
54%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
34%synergy
Sword of the Animist
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
50%synergy
Boros Charm
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
26%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
49%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
53%synergy
Balan, Wandering Knight
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
51%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
49%synergy
Dion, Bahamut's Dominant
50%inclusion10 decks20 decks
49%synergy
Open the Armory
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
44%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
45%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Smothering Tithe
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Demonic Tutor
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Ancient Tomb
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Farewell
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Creatures
Fervent Champion
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
43%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
39%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
37%synergy
Aryel, Knight of Windgrace
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
40%synergy
Éowyn, Fearless Knight
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
39%synergy
Kinsbaile Cavalier
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
40%synergy
Acclaimed Contender
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
33%synergy
Wintermoor Commander
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
33%synergy
Smitten Swordmaster
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Shanid, Sleepers' Scourge
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
28%synergy
Exsanguinator Cavalry
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Freya Crescent
30%inclusion6 decks20 decks
29%synergy
Murderous Rider
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
27%synergy
Tori D'Avenant, Fury Rider
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
25%synergy
Guardian of Faith
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
25%synergy
Rem Karolus, Stalwart Slayer
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Inspiring Veteran
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Valiant Knight
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Arvad the Cursed
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Adeline, Resplendent Cathar
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Mirran Crusader
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
20%inclusion4 decks20 decks
19%synergy
Order of Midnight
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Embereth Shieldbreaker
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Knight of Dusk's Shadow
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Battle Angels of Tyr
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Adriana, Captain of the Guard
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Elenda, Saint of Dusk
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
13%synergy
Summon: Primal Odin
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
14%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
14%synergy
Shrike Force
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Sokka, Swordmaster
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Syr Konrad, the Grim
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Paladin Elizabeth Taggerdy
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Fiendslayer Paladin
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Haakon, Stromgald Scourge
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Phyrexian Crusader
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Bloodcrusher of Khorne
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Khorvath Brightflame
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Silverwing Squadron
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Forsworn Paladin
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Midnight Reaper
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Ayara's Oathsworn
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Syr Vondam, the Lucent
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
11%synergy
Bloodthirsty Conqueror
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Instants
Swords to Plowshares
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
-17%synergy
Path to Exile
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-10%synergy
Despark
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Crackling Doom
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Inevitable Defeat
20%inclusion4 decks20 decks
14%synergy
Mortify
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Generous Gift
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Akroma's Will
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Chaos Warp
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Dispatch
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Dark Ritual
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Rakdos Charm
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Terminate
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Wear // Tear
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Utter End
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Valakut Awakening
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Dawn's Truce
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
0%synergy
Enter the Avatar State
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Dire Tactics
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Orim's Chant
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-8%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Mana Tithe
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Isildur's Fateful Strike
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Legion Leadership
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Great Train Heist
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Inventory Management
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Deflecting Palm
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Master Warcraft
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Redirect Lightning
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
1%synergy
Restoration Magic
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Ruinous Ultimatum
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Single Combat
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Fated Clash
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Blasphemous Act
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Urza's Ruinous Blast
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Bond of Discipline
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Austere Command
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Faithless Looting
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Mythos of Snapdax
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Vindicate
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Unfinished Business
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Primevals' Glorious Rebirth
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Full Throttle
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Wrath of God
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Vandalblast
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Yawgmoth's Vile Offering
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Night's Whisper
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Buried Alive
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Damn
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-11%synergy
Jaya's Immolating Inferno
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Loxodon Warhammer
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
42%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
43%synergy
Argentum Armor
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
39%synergy
Mithril Coat
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
32%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
37%synergy
Sunforger
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
35%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
34%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
31%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
29%synergy
The Circle of Loyalty
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Buster Sword
30%inclusion6 decks20 decks
28%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
24%synergy
Sigiled Sword of Valeron
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
27%synergy
Ultima Weapon
25%inclusion5 decks20 decks
25%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Lightning Greaves
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-10%synergy
Leyline Axe
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
22%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Mask of Griselbrand
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Mask of Memory
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
20%inclusion4 decks20 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Darksteel Plate
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Basilisk Collar
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Chronicle of Victory
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Genji Glove
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
13%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
11%synergy
Meteor Sword
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Vorpal Sword
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Helm of the Host
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Drach'Nyen
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Goldvein Pick
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Celestial Armor
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Kaldra
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Helm of Kaldra
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Robe of Stars
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Heirloom Blade
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Lost Jitte
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Enchantments
Knights' Charge
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
43%synergy
Forge Anew
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
36%synergy
Fighter Class
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
35%synergy
Forging the Tyrite Sword
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Black Market Connections
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
History of Benalia
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Aggravated Assault
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Day of Destiny
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
The Kenriths' Royal Funeral
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Land Tax
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Ghostly Prison
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Sidequest: Catch a Fish
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
All-Out Assault
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
-7%synergy
Planeswalkers
Dihada, Binder of Wills
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Axgard Armory
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Shizo, Death's Storehouse
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Bojuka Bog
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-7%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Arena of Glory
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Vault of the Archangel
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Buried Ruin
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Three Tree City
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Ancient Den
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Vault of Whispers
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Minas Tirith
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Reliquary Tower
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Monumental Henge
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Great Furnace
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Hall of the Bandit Lord
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Urza's Saga
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Command Beacon
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Great Hall of the Citadel
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Castle Locthwain
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Secret Tunnel
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Untaidake, the Cloud Keeper
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
The Black Gate
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Witch's Cottage
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Inventors' Fair
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Castle Embereth
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Hammerheim
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Secluded Starforge
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Midgar, City of Mako
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
79%inclusion23 decks29 decks
-7%synergy
Sol Ring
79%inclusion23 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Talisman of Indulgence
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Boros Signet
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
-11%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
-13%synergy
Orzhov Signet
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-7%synergy
Commander's Sphere
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Rakdos Signet
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-12%synergy
The Irencrag
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Patchwork Banner
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Fellwar Stone
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-18%synergy
Mox Amber
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Thran Dynamo
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Worn Powerstone
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Honor-Worn Shaku
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Paradise Mantle
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Savai Crystal
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Swamp
93%inclusion27 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Mountain
93%inclusion27 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Plains
93%inclusion27 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Command Tower
86%inclusion25 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Tournament Grounds
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
60%synergy
Nomad Outpost
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Sacred Foundry
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Godless Shrine
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Path of Ancestry
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Savai Triome
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Blood Crypt
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Arid Mesa
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Temple of Triumph
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Vault of Champions
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Isolated Chapel
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
-22%synergy
Cavern of Souls
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Spectator Seating
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Marsh Flats
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Exotic Orchard
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
-25%synergy
Sundown Pass
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Dragonskull Summit
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-28%synergy
Battlefield Forge
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-16%synergy
Rugged Prairie
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Fetid Heath
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Unclaimed Territory
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Secluded Courtyard
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Shattered Sanctum
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Smoldering Marsh
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-19%synergy
Luxury Suite
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-14%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Evolving Wilds
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Shattered Landscape
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
-5%synergy
Brightclimb Pathway
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Caves of Koilos
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-26%synergy
Graven Cairns
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Elegant Parlor
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Haunted Ridge
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Temple of Silence
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Fabled Passage
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Badlands
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Drossforge Bridge
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Boros Garrison
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Plateau
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-2%synergy