Lightning, Army of One (Commander) - Core Extra Combats

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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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Borrowed Knowledge
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
12%synergy
Erode
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
9%synergy
Fateful Tempest
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Turbulent Steppe
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-3%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Genji Glove
85%inclusion33 decks39 decks
78%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
60%inclusion26 decks43 decks
54%synergy
Combat Celebrant
56%inclusion24 decks43 decks
46%synergy
Rogue's Passage
77%inclusion33 decks43 decks
46%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
63%inclusion27 decks43 decks
46%synergy
Full Throttle
51%inclusion22 decks43 decks
46%synergy
Bastion Protector
51%inclusion22 decks43 decks
44%synergy
Lightning Bolt
53%inclusion23 decks43 decks
43%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
47%inclusion20 decks43 decks
41%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
47%inclusion20 decks43 decks
40%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
79%inclusion34 decks43 decks
37%synergy
Boros Charm
70%inclusion30 decks43 decks
22%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
63%inclusion27 decks43 decks
-3%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
56%inclusion24 decks43 decks
38%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
53%inclusion23 decks43 decks
40%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
53%inclusion23 decks43 decks
36%synergy
Lightning Greaves
51%inclusion22 decks43 decks
22%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
47%inclusion20 decks43 decks
37%synergy
Gisela, Blade of Goldnight
47%inclusion20 decks43 decks
34%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
47%inclusion20 decks43 decks
34%synergy
Game Changers
Farewell
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-1%synergy
Creatures
Professional Face-Breaker
44%inclusion19 decks43 decks
30%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
44%inclusion19 decks43 decks
37%synergy
Blade Historian
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
29%synergy
Lizard Blades
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
32%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
37%inclusion16 decks43 decks
30%synergy
Aurelia, the Law Above
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
25%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
25%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
25%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
34%inclusion14 decks41 decks
32%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
22%synergy
Freya Crescent
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
28%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
30%inclusion13 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Mother of Runes
30%inclusion13 decks43 decks
17%synergy
Esper Sentinel
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
20%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Moraug, Fury of Akoum
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Grand Abolisher
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Iroas, God of Victory
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Port Razer
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
17%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Giver of Runes
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
-8%synergy
Twinflame Tyrant
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Witch Enchanter
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Zack Fair
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Bre of Clan Stoutarm
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Amy Rose
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
11%synergy
Brass Squire
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Voice of Victory
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Weapons Vendor
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
8%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Nelly Borca, Impulsive Accuser
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Adeline, Resplendent Cathar
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Kwende, Pride of Femeref
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Lightning, Security Sergeant
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Legion Leadership
47%inclusion20 decks43 decks
29%synergy
Restoration Magic
46%inclusion19 decks41 decks
37%synergy
Deflecting Palm
44%inclusion19 decks43 decks
25%synergy
Path to Exile
44%inclusion19 decks43 decks
-13%synergy
Chaos Warp
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
18%synergy
Akroma's Will
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
21%synergy
Lightning Helix
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Generous Gift
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
-7%synergy
Great Train Heist
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Wear // Tear
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Dispatch
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Take the Bait
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Redirect Lightning
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Savage Beating
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Inventory Management
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Clever Concealment
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Reprieve
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Deflecting Swat
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
-5%synergy
Thunder Magic
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
9%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-2%synergy
Demand Answers
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Abrade
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-3%synergy
Bulk Up
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Haste Magic
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Dawn's Truce
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-3%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
0%synergy
Ghostfire Slice
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Valorous Stance
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Big Score
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-5%synergy
Chance for Glory
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Price of Progress
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Dawn Charm
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Overpowering Attack
37%inclusion16 decks43 decks
34%synergy
Seize the Day
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
30%synergy
Blasphemous Act
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Vandalblast
30%inclusion13 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
30%inclusion13 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Relentless Assault
30%inclusion13 decks43 decks
25%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
21%synergy
Open the Armory
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Response // Resurgence
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Austere Command
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
2%synergy
World at War
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
14%synergy
Disrupt Decorum
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Waves of Aggression
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Isengard Unleashed
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Faithless Looting
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
-6%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Fury of the Horde
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-4%synergy
Cut a Deal
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Boltwave
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Fiery Confluence
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Single Combat
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Sundering Eruption
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Insult // Injury
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Onward // Victory
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Rip Apart
