Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Barnabas Tharmr (Commander)

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
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Turbulent Springs
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
3%synergy
Turbulent Steppe
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Thorin, Mountain-king
4.8%inclusion1 decks21 decks
5%synergy
Flashback
4.1%inclusion2 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Erode
2.0%inclusion1 decks49 decks
-1%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Puresteel Paladin
64%inclusion323 decks508 decks
57%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
62%inclusion313 decks508 decks
57%synergy
Colossus Hammer
61%inclusion308 decks508 decks
56%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
60%inclusion304 decks508 decks
55%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
50%inclusion253 decks508 decks
49%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
51%inclusion258 decks508 decks
45%synergy
The Reality Chip
49%inclusion248 decks508 decks
45%synergy
Sunforger
45%inclusion231 decks508 decks
42%synergy
Open the Armory
47%inclusion241 decks508 decks
42%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
47%inclusion238 decks508 decks
42%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
68%inclusion345 decks508 decks
0%synergy
Esper Sentinel
50%inclusion256 decks508 decks
31%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
47%inclusion237 decks508 decks
22%synergy
Fighter Class
45%inclusion227 decks508 decks
41%synergy
Helm of the Host
44%inclusion225 decks508 decks
39%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
43%inclusion218 decks508 decks
36%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
42%inclusion211 decks508 decks
39%synergy
Sword of the Animist
41%inclusion209 decks508 decks
36%synergy
Path to Exile
41%inclusion208 decks508 decks
-8%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
40%inclusion123 decks311 decks
37%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
41%inclusion210 decks508 decks
26%synergy
Rhystic Study
33%inclusion166 decks508 decks
14%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
32%inclusion161 decks508 decks
17%synergy
Ancient Tomb
28%inclusion144 decks508 decks
21%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
27%inclusion139 decks508 decks
11%synergy
Smothering Tithe
24%inclusion122 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Mana Vault
21%inclusion106 decks508 decks
16%synergy
Force of Will
20%inclusion102 decks508 decks
14%synergy
Teferi's Protection
20%inclusion100 decks508 decks
6%synergy
The One Ring
19%inclusion99 decks508 decks
12%synergy
Creatures
Godo, Bandit Warlord
38%inclusion194 decks508 decks
37%synergy
Lizard Blades
31%inclusion155 decks508 decks
29%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
30%inclusion151 decks508 decks
26%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
27%inclusion135 decks508 decks
22%synergy
Lion Sash
25%inclusion129 decks508 decks
24%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
21%inclusion107 decks508 decks
12%synergy
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
21%inclusion105 decks508 decks
17%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
20%inclusion102 decks508 decks
7%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
19%inclusion97 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
19%inclusion97 decks508 decks
19%synergy
Grand Abolisher
19%inclusion97 decks508 decks
12%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
19%inclusion97 decks508 decks
16%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
19%inclusion97 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
19%inclusion95 decks508 decks
16%synergy
Witch Enchanter
18%inclusion92 decks507 decks
11%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
18%inclusion90 decks508 decks
15%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
16%inclusion81 decks508 decks
13%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
15%inclusion75 decks508 decks
9%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
15%inclusion75 decks508 decks
12%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
15%inclusion75 decks508 decks
12%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
14%inclusion70 decks508 decks
13%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
