Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist (Commander)

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
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Bennie Smith
Mar 16, 2026
Bennie Smith
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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9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
62%inclusion39 decks63 decks
57%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
71%inclusion45 decks63 decks
57%synergy
Open the Armory
67%inclusion42 decks63 decks
54%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
60%inclusion38 decks63 decks
50%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
56%inclusion35 decks63 decks
49%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
52%inclusion33 decks63 decks
47%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
56%inclusion35 decks63 decks
47%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
57%inclusion36 decks63 decks
45%synergy
Basilisk Collar
52%inclusion33 decks63 decks
45%synergy
All That Glitters
52%inclusion33 decks63 decks
41%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
62%inclusion39 decks63 decks
26%synergy
Path to Exile
60%inclusion38 decks63 decks
-7%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
60%inclusion38 decks63 decks
-15%synergy
Sword of the Animist
48%inclusion30 decks63 decks
29%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
46%inclusion29 decks63 decks
36%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
44%inclusion28 decks63 decks
36%synergy
Commander's Plate
44%inclusion28 decks63 decks
32%synergy
Argentum Armor
43%inclusion27 decks63 decks
40%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
43%inclusion27 decks63 decks
37%synergy
Foundry Inspector
41%inclusion26 decks63 decks
36%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
35%inclusion22 decks63 decks
12%synergy
Smothering Tithe
24%inclusion15 decks63 decks
-6%synergy
Teferi's Protection
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
-16%synergy
Farewell
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
-14%synergy
Creatures
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
33%inclusion21 decks63 decks
31%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
32%inclusion20 decks63 decks
29%synergy
Starnheim Courser
30%inclusion19 decks63 decks
25%synergy
Sun Titan
30%inclusion19 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Esper Sentinel
29%inclusion18 decks63 decks
-5%synergy
Stone Haven Outfitter
27%inclusion17 decks63 decks
26%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
27%inclusion17 decks63 decks
23%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
24%inclusion15 decks63 decks
20%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
19%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
19%synergy
Kor Duelist
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
20%synergy
Leonin Abunas
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
17%synergy
Giver of Runes
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Balan, Wandering Knight
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
18%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
0%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Kor Cartographer
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Kor Spiritdancer
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Taj-Nar Swordsmith
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Armament Master
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
14%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
-4%synergy
Kor Sanctifiers
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Brass Squire
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Kor Outfitter
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
12%synergy
Kitesail Apprentice
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Leonin Shikari
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
-16%synergy
Grand Abolisher
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
-8%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Heliod's Pilgrim
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Relic Seeker
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Lion Sash
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Thunderous Orator
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Ondu Spiritdancer
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Cliff Threader
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Marsh Threader
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
-15%synergy
Kor Hookmaster
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Mesa Enchantress
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
2%synergy
Cliffside Rescuer
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Dawnglare Invoker
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Stone Haven Pilgrim
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Kor Blademaster
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Emeria Shepherd
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
-7%synergy
Serra Ascendant
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
-7%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
33%inclusion21 decks63 decks
-9%synergy
Dispatch
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
18%synergy
Disenchant
24%inclusion15 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Reprieve
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
0%synergy
Dawn Charm
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
12%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
-7%synergy
Return to Dust
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Mana Tithe
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
-2%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
-17%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
-4%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Angel's Grace
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
2%synergy
Sorceries
Divine Reckoning
24%inclusion15 decks63 decks
20%synergy
Wrath of God
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Single Combat
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Austere Command
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
-13%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Cut a Deal
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
-2%synergy
Gift of Estates
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Winds of Rath
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Unfinished Business
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
-4%synergy
Nomads' Assembly
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Retether
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Mask of Memory
40%inclusion25 decks63 decks
32%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
38%inclusion24 decks63 decks
34%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
37%inclusion23 decks63 decks
34%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
37%inclusion23 decks63 decks
30%synergy
Shadowspear
35%inclusion22 decks63 decks
25%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
35%inclusion22 decks63 decks
30%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
33%inclusion21 decks63 decks
31%synergy
Mithril Coat
33%inclusion21 decks63 decks
26%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
32%inclusion20 decks63 decks
27%synergy
Nettlecyst
30%inclusion19 decks63 decks
27%synergy
Pearl Medallion
30%inclusion19 decks63 decks
