Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Esior, Wardwing Familiar (Commander) - Budget Core

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Esior, Wardwing Familiar
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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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Mask of Memory
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
85%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
70%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
70%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
57%synergy
Goggles of Night
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
57%synergy
Explorer's Scope
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
57%synergy
Thran Power Suit
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
56%synergy
Refute
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
55%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
42%synergy
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Voracious Bibliophile
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Foundry Inspector
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
15%synergy
Pippin, Guard of the Citadel
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Empyrean Eagle
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
18%synergy
Monastery Mentor
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Thunderclap Wyvern
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Whirler Rogue
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
23%synergy
Jubilant Skybonder
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
23%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
23%synergy
Curious Homunculus
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Meteor Golem
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Emeria Angel
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Hanged Executioner
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Skycat Sovereign
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Vedalken Engineer
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Shimmer Dragon
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Dirgur Island Dragon
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Wingblade Disciple
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Poised Practitioner
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Ashe, Princess of Dalmasca
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Zack Fair
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Descendant of Storms
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Kykar, Zephyr Awakener
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Starnheim Courser
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Stenn, Paranoid Partisan
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Trophy Mage
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Darksteel Colossus
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Acquisition Octopus
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Crashing Drawbridge
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Fear of Failed Tests
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Fog Bank
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Broodstar
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Deadeye Quartermaster
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Renowned Weaponsmith
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Merfolk Wayfinder
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Drake Hatcher
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Bigfin Bouncer
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Strix Lookout
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Armasaur Guide
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Drogskol Reaver
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Artificer's Assistant
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Kangee, Sky Warden
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Dream Trawler
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Cathar Commando
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Loyal Unicorn
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Instants
Unravel
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Negate
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
15%synergy
Disenchant
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
35%synergy
Generous Gift
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Disdainful Stroke
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Syncopate
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Condemn
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Disruption Protocol
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Divine Resilience
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Keep Safe
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Valorous Stance
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
2%synergy
Aetherize
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
18%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
-40%synergy
Path to Exile
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
-25%synergy
Thirst for Knowledge
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Battle Menu
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Argivian Find
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Loran's Escape
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
You Find the Villains' Lair
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Essence Scatter
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Adamant Will
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Exotic Pets
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Dovin's Veto
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-24%synergy
Reality Heist
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Reality Shift
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Meddle
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Cancel
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Graceful Reprieve
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Unsummon
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Stern Lesson
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Faebloom Trick
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Crumb and Get It
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Jwari Disruption
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Rally of Wings
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Joust Through
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Ghostly Flicker
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
2%synergy
Dawn Charm
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Outflank
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Fumble
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Into the Roil
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Mana Leak
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Shore Up
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Urza's Rebuff
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Flashfreeze
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Don't Make a Sound
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Heliod's Intervention
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
You See a Guard Approach
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Sorceries
Winged Words
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
38%synergy
Open the Armory
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Cleansing Nova
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Time Wipe
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
15%synergy
Austere Command
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
0%synergy
Chart a Course
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Enter the Enigma
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Mitotic Manipulation
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Lay Down Arms
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Thoughtcast
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
5%synergy
Emerge from the Cocoon
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Slaughter the Strong
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Fumigate
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Slash the Ranks
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Mirrormind Crown
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
66%synergy
Stormbeacon Blade
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Adventuring Gear
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
43%synergy
Plate Armor
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
43%synergy
Celestial Armor
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
42%synergy
Colossus Hammer
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
42%synergy
Hero's Blade
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
43%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
43%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
17%synergy
Nettlecyst
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Quietus Spike
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Team Pennant
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
29%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Leyline Axe
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Mirror Shield
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Quick-Draw Katana
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Helm of the Host
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
18%synergy
Argentum Armor
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Amorphous Axe
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
29%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
The Key to the Vault
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Fireshrieker
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Goldvein Pick
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Short Bow
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Giant's Amulet
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Echo Circlet
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Soul-Guide Lantern
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Symmetry Matrix
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Nemesis Mask
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Batterbone
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Darksteel Axe
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Inquisitorial Rosette
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Aether Spellbomb
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Conductive Machete
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
+2 Mace
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Vulshok Battlegear
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Grappling Hook
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Haunted Cloak
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Hammer of Ruin
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Vorrac Battlehorns
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Greatsword of Tyr
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Starforged Sword
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Glimmerlight
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Dispeller's Capsule
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Enchantments
Witness Protection
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
41%synergy
Staggering Insight
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Curiosity
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Flaming Fist
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
True Conviction
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Sidequest: Catch a Fish
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sentinel's Eyes
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Felidar Retreat
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Shardmage's Rescue
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Chains of Custody
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Stasis Snare
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Angelic Destiny
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Timely Ward
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Twinblade Blessing
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Due Diligence
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Banishing Light
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Sword Coast Sailor
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
All That Glitters
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Faith Unbroken
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Dictate of Kruphix
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Confiscate
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Combat Research
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Iona's Blessing
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Gobakhan
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Utility Lands
Faerie Conclave
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Buried Ruin
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Moorland Haunt
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Forbidding Watchtower
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Rogue's Passage
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Roadside Reliquary
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Seat of the Synod
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-1%synergy
Sejiri Steppe
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Maze's End
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Mishra's Factory
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
4%synergy
Cryptic Caves
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Crawling Barrens
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Access Tunnel
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Mobilized District
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
-12%synergy
Sol Ring
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
-15%synergy
Sky Diamond
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
34%synergy
Azorius Signet
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
-14%synergy
Talisman of Progress
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
-22%synergy
Commander's Sphere
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-1%synergy
Hedron Archive
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Moonsnare Prototype
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Marble Diamond
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Gilded Lotus
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Cultivator's Caravan
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Midnight Clock
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
7%synergy
Mind Stone
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-12%synergy
Thought Vessel
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-28%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion7 decks7 decks
4%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion7 decks7 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
0%synergy
Evolving Wilds
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
41%synergy
Tranquil Cove
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
38%synergy
Port Town
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
-4%synergy
Prairie Stream
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
-23%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
5%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
22%synergy
Myriad Landscape
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Azorius Guildgate
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
22%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
-7%synergy
Glacial Fortress
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-48%synergy
Azorius Chancery
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-22%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
4%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Exotic Orchard
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-13%synergy
Meandering River
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Lonely Arroyo
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Skybridge Towers
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Ash Barrens
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Razortide Bridge
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
0%synergy
Sejiri Refuge
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
7%synergy
Demolition Field
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Jwari Disruption
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Path of Ancestry
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
0%synergy
Opal Palace
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Sunken Citadel
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Spire of Industry
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Power Depot
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Thriving Isle
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Esper Panorama
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Thriving Heath
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-30%synergy
Obscura Storefront
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
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