14%inclusion69 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
14%inclusion69 decks508 decks
12%synergy
Voice of Victory
13%inclusion46 decks342 decks
9%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
13%inclusion67 decks508 decks
4%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
13%inclusion65 decks508 decks
12%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
13%inclusion65 decks508 decks
11%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
12%inclusion63 decks508 decks
12%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
12%inclusion57 decks488 decks
9%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
12%inclusion55 decks477 decks
6%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
11%inclusion56 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Goblin Engineer
10%inclusion51 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
10%inclusion51 decks508 decks
9%synergy
Serra Ascendant
10%inclusion50 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
10%inclusion50 decks508 decks
7%synergy
Shimmer Dragon
10%inclusion50 decks508 decks
9%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
9.4%inclusion48 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
9.4%inclusion48 decks508 decks
1%synergy
Trophy Mage
9.3%inclusion47 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
9.1%inclusion16 decks176 decks
7%synergy
Mother of Runes
9.1%inclusion46 decks508 decks
5%synergy
Mockingbird
8.8%inclusion42 decks478 decks
6%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
8.4%inclusion26 decks311 decks
8%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
8.3%inclusion11 decks132 decks
4%synergy
Foundry Inspector
8.3%inclusion42 decks508 decks
1%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
7.7%inclusion39 decks508 decks
3%synergy
Loyal Retainers
7.7%inclusion39 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Sun Titan
7.5%inclusion38 decks508 decks
2%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
7.4%inclusion23 decks311 decks
7%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
7.3%inclusion37 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Boros Charm
38%inclusion194 decks508 decks
17%synergy
Dovin's Veto
38%inclusion193 decks508 decks
19%synergy
Deflecting Swat
38%inclusion191 decks508 decks
24%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
37%inclusion190 decks508 decks
17%synergy
Generous Gift
30%inclusion152 decks508 decks
9%synergy
Swan Song
29%inclusion146 decks508 decks
11%synergy
Counterspell
25%inclusion128 decks508 decks
-10%synergy
Silence
25%inclusion127 decks508 decks
19%synergy
Sink into Stupor
20%inclusion101 decks507 decks
10%synergy
Legion Leadership
20%inclusion99 decks506 decks
13%synergy
Flusterstorm
19%inclusion95 decks508 decks
14%synergy
Chaos Warp
18%inclusion93 decks508 decks
-4%synergy
Mystical Tutor
18%inclusion93 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Force of Negation
18%inclusion92 decks508 decks
13%synergy
Mana Drain
18%inclusion89 decks508 decks
7%synergy
Dispatch
17%inclusion86 decks508 decks
3%synergy
Arcane Denial
17%inclusion84 decks508 decks
0%synergy
Mental Misstep
16%inclusion82 decks508 decks
13%synergy
Mindbreak Trap
16%inclusion82 decks508 decks
13%synergy
Intuition
15%inclusion76 decks508 decks
12%synergy
Brain Freeze
14%inclusion72 decks508 decks
10%synergy
Pact of Negation
14%inclusion72 decks508 decks
10%synergy
Wear // Tear
13%inclusion66 decks508 decks
7%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
12%inclusion61 decks508 decks
9%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
12%inclusion61 decks508 decks
3%synergy
Deflecting Palm
11%inclusion56 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Inventory Management
11%inclusion56 decks508 decks
9%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
11%inclusion55 decks508 decks
-1%synergy
Stubborn Denial
11%inclusion54 decks508 decks
9%synergy
Negate
10%inclusion51 decks508 decks
-6%synergy
Render Silent
10%inclusion51 decks508 decks
9%synergy
Final Showdown
10%inclusion49 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Valakut Awakening
10%inclusion49 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Chain of Vapor
9.3%inclusion47 decks508 decks
7%synergy
Abrade
8.7%inclusion44 decks508 decks
2%synergy
Invert Polarity
8.5%inclusion43 decks504 decks
6%synergy
Dispel
8.5%inclusion43 decks508 decks
