Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Barnabas Tharmr (Commander) - Upgraded Voltron

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Barnabas Tharmr
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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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Kíli the Resourceful
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
The Lonely Mountain
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Ragged Short Spear
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Bilbo's Gambit
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Wizard's Staff
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Puresteel Paladin
90%inclusion19 decks21 decks
84%synergy
Sunforger
81%inclusion17 decks21 decks
78%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
81%inclusion17 decks21 decks
77%synergy
Shadowspear
76%inclusion16 decks21 decks
72%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
71%inclusion15 decks21 decks
69%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
70%inclusion14 decks20 decks
68%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
71%inclusion15 decks21 decks
67%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
71%inclusion15 decks21 decks
66%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
67%inclusion14 decks21 decks
66%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
71%inclusion15 decks21 decks
64%synergy
Top Cards
Boros Charm
76%inclusion16 decks21 decks
55%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
76%inclusion16 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Dovin's Veto
67%inclusion14 decks21 decks
48%synergy
Fighter Class
67%inclusion14 decks21 decks
63%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
67%inclusion14 decks21 decks
62%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
62%inclusion13 decks21 decks
37%synergy
Generous Gift
62%inclusion13 decks21 decks
42%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
62%inclusion13 decks21 decks
60%synergy
Sword of the Animist
62%inclusion13 decks21 decks
57%synergy
The Reality Chip
62%inclusion13 decks21 decks
58%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
52%inclusion11 decks21 decks
39%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
14%synergy
Farewell
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
4%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
-1%synergy
Creatures
Esper Sentinel
57%inclusion12 decks21 decks
39%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
57%inclusion12 decks21 decks
51%synergy
Lizard Blades
57%inclusion12 decks21 decks
56%synergy
Lion Sash
43%inclusion9 decks21 decks
41%synergy
Witch Enchanter
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
27%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
20%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
25%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
16%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
23%synergy
The Mighty Thor, Jane Foster
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
23%synergy
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
20%synergy
Mother of Runes
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
20%synergy
Urza, Lord High Artificer
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
19%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
20%inclusion4 decks20 decks
19%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
20%inclusion4 decks20 decks
19%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
17%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
19%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
18%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
17%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
16%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
16%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Foundry Inspector
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Goblin Engineer
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
13%synergy
Starfield Shepherd
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
10%synergy
Invisible Stalker
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Pippin, Guard of the Citadel
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Serra Ascendant
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
1%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
5%synergy
Phelia, Exuberant Shepherd
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Etched Champion
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
5%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
4%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
-3%synergy
Balan, Wandering Knight
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Clever Impersonator
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
6%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Shuri, Wakandan Inventor
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Loki, God of Mischief
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Thorin, Mountain-king
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Instants
An Offer You Can't Refuse
57%inclusion12 decks21 decks
36%synergy
Legion Leadership
52%inclusion11 decks21 decks
46%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
43%inclusion9 decks21 decks
41%synergy
Sink into Stupor
38%inclusion8 decks21 decks
28%synergy
Path to Exile
38%inclusion8 decks21 decks
-11%synergy
Counterspell
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
-2%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
25%synergy
Chance for Glory
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
28%synergy
Final Showdown
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
27%synergy
Wear // Tear
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
22%synergy
Stubborn Denial
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
22%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
22%synergy
Swan Song
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
5%synergy
Arcane Denial
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Deflecting Swat
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
10%synergy
Chaos Warp
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
-3%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Mana Drain
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Slip Out the Back
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
17%synergy
Bolt Bend
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
17%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
17%synergy
Get Lost
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
13%synergy
Invert Polarity
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
12%synergy
Great Train Heist
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
12%synergy
Inventory Management
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
12%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
11%synergy
Valakut Awakening
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
11%synergy
Comeuppance
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Absorb
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Dispatch
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
-5%synergy
Tithe
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Negate
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
-6%synergy
Fateful Absence
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Dawn's Truce
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
3%synergy
Render Silent
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Disruption Protocol
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Take the Bait
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Angel's Grace
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Unexplained Absence
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Savage Beating
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Permission Denied
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
1%synergy
Magnetic Theft
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Akroma's Will
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
-3%synergy
Scour for Scrap
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
2%synergy
Redirect Lightning
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
1%synergy
Restoration Magic
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Open the Armory
57%inclusion12 decks21 decks
52%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
20%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
15%synergy
Winds of Abandon
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
13%synergy
Lórien Revealed
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
12%synergy
World at War
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Fabricate
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
2%synergy
Blasphemous Act
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
-13%synergy
Capture of Jingzhou
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Time Warp
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Soul Immolation
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
The Key to the Vault
57%inclusion12 decks21 decks
55%synergy
Colossus Hammer
57%inclusion12 decks21 decks
52%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
