Balan, Wandering Knight (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
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MTGStocks
Erode
4.6%inclusion15 decks329 decks
-3%synergy
The Mind Stone
2.9%inclusion3 decks104 decks
0%synergy
Emeritus of Truce
2.5%inclusion7 decks283 decks
0%synergy
Joined Researchers
2.0%inclusion7 decks350 decks
-1%synergy
Restoration Seminar
0.9%inclusion3 decks329 decks
-1%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
84%inclusion3.13K decks3.73K decks
79%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
87%inclusion3.24K decks3.73K decks
76%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
84%inclusion3.13K decks3.73K decks
69%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
73%inclusion2.72K decks3.73K decks
67%synergy
Open the Armory
75%inclusion2.78K decks3.73K decks
62%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
65%inclusion2.41K decks3.73K decks
59%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
64%inclusion2.37K decks3.73K decks
59%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
67%inclusion2.50K decks3.73K decks
58%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
70%inclusion2.61K decks3.73K decks
58%synergy
Thran Power Suit
62%inclusion2.31K decks3.73K decks
57%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
80%inclusion3K decks3.73K decks
44%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
79%inclusion2.94K decks3.73K decks
4%synergy
Path to Exile
69%inclusion2.59K decks3.73K decks
2%synergy
Sword of the Animist
64%inclusion2.38K decks3.73K decks
45%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
60%inclusion2.24K decks3.73K decks
50%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
58%inclusion2.17K decks3.73K decks
54%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
55%inclusion2.05K decks3.73K decks
46%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
54%inclusion2.01K decks3.73K decks
50%synergy
Dispatch
54%inclusion2K decks3.73K decks
46%synergy
Commander's Plate
54%inclusion2K decks3.73K decks
42%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
34%inclusion1.27K decks3.73K decks
11%synergy
Smothering Tithe
30%inclusion1.11K decks3.73K decks
0%synergy
Teferi's Protection
29%inclusion1.09K decks3.73K decks
3%synergy
Farewell
19%inclusion692 decks3.73K decks
-5%synergy
Ancient Tomb
11%inclusion416 decks3.73K decks
1%synergy
The One Ring
7.3%inclusion272 decks3.73K decks
-2%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
6.8%inclusion252 decks3.73K decks
-2%synergy
Creatures
Foundry Inspector
48%inclusion1.79K decks3.73K decks
42%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
47%inclusion1.74K decks3.73K decks
43%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
47%inclusion1.73K decks3.73K decks
44%synergy
Leonin Abunas
46%inclusion1.70K decks3.73K decks
44%synergy
Lion Sash
42%inclusion1.57K decks3.73K decks
36%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
37%inclusion1.38K decks3.73K decks
30%synergy
Esper Sentinel
36%inclusion1.33K decks3.73K decks
2%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
34%inclusion1.27K decks3.73K decks
7%synergy
Mother of Runes
33%inclusion1.23K decks3.73K decks
12%synergy
Grand Abolisher
33%inclusion1.22K decks3.73K decks
14%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
33%inclusion1.21K decks3.73K decks
28%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
29%inclusion1.08K decks3.73K decks
28%synergy
Sun Titan
28%inclusion1.04K decks3.73K decks
6%synergy
Starnheim Courser
28%inclusion1.04K decks3.73K decks
23%synergy
Silent Arbiter
26%inclusion963 decks3.73K decks
24%synergy
Bastion Protector
24%inclusion907 decks3.73K decks
13%synergy
Relic Seeker
24%inclusion877 decks3.73K decks
22%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
23%inclusion474 decks2.07K decks
18%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
21%inclusion424 decks2.06K decks
17%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
20%inclusion748 decks3.73K decks
17%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
19%inclusion702 decks3.73K decks
15%synergy
Giver of Runes
18%inclusion668 decks3.73K decks
8%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
17%inclusion636 decks3.73K decks
-3%synergy
Leonin Shikari
16%inclusion610 decks3.73K decks
15%synergy
Kemba, Kha Enduring
15%inclusion543 decks3.73K decks
14%synergy
