Lightning, Army of One (Commander) - Upgraded

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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MTGStocks
Turbulent Steppe
7.8%inclusion20 decks256 decks
-10%synergy
Erode
4.9%inclusion12 decks247 decks
-3%synergy
Lorehold Charm
2.9%inclusion8 decks276 decks
-10%synergy
Borrowed Knowledge
2.0%inclusion5 decks247 decks
-3%synergy
Pursue the Past
1.8%inclusion4 decks219 decks
-6%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Genji Glove
70%inclusion845 decks1.21K decks
63%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
69%inclusion852 decks1.24K decks
51%synergy
Buster Sword
58%inclusion705 decks1.23K decks
49%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
54%inclusion671 decks1.24K decks
48%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
54%inclusion665 decks1.24K decks
48%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
55%inclusion676 decks1.24K decks
47%synergy
Lizard Blades
54%inclusion664 decks1.24K decks
46%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
56%inclusion700 decks1.24K decks
43%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
49%inclusion607 decks1.24K decks
42%synergy
Sword of the Animist
59%inclusion734 decks1.24K decks
42%synergy
Top Cards
Boros Charm
77%inclusion957 decks1.24K decks
29%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
74%inclusion916 decks1.24K decks
8%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
72%inclusion891 decks1.24K decks
30%synergy
Path to Exile
60%inclusion748 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
54%inclusion673 decks1.24K decks
37%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
53%inclusion654 decks1.24K decks
41%synergy
Lightning Bolt
52%inclusion644 decks1.24K decks
41%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
52%inclusion641 decks1.24K decks
41%synergy
Lightning Greaves
49%inclusion607 decks1.24K decks
20%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
47%inclusion587 decks1.24K decks
36%synergy
Game Changers
Jeska's Will
27%inclusion333 decks1.24K decks
11%synergy
Teferi's Protection
25%inclusion314 decks1.24K decks
9%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
24%inclusion294 decks1.24K decks
8%synergy
Smothering Tithe
23%inclusion288 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Farewell
18%inclusion227 decks1.24K decks
8%synergy
The One Ring
10%inclusion118 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
Ancient Tomb
5.4%inclusion67 decks1.24K decks
-2%synergy
Gamble
5.3%inclusion66 decks1.24K decks
-1%synergy
Creatures
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
46%inclusion570 decks1.24K decks
41%synergy
Mother of Runes
41%inclusion503 decks1.24K decks
28%synergy
Gisela, Blade of Goldnight
40%inclusion500 decks1.24K decks
28%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
40%inclusion497 decks1.24K decks
26%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
40%inclusion490 decks1.24K decks
28%synergy
Blade Historian
39%inclusion489 decks1.24K decks
29%synergy
Esper Sentinel
39%inclusion488 decks1.24K decks
15%synergy
Bastion Protector
39%inclusion480 decks1.24K decks
32%synergy
Combat Celebrant
38%inclusion475 decks1.24K decks
29%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
32%inclusion391 decks1.24K decks
22%synergy
Iroas, God of Victory
30%inclusion367 decks1.24K decks
20%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
29%inclusion355 decks1.24K decks
18%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
27%inclusion332 decks1.24K decks
21%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
26%inclusion328 decks1.24K decks
22%synergy
Grand Abolisher
24%inclusion299 decks1.24K decks
14%synergy
Giver of Runes
24%inclusion292 decks1.24K decks
17%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
23%inclusion284 decks1.24K decks
13%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
21%inclusion257 decks1.24K decks
14%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
21%inclusion255 decks1.24K decks
14%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
20%inclusion252 decks1.24K decks
17%synergy
Voice of Victory
20%inclusion247 decks1.24K decks
12%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
20%inclusion245 decks1.24K decks
13%synergy
Freya Crescent
19%inclusion240 decks1.23K decks
15%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
19%inclusion228 decks1.22K decks