7%synergy
Counterflux
8.5%inclusion43 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Take the Bait
8.1%inclusion41 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Pyroblast
8.1%inclusion41 decks508 decks
5%synergy
Final Fortune
7.9%inclusion40 decks508 decks
7%synergy
Bolt Bend
7.9%inclusion40 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Delay
7.5%inclusion38 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Dawn's Truce
6.9%inclusion33 decks479 decks
0%synergy
Angel's Grace
6.7%inclusion34 decks508 decks
5%synergy
Brainstorm
6.7%inclusion34 decks508 decks
-13%synergy
Akroma's Will
6.7%inclusion34 decks508 decks
-6%synergy
Into the Flood Maw
6.7%inclusion32 decks479 decks
4%synergy
Comeuppance
6.3%inclusion32 decks508 decks
5%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
6.3%inclusion32 decks508 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Sevinne's Reclamation
39%inclusion199 decks508 decks
31%synergy
Blasphemous Act
21%inclusion105 decks508 decks
-2%synergy
Gamble
19%inclusion95 decks508 decks
12%synergy
Jeska's Will
18%inclusion92 decks508 decks
5%synergy
Fabricate
10%inclusion53 decks508 decks
3%synergy
Rite of Flame
10%inclusion50 decks508 decks
7%synergy
Farewell
9.4%inclusion48 decks508 decks
-4%synergy
Winds of Abandon
9.3%inclusion47 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Austere Command
8.9%inclusion45 decks508 decks
-2%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
8.1%inclusion41 decks508 decks
5%synergy
Supreme Verdict
7.1%inclusion36 decks508 decks
-6%synergy
Disrupt Decorum
7.1%inclusion36 decks508 decks
5%synergy
Transmute Artifact
6.5%inclusion33 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Sundering Eruption
6.1%inclusion31 decks507 decks
3%synergy
Anchor to Reality
5.5%inclusion28 decks508 decks
5%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
5.5%inclusion28 decks508 decks
2%synergy
Vandalblast
5.1%inclusion26 decks508 decks
-4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Skullclamp
39%inclusion198 decks508 decks
28%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
38%inclusion191 decks508 decks
36%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
37%inclusion187 decks508 decks
35%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
36%inclusion183 decks508 decks
32%synergy
The Key to the Vault
36%inclusion181 decks508 decks
33%synergy
Shadowspear
35%inclusion180 decks508 decks
31%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
33%inclusion170 decks508 decks
31%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
32%inclusion161 decks508 decks
30%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
26%inclusion133 decks508 decks
21%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
26%inclusion133 decks508 decks
24%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
25%inclusion129 decks508 decks
25%synergy
Nettlecyst
23%inclusion117 decks508 decks
21%synergy
Buster Sword
23%inclusion70 decks306 decks
20%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
22%inclusion83 decks383 decks
20%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
22%inclusion110 decks508 decks
18%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
20%inclusion98 decks489 decks
15%synergy
Argentum Armor
20%inclusion100 decks508 decks
17%synergy
Mask of Memory
20%inclusion100 decks508 decks
19%synergy
Leyline Axe
18%inclusion77 decks424 decks
15%synergy
Genji Glove
18%inclusion53 decks294 decks
16%synergy
Thran Power Suit
18%inclusion91 decks508 decks
16%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
17%inclusion87 decks508 decks
15%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
16%inclusion83 decks508 decks
15%synergy
Mithril Coat
16%inclusion83 decks508 decks
10%synergy
Lightning Greaves
16%inclusion83 decks508 decks
-8%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
16%inclusion83 decks508 decks
15%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
16%inclusion82 decks508 decks
15%synergy
Assault Suit
16%inclusion81 decks508 decks
15%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
15%inclusion77 decks508 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
15%inclusion74 decks508 decks
13%synergy
Bloodthirsty Blade
14%inclusion70 decks508 decks
13%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
13%inclusion68 decks508 decks
13%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
13%inclusion66 decks508 decks