-30%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
30%inclusion19 decks63 decks
27%synergy
Leyline Axe
29%inclusion16 decks55 decks
26%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
29%inclusion18 decks63 decks
25%synergy
Plate Armor
27%inclusion17 decks63 decks
26%synergy
Thran Power Suit
27%inclusion17 decks63 decks
22%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
27%inclusion17 decks63 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
27%inclusion17 decks63 decks
25%synergy
Genji Glove
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
20%synergy
Celestial Armor
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
22%synergy
Explorer's Scope
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
23%synergy
Fireshrieker
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
23%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
23%inclusion14 decks62 decks
19%synergy
Darksteel Plate
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
19%synergy
Buster Sword
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
14%synergy
Champion's Helm
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
18%synergy
Lightning Greaves
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
-7%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
17%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
17%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
-7%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
13%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
12%synergy
Helm of the Host
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Robe of Stars
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Hours
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
12%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
13%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
13%inclusion8 decks62 decks
9%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
11%inclusion7 decks62 decks
3%synergy
Skullclamp
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
-5%synergy
Captain's Claws
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Hero's Blade
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Quietus Spike
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Grappling Hook
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
30%inclusion19 decks63 decks
24%synergy
Land Tax
30%inclusion19 decks63 decks
-2%synergy
Spirit Mantle
27%inclusion17 decks63 decks
20%synergy
Armored Ascension
27%inclusion17 decks63 decks
21%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
16%synergy
Ghostly Prison
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Timely Ward
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Super State
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Hyena Umbra
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
14%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
2%synergy
With Great Power . . .
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Ethereal Armor
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
-5%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
12%synergy
Blind Obedience
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Light of Promise
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Angelic Gift
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Brave the Sands
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Angelic Destiny
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Daybreak Coronet
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
2%synergy
Felidar Umbra
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Pacifism
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Benevolent Blessing
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Sage's Reverie
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
1%synergy
Retreat to Emeria
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Celestial Mantle
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Guildscorn Ward
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Banishing Light
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
0%synergy
Songbirds' Blessing
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Rule of Law
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Pariah
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
-1%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
-6%synergy
Battle Mastery
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
1%synergy
Spirit Link
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
2%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
-8%synergy
Oblivion Ring
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
35%inclusion22 decks63 decks
34%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
40%inclusion25 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Temple of the False God
24%inclusion15 decks63 decks
12%synergy
Buried Ruin
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Reliquary Tower
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
-3%synergy
Inventors' Fair
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
12%synergy
Ancient Den
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
12%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
-21%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
-18%synergy
War Room
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
-23%synergy
Kor Haven
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Urza's Mine
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Urza's Saga
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
-1%synergy
Urza's Tower
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Secluded Steppe
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
-3%synergy
Urza's Power Plant
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Monumental Henge
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
-4%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
0%synergy
Roadside Reliquary
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Maze of Ith
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
0%synergy
Minas Tirith
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
-21%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
-12%synergy
Command Beacon
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
-1%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
-3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
78%inclusion49 decks63 decks
-6%synergy
Arcane Signet
44%inclusion28 decks63 decks
-13%synergy
Mind Stone
33%inclusion21 decks63 decks
6%synergy
The Aetherspark
19%inclusion10 decks52 decks
16%synergy
Thought Vessel
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Marble Diamond
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
-1%synergy
Thran Dynamo
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Commander's Sphere
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
-6%synergy
Extraplanar Lens
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Gauntlet of Power
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Fellwar Stone
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
-1%synergy
Worn Powerstone
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Plains
95%inclusion60 decks63 decks
2%synergy
Myriad Landscape
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
-9%synergy
Command Tower
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Path of Ancestry
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
-5%synergy
Evolving Wilds
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
-4%synergy
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