16%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
18%inclusion225 decks1.24K decks
16%synergy
Zack Fair
17%inclusion213 decks1.23K decks
14%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
16%inclusion198 decks1.24K decks
10%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
16%inclusion198 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
Aurelia, the Law Above
16%inclusion195 decks1.24K decks
6%synergy
Witch Enchanter
14%inclusion172 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
12%inclusion154 decks1.24K decks
9%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
12%inclusion153 decks1.24K decks
9%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
12%inclusion148 decks1.24K decks
6%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
11%inclusion140 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Raph & Leo, Sibling Rivals
11%inclusion57 decks506 decks
8%synergy
Lightning, Security Sergeant
11%inclusion132 decks1.23K decks
9%synergy
Twinflame Tyrant
10%inclusion128 decks1.24K decks
8%synergy
Firemane Commando
10%inclusion121 decks1.24K decks
5%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
9.4%inclusion117 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Seifer Almasy
9.4%inclusion113 decks1.21K decks
8%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
9.0%inclusion112 decks1.24K decks
5%synergy
Moraug, Fury of Akoum
9.0%inclusion112 decks1.24K decks
7%synergy
Weapons Vendor
8.7%inclusion106 decks1.22K decks
7%synergy
Heartless Hidetsugu
8.6%inclusion106 decks1.24K decks
7%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
8.5%inclusion105 decks1.24K decks
2%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
8.2%inclusion102 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Port Razer
7.8%inclusion97 decks1.24K decks
6%synergy
Nelly Borca, Impulsive Accuser
7.7%inclusion96 decks1.24K decks
6%synergy
Balefire Liege
7.7%inclusion95 decks1.24K decks
0%synergy
Amy Rose
7.5%inclusion80 decks1.07K decks
6%synergy
Instants
Deflecting Palm
43%inclusion531 decks1.24K decks
24%synergy
Legion Leadership
36%inclusion451 decks1.24K decks
19%synergy
Akroma's Will
36%inclusion451 decks1.24K decks
24%synergy
Restoration Magic
34%inclusion417 decks1.21K decks
25%synergy
Chaos Warp
33%inclusion411 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
30%inclusion377 decks1.24K decks
12%synergy
Deflecting Swat
28%inclusion345 decks1.24K decks
12%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
27%inclusion337 decks1.24K decks
10%synergy
Great Train Heist
25%inclusion305 decks1.24K decks
20%synergy
Lightning Helix
24%inclusion303 decks1.24K decks
16%synergy
Generous Gift
24%inclusion297 decks1.24K decks
-8%synergy
Inventory Management
22%inclusion269 decks1.24K decks
16%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
21%inclusion266 decks1.24K decks
10%synergy
Wear // Tear
15%inclusion192 decks1.24K decks
-5%synergy
Take the Bait
15%inclusion186 decks1.24K decks
9%synergy
Dawn's Truce
15%inclusion184 decks1.24K decks
5%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion159 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Savage Beating
13%inclusion158 decks1.24K decks
11%synergy
Redirect Lightning
12%inclusion108 decks909 decks
6%synergy
Clever Concealment
11%inclusion132 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Abrade
10%inclusion126 decks1.24K decks
-2%synergy
Thunder Magic
10%inclusion120 decks1.21K decks
9%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
10%inclusion121 decks1.24K decks
6%synergy
Dispatch
9.4%inclusion117 decks1.24K decks
-4%synergy
Reprieve
8.6%inclusion106 decks1.24K decks
0%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
8.4%inclusion104 decks1.24K decks
7%synergy
Olórin's Searing Light
8.3%inclusion103 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
8.2%inclusion102 decks1.24K decks
-3%synergy
Valakut Awakening
7.6%inclusion94 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Big Score
7.4%inclusion92 decks1.24K decks
-5%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
7.3%inclusion91 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Price of Progress
6.9%inclusion86 decks1.24K decks
6%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
6.5%inclusion80 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
Haste Magic
6.3%inclusion77 decks1.22K decks
5%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