12%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
13%inclusion43 decks334 decks
11%synergy
Basilisk Collar
12%inclusion61 decks508 decks
7%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
11%inclusion56 decks488 decks
9%synergy
Commander's Plate
11%inclusion58 decks508 decks
9%synergy
Robe of Stars
11%inclusion57 decks508 decks
10%synergy
Assimilation Aegis
10%inclusion51 decks508 decks
9%synergy
Champion's Helm
10%inclusion51 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
10%inclusion50 decks508 decks
9%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
10%inclusion49 decks508 decks
9%synergy
Embercleave
9.4%inclusion48 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
9.4%inclusion48 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
9.1%inclusion46 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Batterskull
9.1%inclusion46 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
9.1%inclusion46 decks508 decks
5%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
9.0%inclusion44 decks489 decks
6%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
8.9%inclusion27 decks304 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
8.5%inclusion43 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Sigarda's Aid
37%inclusion190 decks508 decks
32%synergy
Forge Anew
32%inclusion163 decks508 decks
28%synergy
Mystic Remora
31%inclusion158 decks508 decks
19%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
16%inclusion83 decks508 decks
-7%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
15%inclusion78 decks508 decks
14%synergy
Underworld Breach
15%inclusion75 decks508 decks
9%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
11%inclusion58 decks508 decks
10%synergy
Shiny Impetus
11%inclusion54 decks508 decks
9%synergy
All That Glitters
10%inclusion50 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Redemption Arc
8.7%inclusion44 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Blind Obedience
8.5%inclusion43 decks508 decks
7%synergy
Ghostly Prison
8.5%inclusion43 decks508 decks
-3%synergy
Propaganda
8.3%inclusion42 decks508 decks
-3%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
7.9%inclusion40 decks508 decks
5%synergy
Curse of Opulence
6.9%inclusion35 decks508 decks
3%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
6.7%inclusion34 decks508 decks
4%synergy
Aggravated Assault
6.3%inclusion32 decks508 decks
4%synergy
Psychic Impetus
6.3%inclusion32 decks508 decks
6%synergy
The Sound of Drums
5.9%inclusion30 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Storm the Vault
5.7%inclusion29 decks508 decks
3%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
5.3%inclusion27 decks508 decks
3%synergy
Mirrormade
5.3%inclusion27 decks508 decks
3%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
5.2%inclusion25 decks477 decks
4%synergy
Martial Impetus
5.1%inclusion26 decks508 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Lukka, Coppercoat Outcast
7.3%inclusion37 decks508 decks
7%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
6.4%inclusion18 decks281 decks
1%synergy
Utility Lands
Urza's Saga
39%inclusion199 decks508 decks
31%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
37%inclusion187 decks508 decks
24%synergy
Academy Ruins
24%inclusion121 decks508 decks
16%synergy
Rogue's Passage
22%inclusion111 decks508 decks
2%synergy
Reliquary Tower
17%inclusion84 decks508 decks
-17%synergy
Buried Ruin
16%inclusion80 decks508 decks
4%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
15%inclusion77 decks508 decks
11%synergy
Axgard Armory
15%inclusion77 decks508 decks
13%synergy
Inventors' Fair
15%inclusion75 decks508 decks
7%synergy
Seat of the Synod
12%inclusion60 decks508 decks
-1%synergy
Ancient Den
11%inclusion58 decks508 decks
-1%synergy
Archway of Innovation
11%inclusion57 decks501 decks
6%synergy
Great Furnace
11%inclusion55 decks508 decks
-2%synergy
Mistveil Plains
10%inclusion52 decks508 decks
10%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
8.1%inclusion41 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
7.9%inclusion40 decks508 decks
5%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
7.7%inclusion39 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Mistrise Village
7.1%inclusion24 decks340 decks
0%synergy
Arena of Glory
6.6%inclusion33 decks501 decks
3%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