Taj-Nar Swordsmith
15%inclusion542 decks3.73K decks
14%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
14%inclusion518 decks3.73K decks
13%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
13%inclusion500 decks3.73K decks
-9%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
13%inclusion498 decks3.73K decks
0%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
13%inclusion471 decks3.73K decks
-4%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
11%inclusion428 decks3.73K decks
-2%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
11%inclusion414 decks3.73K decks
-8%synergy
Loyal Warhound
10%inclusion382 decks3.73K decks
-1%synergy
Voyager Quickwelder
10%inclusion273 decks2.68K decks
8%synergy
Gold Myr
10%inclusion355 decks3.73K decks
4%synergy
Witch Enchanter
9.2%inclusion338 decks3.69K decks
-8%synergy
Deep Gnome Terramancer
8.8%inclusion328 decks3.73K decks
1%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
8.8%inclusion176 decks2.01K decks
7%synergy
Brass Squire
8.7%inclusion323 decks3.73K decks
7%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
7.9%inclusion296 decks3.73K decks
-3%synergy
Heavenly Blademaster
7.9%inclusion294 decks3.73K decks
7%synergy
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
7.8%inclusion289 decks3.73K decks
6%synergy
Ironclad Slayer
7.7%inclusion286 decks3.73K decks
7%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
7.2%inclusion267 decks3.73K decks
-1%synergy
Armory Automaton
6.9%inclusion257 decks3.73K decks
6%synergy
Burnished Hart
6.8%inclusion252 decks3.73K decks
2%synergy
Claim Jumper
6.7%inclusion250 decks3.73K decks
-3%synergy
Jhoira's Familiar
6.4%inclusion237 decks3.73K decks
4%synergy
Oreskos Explorer
6.1%inclusion229 decks3.73K decks
4%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
6.0%inclusion222 decks3.73K decks
-4%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
45%inclusion1.69K decks3.73K decks
3%synergy
Loran's Escape
36%inclusion1.36K decks3.73K decks
29%synergy
Disenchant
29%inclusion1.09K decks3.73K decks
13%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
29%inclusion1.08K decks3.73K decks
11%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
24%inclusion902 decks3.73K decks
18%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
21%inclusion799 decks3.73K decks
-5%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
20%inclusion754 decks3.73K decks
-5%synergy
Reprieve
19%inclusion710 decks3.73K decks
-4%synergy
Dawn Charm
17%inclusion643 decks3.73K decks
9%synergy
Dawn's Truce
15%inclusion519 decks3.50K decks
1%synergy
Return to Dust
14%inclusion514 decks3.73K decks
6%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion493 decks3.73K decks
1%synergy
Mana Tithe
12%inclusion432 decks3.73K decks
0%synergy
Valorous Stance
10%inclusion356 decks3.73K decks
6%synergy
Silence
8.7%inclusion326 decks3.73K decks
0%synergy
Gods Willing
8.6%inclusion321 decks3.73K decks
6%synergy
Restoration Magic
8.0%inclusion157 decks1.97K decks
-4%synergy
Surge of Salvation
7.8%inclusion289 decks3.73K decks
2%synergy
Final Showdown
7.2%inclusion268 decks3.73K decks
2%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
7.0%inclusion259 decks3.73K decks
1%synergy
Brave the Elements
6.7%inclusion251 decks3.73K decks
-6%synergy
Akroma's Will
6.4%inclusion240 decks3.73K decks
-18%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
6.3%inclusion233 decks3.69K decks
-13%synergy
Condemn
5.9%inclusion219 decks3.73K decks
3%synergy
Get Lost
5.8%inclusion215 decks3.73K decks
-1%synergy
Your Temple Is Under Attack
5.4%inclusion201 decks3.73K decks
-2%synergy
Sorceries
Single Combat
49%inclusion1.84K decks3.73K decks
44%synergy
Slash the Ranks
34%inclusion1.26K decks3.73K decks
31%synergy
Divine Reckoning
32%inclusion1.18K decks3.73K decks
28%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
21%inclusion773 decks3.73K decks
17%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
17%inclusion631 decks3.73K decks
4%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
16%inclusion593 decks3.73K decks
2%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
15%inclusion547 decks3.73K decks
11%synergy
Austere Command
14%inclusion508 decks3.73K decks
-15%synergy
Cut a Deal
13%inclusion481 decks3.73K decks
-2%synergy
Wrath of God
12%inclusion460 decks3.73K decks
-2%synergy
Ravnica at War
11%inclusion398 decks3.73K decks
-1%synergy
Gift of Estates