6.3%inclusion78 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Lightning Strike
6.2%inclusion77 decks1.24K decks
5%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
5.8%inclusion72 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
5.5%inclusion68 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Pyroblast
5.0%inclusion62 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Sorceries
Full Throttle
43%inclusion531 decks1.24K decks
37%synergy
Blasphemous Act
42%inclusion520 decks1.24K decks
9%synergy
Open the Armory
39%inclusion479 decks1.24K decks
26%synergy
Seize the Day
28%inclusion345 decks1.24K decks
23%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
27%inclusion335 decks1.24K decks
20%synergy
Overpowering Attack
23%inclusion283 decks1.24K decks
19%synergy
Vandalblast
20%inclusion248 decks1.24K decks
5%synergy
Relentless Assault
18%inclusion226 decks1.24K decks
13%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
18%inclusion220 decks1.24K decks
13%synergy
Disrupt Decorum
16%inclusion200 decks1.24K decks
11%synergy
Sundering Eruption
15%inclusion186 decks1.24K decks
9%synergy
Faithless Looting
12%inclusion148 decks1.24K decks
-5%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
11%inclusion138 decks1.23K decks
9%synergy
Austere Command
11%inclusion133 decks1.24K decks
-5%synergy
Spectacular Showdown
10%inclusion120 decks1.24K decks
7%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
9.1%inclusion113 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Boltwave
9.0%inclusion112 decks1.24K decks
7%synergy
Rip Apart
8.7%inclusion108 decks1.24K decks
-4%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
8.4%inclusion59 decks706 decks
5%synergy
Single Combat
8.2%inclusion102 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
7.4%inclusion92 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
Response // Resurgence
7.2%inclusion89 decks1.24K decks
2%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
6.9%inclusion85 decks1.24K decks
-6%synergy
Cut a Deal
6.9%inclusion85 decks1.24K decks
0%synergy
World at War
6.7%inclusion83 decks1.24K decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
The Reaver Cleaver
45%inclusion559 decks1.24K decks
36%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
45%inclusion559 decks1.24K decks
36%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
40%inclusion497 decks1.24K decks
31%synergy
Mithril Coat
37%inclusion453 decks1.24K decks
26%synergy
Colossus Hammer
34%inclusion425 decks1.24K decks
23%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
33%inclusion410 decks1.24K decks
28%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
31%inclusion390 decks1.24K decks
27%synergy
Embercleave
30%inclusion374 decks1.24K decks
23%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
29%inclusion360 decks1.24K decks
23%synergy
Sunforger
28%inclusion351 decks1.24K decks
14%synergy
Basilisk Collar
27%inclusion329 decks1.24K decks
12%synergy
Commander's Plate
26%inclusion325 decks1.24K decks
20%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
23%inclusion287 decks1.24K decks
11%synergy
Champion's Helm
23%inclusion283 decks1.24K decks
18%synergy
Helm of the Host
22%inclusion277 decks1.24K decks
15%synergy
Mask of Memory
22%inclusion275 decks1.24K decks
15%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
20%inclusion245 decks1.22K decks
17%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
19%inclusion236 decks1.24K decks
13%synergy
Leyline Axe
18%inclusion226 decks1.24K decks
14%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
16%inclusion200 decks1.24K decks
11%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
16%inclusion198 decks1.24K decks
13%synergy
The Fire Crystal
16%inclusion194 decks1.22K decks
11%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
15%inclusion189 decks1.24K decks
13%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
15%inclusion189 decks1.24K decks
11%synergy
Celestial Armor
15%inclusion188 decks1.24K decks
11%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
15%inclusion184 decks1.24K decks
9%synergy
Robe of Stars
14%inclusion179 decks1.24K decks
12%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
14%inclusion177 decks1.23K decks
12%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
13%inclusion159 decks1.24K decks
11%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
12%inclusion153 decks1.24K decks