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-6%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Spectacular Showdown
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Fast Forward
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Mask of Memory
47%inclusion20 decks43 decks
39%synergy
Sword of the Animist
47%inclusion20 decks43 decks
29%synergy
Champion's Helm
42%inclusion18 decks43 decks
37%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
34%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
31%synergy
Buster Sword
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
27%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
28%synergy
Colossus Hammer
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
14%synergy
Celestial Armor
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
22%synergy
Sunforger
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Leyline Axe
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Mithril Coat
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Basilisk Collar
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
14%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
21%synergy
Embercleave
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
14%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
9%synergy
The Fire Crystal
20%inclusion8 decks41 decks
15%synergy
Robe of Stars
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
17%inclusion7 decks41 decks
14%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Tome of Legends
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
14%synergy
The Wind Crystal
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Goldvein Pick
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Darksteel Plate
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Commander's Plate
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Hero's Blade
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Grappling Hook
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Brass Knuckles
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Helm of the Host
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Fireshrieker
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Nettlecyst
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Dolmen Gate
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Enchantments
Sigarda's Aid
44%inclusion19 decks43 decks
32%synergy
Forge Anew
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
25%synergy
Aggravated Assault
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
27%synergy
Rising of the Day
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
21%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Fighter Class
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Grim Reaper's Sprint
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Flaming Fist
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Blood Mist
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Spirit Mantle
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Reconnaissance
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Light of Promise
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Fiery Emancipation
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Twinblade Blessing
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Land Tax
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-2%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
2%synergy
City on Fire
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Tavern Brawler
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Smuggler's Share
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
2%synergy
All That Glitters
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-1%synergy
Gryff's Boon
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Holy Mantle
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Angelic Gift
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Repercussion
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
SOLDIER Military Program
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Planeswalkers
Zariel, Archduke of Avernus
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Slayers' Stronghold
60%inclusion26 decks43 decks
39%synergy
Arena of Glory
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
23%synergy
Minas Tirith
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
15%synergy
War Room
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
14%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
18%synergy
Access Tunnel
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Command Beacon
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Reliquary Tower
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
-5%synergy
Axgard Armory
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Monumental Henge
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Buried Ruin
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-4%synergy
Castle Embereth
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Temple of the False God
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Adventurer's Inn
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Needle Spires
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
88%inclusion38 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Sol Ring
88%inclusion38 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
70%inclusion30 decks43 decks
18%synergy
Boros Signet
58%inclusion25 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Fellwar Stone
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Mind Stone
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Thought Vessel
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
0%synergy
Blitzball
5.1%inclusion2 decks39 decks
4%synergy
Lands
Mountain
98%inclusion42 decks43 decks
0%synergy
Plains
98%inclusion42 decks43 decks
0%synergy
Command Tower
95%inclusion41 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
86%inclusion37 decks43 decks
20%synergy
Battlefield Forge
74%inclusion32 decks43 decks
18%synergy
Rugged Prairie
67%inclusion29 decks43 decks
24%synergy
Sacred Foundry
60%inclusion26 decks43 decks
14%synergy
Sundown Pass
56%inclusion24 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
53%inclusion23 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
51%inclusion22 decks43 decks
27%synergy
Temple of Triumph
49%inclusion21 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Legion Leadership
47%inclusion20 decks43 decks
29%synergy
Boros Garrison
42%inclusion18 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Spectator Seating
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
0%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Path of Ancestry
30%inclusion13 decks43 decks
14%synergy
Exotic Orchard
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
-2%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Arid Mesa
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
-3%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Elegant Parlor
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
17%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Radiant Summit
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
-4%synergy
Myriad Landscape
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
-3%synergy
Sacred Peaks
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Witch Enchanter
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Plateau
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
-5%synergy
Evolving Wilds
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
-7%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Prismatic Vista
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Thriving Heath
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Spire of Industry
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Thriving Bluff
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Sundering Eruption
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Sun-Blessed Peak
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Boros Guildgate
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-1%synergy
Fabled Passage
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-3%synergy
Lorehold Campus
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Reflecting Pool
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Cavern of Souls
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
2%synergy