10%inclusion382 decks3.73K decks
4%synergy
Unfinished Business
10%inclusion372 decks3.73K decks
8%synergy
Open the Vaults
7.0%inclusion259 decks3.73K decks
6%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
6.7%inclusion77 decks1.15K decks
-1%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
6.4%inclusion240 decks3.73K decks
-4%synergy
Redress Fate
6.2%inclusion201 decks3.23K decks
6%synergy
Mass Calcify
5.0%inclusion188 decks3.73K decks
-8%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Lightning Greaves
53%inclusion1.97K decks3.73K decks
25%synergy
Basilisk Collar
53%inclusion1.96K decks3.73K decks
45%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
52%inclusion1.94K decks3.73K decks
49%synergy
Argentum Armor
49%inclusion1.83K decks3.73K decks
46%synergy
Shadowspear
46%inclusion1.73K decks3.73K decks
37%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
46%inclusion1.71K decks3.73K decks
40%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
45%inclusion1.67K decks3.73K decks
41%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
42%inclusion1.56K decks3.73K decks
37%synergy
Mask of Memory
42%inclusion1.56K decks3.73K decks
34%synergy
Mithril Coat
40%inclusion1.50K decks3.73K decks
33%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
40%inclusion1.47K decks3.73K decks
36%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
39%inclusion1.41K decks3.59K decks
35%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
39%inclusion1.45K decks3.73K decks
36%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
38%inclusion1.42K decks3.73K decks
33%synergy
Robe of Stars
35%inclusion1.30K decks3.73K decks
30%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
34%inclusion1.27K decks3.73K decks
32%synergy
Nettlecyst
33%inclusion1.23K decks3.73K decks
30%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
30%inclusion1.09K decks3.59K decks
22%synergy
Buster Sword
30%inclusion610 decks2.03K decks
22%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
30%inclusion1.11K decks3.73K decks
27%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
29%inclusion1.07K decks3.73K decks
21%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
28%inclusion1.06K decks3.73K decks
26%synergy
Haunted Cloak
28%inclusion1.03K decks3.73K decks
23%synergy
Darksteel Plate
27%inclusion1K decks3.73K decks
23%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
26%inclusion967 decks3.73K decks
25%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
26%inclusion960 decks3.73K decks
23%synergy
Celestial Armor
24%inclusion722 decks3.01K decks
20%synergy
Pearl Medallion
23%inclusion847 decks3.73K decks
-37%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
21%inclusion784 decks3.73K decks
19%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
21%inclusion753 decks3.59K decks
17%synergy
Genji Glove
21%inclusion406 decks1.95K decks
15%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
21%inclusion766 decks3.73K decks
18%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
20%inclusion536 decks2.69K decks
18%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
20%inclusion738 decks3.73K decks
18%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
18%inclusion658 decks3.73K decks
14%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
17%inclusion649 decks3.73K decks
16%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
17%inclusion647 decks3.73K decks
15%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
17%inclusion627 decks3.73K decks
-7%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
17%inclusion330 decks2K decks
14%synergy
Champion's Helm
16%inclusion608 decks3.73K decks
12%synergy
Hero's Blade
16%inclusion598 decks3.73K decks
15%synergy
Prowler's Helm
16%inclusion583 decks3.73K decks
15%synergy
Bilbo's Ring
15%inclusion576 decks3.73K decks
15%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
15%inclusion550 decks3.73K decks
12%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
14%inclusion540 decks3.73K decks
13%synergy
Short Bow
14%inclusion480 decks3.46K decks
13%synergy
Quietus Spike
14%inclusion506 decks3.73K decks
12%synergy
Resurrection Orb
13%inclusion498 decks3.73K decks
13%synergy
Godsend
13%inclusion478 decks3.73K decks
11%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
12%inclusion464 decks3.73K decks
11%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
45%inclusion1.69K decks3.73K decks