10%synergy
Shadowspear
12%inclusion152 decks1.24K decks
2%synergy
Darksteel Plate
12%inclusion144 decks1.24K decks
8%synergy
Fireshrieker
11%inclusion142 decks1.24K decks
9%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
9.0%inclusion111 decks1.24K decks
2%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
9.0%inclusion111 decks1.24K decks
7%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
8.9%inclusion110 decks1.23K decks
7%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
8.6%inclusion107 decks1.24K decks
5%synergy
The Wind Crystal
8.3%inclusion101 decks1.22K decks
3%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
8.2%inclusion101 decks1.24K decks
6%synergy
Dolmen Gate
7.8%inclusion97 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
7.7%inclusion96 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
Excalibur II
7.6%inclusion92 decks1.21K decks
6%synergy
Hard-Won Jitte
7.3%inclusion31 decks422 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
6.5%inclusion80 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Hero's Blade
6.4%inclusion79 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
5.6%inclusion70 decks1.24K decks
-3%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
5.5%inclusion68 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
Blade of Selves
5.2%inclusion65 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
Tome of Legends
5.2%inclusion65 decks1.24K decks
2%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
5.0%inclusion62 decks1.24K decks
0%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
46%inclusion576 decks1.24K decks
37%synergy
Aggravated Assault
41%inclusion508 decks1.24K decks
35%synergy
Fighter Class
30%inclusion373 decks1.24K decks
19%synergy
Land Tax
16%inclusion200 decks1.24K decks
5%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
15%inclusion185 decks1.24K decks
7%synergy
Ghostly Prison
12%inclusion145 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
Rising of the Day
11%inclusion133 decks1.24K decks
6%synergy
Reconnaissance
10%inclusion123 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
Fiery Emancipation
9.4%inclusion116 decks1.24K decks
5%synergy
Flaming Fist
9.2%inclusion114 decks1.24K decks
7%synergy
All That Glitters
9.0%inclusion111 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
8.8%inclusion109 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
8.3%inclusion103 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
Spirit Mantle
8.1%inclusion100 decks1.24K decks
5%synergy
Super State
7.2%inclusion78 decks1.08K decks
5%synergy
Curse of Opulence
7.0%inclusion87 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
City on Fire
6.8%inclusion84 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Brilliant Wings
6.3%inclusion49 decks781 decks
6%synergy
Smuggler's Share
6.2%inclusion77 decks1.24K decks
2%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
6.1%inclusion76 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Sidequest: Play Blitzball
5.9%inclusion72 decks1.22K decks
5%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
5.7%inclusion71 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Grim Reaper's Sprint
5.6%inclusion69 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
71%inclusion883 decks1.24K decks
41%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
49%inclusion609 decks1.24K decks
28%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
45%inclusion560 decks1.24K decks
28%synergy
Arena of Glory
34%inclusion417 decks1.24K decks
24%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
22%inclusion270 decks1.24K decks
9%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
19%inclusion234 decks1.24K decks
14%synergy
Minas Tirith
16%inclusion196 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
War Room
13%inclusion158 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Command Beacon
13%inclusion156 decks1.24K decks
7%synergy
Axgard Armory
12%inclusion154 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Reliquary Tower
12%inclusion150 decks1.24K decks
-7%synergy
Buried Ruin
11%inclusion142 decks1.24K decks
-2%synergy
Urza's Saga
11%inclusion132 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Access Tunnel
10%inclusion119 decks1.24K decks
5%synergy
Temple of the False God
6.5%inclusion81 decks1.24K decks
-2%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
