Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar (Commander) - Optimized Equipment

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Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Kediss, Emberclaw 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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Masterwork of Ingenuity
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
93%synergy
Colossus Hammer
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
89%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
88%synergy
Open the Armory
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
87%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
82%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
82%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
75%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
73%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
70%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
69%synergy
Top Cards
Boros Charm
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
32%synergy
Fighter Class
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
69%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
37%synergy
Game Changers
Jeska's Will
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
64%synergy
Ancient Tomb
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
73%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
64%synergy
Teferi's Protection
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
44%synergy
Smothering Tithe
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
21%synergy
Underworld Breach
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Chrome Mox
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Creatures
Esper Sentinel
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Grand Abolisher
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
50%synergy
Lizard Blades
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
52%synergy
Monk Gyatso
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
50%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
29%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
37%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
28%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
26%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
6%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Foundry Inspector
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
10%synergy
Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
10%synergy
Giver of Runes
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Mother of Runes
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Treasonous Ogre
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Bastion Protector
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Rabbit Battery
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
10%synergy
Hellkite Charger
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Champion of the Flame
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
10%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Birgi, God of Storytelling
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Instants
Flawless Maneuver
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
42%synergy
Dispatch
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
26%synergy
Chance for Glory
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
37%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Wear // Tear
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Deflecting Swat
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
24%synergy
Path to Exile
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
-17%synergy
Deflecting Palm
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
21%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
37%synergy
Chaos Warp
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-11%synergy
Loran's Escape
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Outmaneuver
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Unleash Fury
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Take the Bait
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Angel's Grace
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Thraben Charm
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Inventory Management
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Surge of Salvation
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Demand Answers
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
11%synergy
Bolt Bend
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Heliod's Intervention
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Apostle's Blessing
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Pyroblast
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Reprieve
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
11%synergy
Wild Slash
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Generous Gift
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-13%synergy
Akroma's Will
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
8%synergy
Valakut Awakening
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Sorceries
United Battlefront
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Blasphemous Act
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Seize the Day
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Shatter the Sky
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Vandalblast
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
5%synergy
Faithless Looting
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
4%synergy
Jolted Awake
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Single Combat
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Winds of Rath
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Dragonfire Blade
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
64%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
63%synergy
Genji Glove
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
59%synergy
Nettlecyst
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
53%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
54%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
50%synergy
Thran Power Suit
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
54%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
53%synergy
Shadowspear
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
50%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
57%synergy
Commander's Plate
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
54%synergy
Sunforger
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
45%synergy
Mithril Coat
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
29%synergy
Leyline Axe
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Sculpting Steel
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
33%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
39%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
38%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Lightning Greaves
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
11%synergy
Sword of the Animist
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
22%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
33%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
27%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
31%synergy
Basilisk Collar
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
26%synergy
Buster Sword
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
25%synergy
Cori-Steel Cutter
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Team Pennant
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Gavel of the Righteous
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Fiendlash
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
T-45 Power Armor
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Robe of Stars
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Prowler's Helm
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Nim Deathmantle
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Armory of Iroas
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Barrow-Blade
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Expedition Map
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Scythe of the Wretched
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Enchantments
Sigarda's Aid
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
48%synergy
All That Glitters
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
52%synergy
Aggravated Assault
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Forge Anew
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
30%synergy
Noble Heritage
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Fiery Emancipation
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Tavern Brawler
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Spirit Mantle
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Idolized
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Guild Artisan
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Oblivion Ring
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Land Tax
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
9%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
38%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
49%synergy
Urza's Saga
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
50%synergy
Ancient Den
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
27%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Buried Ruin
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
26%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
38%synergy
War Room
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
31%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
31%synergy
Witch's Clinic
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Urza's Tower
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Urza's Mine
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Blinkmoth Nexus
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Cathedral of War
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Urza's Workshop
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Inventors' Fair
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
11%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
3%synergy
Monumental Henge
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Homeward Path
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Strip Mine
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Urza's Power Plant
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Great Furnace
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
7%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
-5%synergy
Arcane Signet
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
-40%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
-12%synergy
Mox Amber
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Boros Signet
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-31%synergy
The Irencrag
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Mind Stone
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-5%synergy
Mox Opal
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Sacred Foundry
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
54%synergy
Battlefield Forge
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
44%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
2%synergy
Spectator Seating
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
61%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
100%inclusion5 decks5 decks
35%synergy
Rugged Prairie
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
38%synergy
Sundown Pass
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
24%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
34%synergy
Arid Mesa
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
31%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
43%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
37%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
23%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
36%synergy
Prismatic Vista
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
14%synergy
Planar Nexus
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Exotic Orchard
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-9%synergy
Urza's Cave
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-24%synergy
Temple of Triumph
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-18%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Boros Garrison
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-18%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
-4%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
3%synergy
Path of Ancestry
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
4%synergy
Plateau
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
8%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Mana Confluence
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
16%synergy
Valakut Awakening
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
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