Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Mondo Gecko, Esquire (Commander) - Expensive Upgraded

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Mondo Gecko, Esquire
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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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The Lonely Mountain
100%inclusion1 decks1 decks
84%synergy
Kíli the Resourceful
100%inclusion1 decks1 decks
78%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
89%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
78%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
76%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
68%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
65%synergy
Urza's Saga
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
65%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
63%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
60%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
60%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
59%synergy
Top Cards
Boros Charm
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
41%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
57%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
58%synergy
Esper Sentinel
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
38%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
51%synergy
Shadowspear
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
53%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
-4%synergy
Open the Armory
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
50%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
57%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Smothering Tithe
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
31%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Jeska's Will
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Ancient Tomb
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
30%synergy
The One Ring
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Mana Vault
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Creatures
Armored Skyhunter
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
46%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
39%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
40%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
43%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Lizard Blades
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
30%synergy
Jack of Hearts, Volatile Hero
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Captain America, Liberator
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Leonin Abunas
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Serra Ascendant
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Bastion Protector
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Grand Abolisher
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Ravenous Robots
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Sami, Wildcat Captain
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Witch Enchanter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-1%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-1%synergy
Valduk, Keeper of the Flame
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Foundry Inspector
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Eivor, Battle-Ready
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Armory Paladin
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Heartfire Hero
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Giver of Runes
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Lion Sash
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Mother of Runes
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Gisela, Blade of Goldnight
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Selfless Spirit
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Soltari Visionary
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Tiana, Ship's Caretaker
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Leonin Shikari
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Karn, Legacy Reforged
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Quicksmith Genius
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Rabbit Battery
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Deflecting Swat
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Legion Leadership
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Reprieve
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
28%synergy
Generous Gift
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Dawn's Truce
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Unleash Fury
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Path to Exile
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-32%synergy
Deflecting Palm
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Akroma's Will
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
13%synergy
Valakut Awakening
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
The Last Agni Kai
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Comeuppance
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Patrician's Scorn
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Dispatch
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-1%synergy
Loran's Escape
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Valorous Stance
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Soul Partition
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Return to Dust
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Chance for Glory
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Wild Magic Surge
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Raze the Effigy
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Wear // Tear
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-6%synergy
Ride Down
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Calamity's Wake
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Dawn Charm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Great Train Heist
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Inventory Management
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Demand Answers
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Bolt Bend
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Excise the Imperfect
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Fists of Flame
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Glorious End
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Olórin's Searing Light
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Bottle-Cap Blast
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Crush Contraband
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
March of Otherworldly Light
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Bulk Up
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Sorceries
Seize the Day
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Single Combat
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Winds of Rath
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Honor
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Cathartic Reunion
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Open the Vaults
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Wrath of God
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Faithless Looting
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-5%synergy
Crash Through
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Blasphemous Act
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-21%synergy
Grab the Prize
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Slash the Ranks
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Thrilling Discovery
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Rip Apart
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Search for Glory
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Swordsman's Steel
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
64%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
58%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
54%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
40%synergy
Thran Power Suit
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
45%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
44%synergy
Commander's Plate
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
44%synergy
Sunforger
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Sword of the Animist
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Buster Sword
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
42%synergy
Mjölnir, Hammer of Thor
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
43%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
31%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Bilbo's Ring
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Basilisk Collar
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Experimental Armor
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Iron Man Armor
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Nettlecyst
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Batterbone
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Mithril Coat
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Robe of Stars
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Leyline Axe
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Inspiring Statuary
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Resurrection Orb
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Argentum Armor
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
16%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Captain America's Shield
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Genji Glove
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
7%synergy
The Dominion Bracelet
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Doc Ock's Tentacles
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Zephyr Boots
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Team Pennant
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Chainsaw
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Celestial Armor
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
O-Naginata
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Prowler's Helm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Enchantments
Fighter Class
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
40%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Spirit Mantle
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
34%synergy
All That Glitters
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
31%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
29%synergy
Super State
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Gift of Immortality
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Hyena Umbra
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Idolized
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
LAND TAX
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Ghostly Prison
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
16%synergy
On Serra's Wings
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
The Sound of Drums
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Reconnaissance
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Flickering Ward
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Forging the Tyrite Sword
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Gratuitous Violence
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Angelic Destiny
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Timely Ward
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Michiko's Reign of Truth
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Faith Unbroken
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Guild Artisan
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Feather of Flight
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Karn, the Great Creator
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
30%synergy
Arena of Glory
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
41%synergy
Inventors' Fair
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
28%synergy
Axgard Armory
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
30%synergy
Ancient Den
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Witch's Clinic
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Buried Ruin
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
17%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Monumental Henge
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Great Furnace
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Boseiju, Who Shelters All
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Cathedral of War
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Fomori Vault
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Minas Tirith
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-0%synergy
Command Beacon
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
RELIQUARY TOWER
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-6%synergy
Homeward Path
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Temple of the False God
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Sol Ring
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Boros Signet
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-11%synergy
Mox Amber
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Fellwar Stone
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Thought Vessel
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Mox Opal
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Arc Reactor
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
The Aetherspark
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Relic of Legends
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
The Irencrag
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Paradise Mantle
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Sacred Foundry
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
40%synergy
Sundown Pass
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
48%synergy
Arid Mesa
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
59%synergy
Plateau
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
75%synergy
Spectator Seating
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
48%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Battlefield Forge
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Elegant Parlor
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
42%synergy
Rugged Prairie
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Temple of Triumph
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Legion Leadership
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Radiant Summit
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
3%synergy
Prismatic Vista
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-19%synergy
Boros Garrison
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-10%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
13%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Valakut Awakening
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Turbulent Steppe
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
3%synergy
Glittering Massif
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
5%synergy
Witch Enchanter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-1%synergy
Windswept Heath
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Ash Barrens
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Wooded Foothills
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Reflecting Pool
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Scene of the Crime
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Scalding Tarn
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Marsh Flats
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Flooded Strand
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Flagstones of Trokair
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
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