6.4%inclusion79 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
6.4%inclusion79 decks1.24K decks
-3%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
5.7%inclusion71 decks1.24K decks
2%synergy
Fire Nation Palace
5.6%inclusion39 decks698 decks
3%synergy
Castle Embereth
5.4%inclusion67 decks1.24K decks
-1%synergy
Monumental Henge
5.3%inclusion66 decks1.24K decks
0%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
92%inclusion1.15K decks1.24K decks
7%synergy
Arcane Signet
86%inclusion1.07K decks1.24K decks
6%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
56%inclusion698 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Boros Signet
45%inclusion558 decks1.24K decks
-5%synergy
Fellwar Stone
24%inclusion297 decks1.24K decks
-1%synergy
The Aetherspark
15%inclusion182 decks1.24K decks
12%synergy
Mind Stone
15%inclusion181 decks1.24K decks
-10%synergy
Thought Vessel
8.2%inclusion101 decks1.24K decks
-6%synergy
Lands
Mountain
99%inclusion1.23K decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Plains
99%inclusion1.22K decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Command Tower
93%inclusion1.15K decks1.24K decks
7%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
79%inclusion976 decks1.24K decks
13%synergy
Battlefield Forge
70%inclusion872 decks1.24K decks
14%synergy
Sacred Foundry
67%inclusion834 decks1.24K decks
21%synergy
Rugged Prairie
57%inclusion711 decks1.24K decks
14%synergy
Spectator Seating
54%inclusion675 decks1.24K decks
15%synergy
Sundown Pass
50%inclusion624 decks1.24K decks
13%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
48%inclusion591 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
45%inclusion558 decks1.24K decks
21%synergy
Arid Mesa
42%inclusion522 decks1.24K decks
13%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
37%inclusion463 decks1.24K decks
12%synergy
Legion Leadership
36%inclusion451 decks1.24K decks
19%synergy
Temple of Triumph
31%inclusion385 decks1.24K decks
-7%synergy
Exotic Orchard
31%inclusion382 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
30%inclusion372 decks1.24K decks
9%synergy
Boros Garrison
29%inclusion359 decks1.24K decks
-8%synergy
Elegant Parlor
28%inclusion343 decks1.24K decks
8%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
23%inclusion289 decks1.24K decks
7%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
23%inclusion282 decks1.24K decks
6%synergy
Path of Ancestry
20%inclusion251 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Radiant Summit
19%inclusion198 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Evolving Wilds
18%inclusion223 decks1.24K decks
-1%synergy
Sundering Eruption
15%inclusion186 decks1.24K decks
9%synergy
Plateau
14%inclusion177 decks1.24K decks
2%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
14%inclusion173 decks1.24K decks
10%synergy
Witch Enchanter
14%inclusion172 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
13%inclusion163 decks1.24K decks
-4%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion159 decks1.24K decks
4%synergy
Fabled Passage
12%inclusion154 decks1.24K decks
2%synergy
Sacred Peaks
12%inclusion149 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Myriad Landscape
10%inclusion124 decks1.24K decks
-9%synergy
Rabanastre, Royal City
9.1%inclusion112 decks1.23K decks
6%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
8.6%inclusion107 decks1.24K decks
-5%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
8.4%inclusion104 decks1.24K decks
2%synergy
Prismatic Vista
8.0%inclusion99 decks1.24K decks
2%synergy
Windswept Heath
8.0%inclusion99 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Spire of Industry
7.6%inclusion94 decks1.24K decks
2%synergy
Valakut Awakening
7.6%inclusion94 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Wooded Foothills
6.8%inclusion84 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Marsh Flats
6.7%inclusion83 decks1.24K decks
0%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
6.5%inclusion80 decks1.24K decks
3%synergy
Cavern of Souls
6.5%inclusion80 decks1.24K decks
2%synergy
Flooded Strand
6.4%inclusion79 decks1.24K decks
0%synergy
Starting Town
6.1%inclusion76 decks1.24K decks
5%synergy
Scalding Tarn
6.0%inclusion74 decks1.24K decks
1%synergy
Abraded Bluffs
6.0%inclusion74 decks1.24K decks
0%synergy
Glittering Massif
5.6%inclusion57 decks1.02K decks
-3%synergy
Reflecting Pool
5.1%inclusion63 decks1.24K decks
2%synergy