6.1%inclusion31 decks508 decks
5%synergy
Monumental Henge
5.4%inclusion27 decks504 decks
3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
90%inclusion455 decks508 decks
0%synergy
Arcane Signet
81%inclusion412 decks508 decks
-7%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
47%inclusion237 decks508 decks
5%synergy
Talisman of Progress
46%inclusion233 decks508 decks
1%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
45%inclusion227 decks508 decks
1%synergy
Fellwar Stone
42%inclusion213 decks508 decks
10%synergy
Mox Opal
27%inclusion137 decks508 decks
21%synergy
Boros Signet
27%inclusion135 decks508 decks
-2%synergy
Azorius Signet
24%inclusion121 decks508 decks
-8%synergy
Izzet Signet
21%inclusion108 decks508 decks
-10%synergy
Lotus Petal
21%inclusion107 decks508 decks
14%synergy
Chrome Mox
19%inclusion95 decks508 decks
14%synergy
Mox Diamond
17%inclusion86 decks508 decks
13%synergy
Lion's Eye Diamond
13%inclusion64 decks508 decks
10%synergy
Mox Amber
12%inclusion62 decks508 decks
8%synergy
The Aetherspark
10%inclusion40 decks384 decks
8%synergy
Thought Vessel
9.1%inclusion46 decks508 decks
-14%synergy
The Irencrag
8.1%inclusion41 decks508 decks
8%synergy
Grim Monolith
7.9%inclusion40 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Mind Stone
7.9%inclusion40 decks508 decks
-4%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
91%inclusion462 decks508 decks
-2%synergy
Island
85%inclusion433 decks508 decks
-10%synergy
Plains
85%inclusion431 decks508 decks
-10%synergy
Mountain
82%inclusion415 decks508 decks
-13%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
65%inclusion331 decks508 decks
23%synergy
Exotic Orchard
64%inclusion325 decks508 decks
3%synergy
Steam Vents
62%inclusion317 decks508 decks
22%synergy
Sacred Foundry
62%inclusion316 decks508 decks
21%synergy
Arid Mesa
53%inclusion268 decks508 decks
25%synergy
Flooded Strand
53%inclusion268 decks508 decks
23%synergy
Scalding Tarn
51%inclusion257 decks508 decks
23%synergy
Training Center
50%inclusion253 decks508 decks
19%synergy
Sea of Clouds
49%inclusion247 decks508 decks
18%synergy
Spectator Seating
47%inclusion237 decks508 decks
18%synergy
Battlefield Forge
41%inclusion207 decks508 decks
-2%synergy
Raugrin Triome
39%inclusion200 decks508 decks
3%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
37%inclusion190 decks508 decks
0%synergy
Shivan Reef
36%inclusion185 decks508 decks
-5%synergy
Spire of Industry
36%inclusion185 decks508 decks
23%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
31%inclusion159 decks508 decks
-21%synergy
Glacial Fortress
30%inclusion152 decks508 decks
-25%synergy
Sulfur Falls
29%inclusion146 decks508 decks
-24%synergy
City of Brass
28%inclusion141 decks508 decks
19%synergy
Mana Confluence
27%inclusion138 decks508 decks
19%synergy
Plateau
27%inclusion136 decks508 decks
15%synergy
Tundra
27%inclusion135 decks508 decks
15%synergy
Windswept Heath
26%inclusion134 decks508 decks
20%synergy
Mystic Monastery
26%inclusion133 decks508 decks
-32%synergy
Volcanic Island
26%inclusion132 decks508 decks
15%synergy
Marsh Flats
25%inclusion126 decks508 decks
19%synergy
Deserted Beach
25%inclusion125 decks508 decks
3%synergy
Misty Rainforest
24%inclusion124 decks508 decks
18%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
24%inclusion122 decks508 decks
18%synergy
Polluted Delta
23%inclusion116 decks508 decks
16%synergy
Wooded Foothills
22%inclusion112 decks508 decks
16%synergy
Sundown Pass
21%inclusion109 decks508 decks
2%synergy
Prairie Stream
21%inclusion106 decks508 decks
-18%synergy
Sink into Stupor
20%inclusion101 decks507 decks
10%synergy
Legion Leadership
20%inclusion99 decks506 decks
13%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
19%inclusion98 decks508 decks
-3%synergy
Witch Enchanter
18%inclusion92 decks507 decks
11%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
18%inclusion92 decks508 decks
14%synergy
Rugged Prairie
17%inclusion84 decks508 decks
-7%synergy
Meticulous Archive
15%inclusion77 decks508 decks
6%synergy
Elegant Parlor
15%inclusion75 decks508 decks
7%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
14%inclusion69 decks508 decks
7%synergy
Forbidden Orchard
13%inclusion65 decks508 decks
11%synergy
Perilous Landscape
13%inclusion63 decks501 decks
-6%synergy
Thundering Falls
12%inclusion60 decks508 decks
3%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
11%inclusion58 decks508 decks
-13%synergy