57%inclusion12 decks21 decks
55%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
52%inclusion11 decks21 decks
49%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
48%inclusion10 decks21 decks
47%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
43%inclusion9 decks21 decks
41%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
43%inclusion9 decks21 decks
41%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
38%inclusion8 decks21 decks
37%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
38%inclusion8 decks21 decks
36%synergy
Skullclamp
38%inclusion8 decks21 decks
28%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
38%inclusion8 decks21 decks
37%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
38%inclusion8 decks21 decks
33%synergy
Mjölnir, Hammer of Thor
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
31%synergy
Genji Glove
35%inclusion7 decks20 decks
33%synergy
Thran Power Suit
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
32%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
33%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
32%synergy
Basilisk Collar
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
28%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
32%synergy
Buster Sword
30%inclusion6 decks20 decks
27%synergy
Robe of Stars
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
27%synergy
Leyline Axe
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
25%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
26%synergy
Winged Boots
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
26%synergy
Mask of Memory
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
28%synergy
Nettlecyst
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
22%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
19%synergy
Lost Jitte
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
23%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
21%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
22%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
19%synergy
Assimilation Aegis
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
18%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
16%synergy
Helm of the Host
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
14%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
19%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
17%synergy
Swordsman's Steel
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
17%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
14%synergy
Batterbone
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
14%synergy
Mithril Coat
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Cori-Steel Cutter
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
10%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
14%synergy
Argentum Armor
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
13%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
9%synergy
Team Pennant
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Prying Blade
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
43%inclusion9 decks21 decks
39%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
-4%synergy
Aggravated Assault
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
12%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
12%synergy
Storm the Vault
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Maximum Carnage
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Super State
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
1%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Otawara, Soaring City
57%inclusion12 decks21 decks
44%synergy
Academy Ruins
52%inclusion11 decks21 decks
45%synergy
Urza's Saga
48%inclusion10 decks21 decks
40%synergy
Ancient Den
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
20%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
29%synergy
Archway of Innovation
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
28%synergy
Rogue's Passage
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
14%synergy
Seat of the Synod
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
15%synergy
Great Furnace
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
16%synergy
Arena of Glory
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
15%synergy
Inventors' Fair
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
12%synergy
Mistveil Plains
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
18%synergy
Axgard Armory
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
17%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
12%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
12%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
13%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
10%synergy
Reliquary Tower
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
-19%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
9%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Monumental Henge
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Uthros, Titanic Godcore
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
-3%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
0%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
86%inclusion18 decks21 decks
-3%synergy
Arcane Signet
76%inclusion16 decks21 decks
-12%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
62%inclusion13 decks21 decks
19%synergy
Talisman of Progress
57%inclusion12 decks21 decks
13%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
57%inclusion12 decks21 decks
16%synergy
The Aetherspark
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
22%synergy
Fellwar Stone
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
-8%synergy
Mox Opal
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Boros Signet
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
-17%synergy
The Irencrag
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Azorius Signet
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
-20%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion21 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Mountain
95%inclusion20 decks21 decks
1%synergy
Island
95%inclusion20 decks21 decks
-0%synergy
Plains
95%inclusion20 decks21 decks
0%synergy
Steam Vents
86%inclusion18 decks21 decks
44%synergy
Sacred Foundry
86%inclusion18 decks21 decks
44%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
81%inclusion17 decks21 decks
39%synergy
Arid Mesa
71%inclusion15 decks21 decks
44%synergy
Spectator Seating
71%inclusion15 decks21 decks
42%synergy
Flooded Strand
71%inclusion15 decks21 decks
42%synergy
Sea of Clouds
62%inclusion13 decks21 decks
32%synergy
Scalding Tarn
62%inclusion13 decks21 decks
35%synergy
Exotic Orchard
57%inclusion12 decks21 decks
-5%synergy
Raugrin Triome
57%inclusion12 decks21 decks
21%synergy
Training Center
57%inclusion12 decks21 decks
27%synergy
Battlefield Forge
52%inclusion11 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Legion Leadership
52%inclusion11 decks21 decks
46%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
48%inclusion10 decks21 decks
10%synergy
Sundown Pass
43%inclusion9 decks21 decks
22%synergy
Sink into Stupor
38%inclusion8 decks21 decks
28%synergy
Meticulous Archive
38%inclusion8 decks21 decks
29%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
38%inclusion8 decks21 decks
-15%synergy
Deserted Beach
38%inclusion8 decks21 decks
16%synergy
Glacial Fortress
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
-23%synergy
Witch Enchanter
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
27%synergy
Shivan Reef
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
-9%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
10%synergy
Rugged Prairie
33%inclusion7 decks21 decks
9%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
22%synergy
Sulfur Falls
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
-26%synergy
Elegant Parlor
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
21%synergy
Mystic Gate
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
17%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
23%synergy
Spire of Industry
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
11%synergy
Mystic Monastery
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
-34%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
16%synergy
Thundering Falls
24%inclusion5 decks21 decks
15%synergy
Misty Rainforest
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
13%synergy
Wooded Foothills
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
13%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
14%synergy
Marsh Flats
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
13%synergy
Polluted Delta
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
12%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
-6%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
10%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
13%synergy
Turbulent Springs
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Turbulent Steppe
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Fabled Passage
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
6%synergy
Windswept Heath
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
9%synergy
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