40%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
45%inclusion1.66K decks3.73K decks
35%synergy
All That Glitters
41%inclusion1.54K decks3.73K decks
30%synergy
Land Tax
33%inclusion1.25K decks3.73K decks
2%synergy
Ghostly Prison
24%inclusion912 decks3.73K decks
4%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
18%inclusion654 decks3.73K decks
0%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
10%inclusion371 decks3.73K decks
-5%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
8.6%inclusion319 decks3.73K decks
-12%synergy
Gift of Immortality
7.8%inclusion292 decks3.73K decks
3%synergy
Monologue Tax
7.4%inclusion275 decks3.73K decks
1%synergy
Smuggler's Share
7.0%inclusion261 decks3.73K decks
-1%synergy
Spirit Mantle
6.7%inclusion250 decks3.73K decks
0%synergy
Armored Ascension
6.4%inclusion238 decks3.73K decks
0%synergy
Blind Obedience
6.4%inclusion237 decks3.73K decks
-4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
18%inclusion659 decks3.73K decks
16%synergy
The Eternal Wanderer
9.3%inclusion346 decks3.73K decks
2%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
71%inclusion2.66K decks3.73K decks
45%synergy
Buried Ruin
53%inclusion1.97K decks3.73K decks
44%synergy
War Room
41%inclusion1.54K decks3.73K decks
6%synergy
Monumental Henge
33%inclusion1.21K decks3.69K decks
19%synergy
Inventors' Fair
32%inclusion1.20K decks3.73K decks
25%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
27%inclusion1.02K decks3.73K decks
-11%synergy
Ancient Den
21%inclusion764 decks3.73K decks
15%synergy
Urza's Saga
19%inclusion714 decks3.73K decks
8%synergy
Reliquary Tower
19%inclusion707 decks3.73K decks
-5%synergy
Command Beacon
19%inclusion691 decks3.73K decks
11%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
17%inclusion644 decks3.73K decks
-5%synergy
Temple of the False God
17%inclusion638 decks3.73K decks
5%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
14%inclusion281 decks2.06K decks
4%synergy
Secluded Steppe
13%inclusion500 decks3.73K decks
1%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
13%inclusion493 decks3.73K decks
5%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
13%inclusion488 decks3.73K decks
-19%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
10%inclusion380 decks3.73K decks
-8%synergy
Minas Tirith
8.6%inclusion319 decks3.73K decks
-18%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
8.3%inclusion309 decks3.73K decks
0%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
7.8%inclusion292 decks3.73K decks
5%synergy
Mistveil Plains
7.8%inclusion290 decks3.73K decks
1%synergy
Cathedral of War
6.9%inclusion257 decks3.73K decks
6%synergy
Idyllic Grange
6.6%inclusion247 decks3.73K decks
-2%synergy
Kor Haven
6.4%inclusion238 decks3.73K decks
1%synergy
Homeward Path
6.4%inclusion238 decks3.73K decks
3%synergy
Strip Mine
5.5%inclusion204 decks3.73K decks
1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
89%inclusion3.30K decks3.73K decks
5%synergy
Arcane Signet
64%inclusion2.40K decks3.73K decks
7%synergy
Mind Stone
39%inclusion1.46K decks3.73K decks
12%synergy
Marble Diamond
22%inclusion838 decks3.73K decks
3%synergy
Thought Vessel
16%inclusion612 decks3.73K decks
0%synergy
The Aetherspark
15%inclusion405 decks2.70K decks
11%synergy
Fellwar Stone
14%inclusion539 decks3.73K decks
5%synergy
The Irencrag
14%inclusion507 decks3.73K decks
12%synergy
Commander's Sphere
11%inclusion414 decks3.73K decks
3%synergy
Mox Opal
10%inclusion354 decks3.73K decks
6%synergy
Thran Dynamo
8.9%inclusion333 decks3.73K decks
4%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
7.9%inclusion295 decks3.73K decks
-7%synergy
Caged Sun
6.4%inclusion237 decks3.73K decks
-2%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
6.0%inclusion224 decks3.73K decks
1%synergy
Lands
Plains
96%inclusion3.58K decks3.73K decks
3%synergy
Myriad Landscape
35%inclusion1.29K decks3.73K decks
6%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
22%inclusion812 decks3.73K decks
18%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion493 decks3.73K decks
1%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
10%inclusion378 decks3.73K decks
6%synergy
Command Tower
10%inclusion364 decks3.73K decks
3%synergy
Witch Enchanter
9.2%inclusion338 decks3.69K decks
-8%synergy
Opal Palace
8.8%inclusion328 decks3.73K decks
6%synergy
Demolition Field
6.5%inclusion242 decks3.73K decks
0%synergy