Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Tana, the Bloodsower (Commander) - Optimized

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Tana, the Bloodsower
Rank #1,523
27decks
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
Choreographed Sparks
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Improvised Arsenal
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
89%inclusion24 decks27 decks
82%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
74%inclusion20 decks27 decks
70%synergy
Belt of Giant Strength
63%inclusion17 decks27 decks
62%synergy
Skullclamp
74%inclusion20 decks27 decks
59%synergy
Esper Sentinel
70%inclusion19 decks27 decks
58%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
59%inclusion16 decks27 decks
56%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
52%inclusion14 decks27 decks
50%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
48%inclusion13 decks27 decks
47%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
52%inclusion14 decks27 decks
47%synergy
Avacyn's Pilgrim
56%inclusion15 decks27 decks
44%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
74%inclusion20 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Birds of Paradise
59%inclusion16 decks27 decks
36%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
52%inclusion14 decks27 decks
30%synergy
Elvish Mystic
52%inclusion14 decks27 decks
40%synergy
Llanowar Elves
52%inclusion14 decks27 decks
36%synergy
Open the Armory
48%inclusion13 decks27 decks
43%synergy
Eladamri's Call
48%inclusion13 decks27 decks
39%synergy
Chord of Calling
48%inclusion13 decks27 decks
43%synergy
Sylvan Library
48%inclusion13 decks27 decks
40%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
48%inclusion13 decks27 decks
42%synergy
Game Changers
Ancient Tomb
52%inclusion14 decks27 decks
46%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
52%inclusion14 decks27 decks
39%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
39%synergy
Crop Rotation
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
33%synergy
Worldly Tutor
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
28%synergy
Smothering Tithe
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
24%synergy
Chrome Mox
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
34%synergy
Teferi's Protection
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
17%synergy
The One Ring
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
29%synergy
Aura Shards
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Creatures
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
45%inclusion9 decks20 decks
38%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
41%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
35%synergy
Delighted Halfling
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
31%synergy
Fyndhorn Elves
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
30%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
29%synergy
Toski, Bearer of Secrets
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
25%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
27%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
26%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
29%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
27%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
23%synergy
Grand Abolisher
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
21%synergy
Aven Mindcensor
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
24%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Witch Enchanter
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
15%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Lion Sash
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
19%synergy
Ethersworn Canonist
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
22%synergy
Endurance
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
21%synergy
Voice of Victory
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Bloom Tender
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Sigarda, Font of Blessings
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Ohran Frostfang
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Elvish Spirit Guide
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Aven Interrupter
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Jetmir, Nexus of Revels
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Lizard Blades
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Professor Hojo
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
7%synergy
Fear of Missing Out
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
15%synergy
Eternal Witness
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Eidolon of Rhetoric
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Danitha, New Benalia's Light
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Kiki-Jiki, Mirror Breaker
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Shalai, Voice of Plenty
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Archon of Emeria
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Brightglass Gearhulk
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Collector Ouphe
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Relic Seeker
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Felidar Guardian
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Instants
Deflecting Swat
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
32%synergy
Path to Exile
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
-13%synergy
Generous Gift
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Boros Charm
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
1%synergy
Heroic Intervention
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
-13%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Veil of Summer
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Dawn's Truce
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Silence
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
15%synergy
Get Lost
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Pyroblast
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Chaos Warp
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
-5%synergy
Clever Concealment
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Legolas's Quick Reflexes
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Akroma's Will
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
-5%synergy
Enter the Avatar State
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Naya Charm
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Force of Vigor
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Archdruid's Charm
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Nature's Claim
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Final Showdown
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Legion Leadership
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Inventory Management
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Final Fortune
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Noxious Revival
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Wear // Tear
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Tithe
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Beast Within
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-23%synergy
Thraben Charm
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Cosmic Rebirth
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Great Train Heist
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Surge of Salvation
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Reprieve
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Unexpectedly Absent
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Restoration Magic
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Eldritch Evolution
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
41%synergy
Jeska's Will
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Finale of Devastation
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Nature's Rhythm
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Green Sun's Zenith
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Farewell
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Nature's Lore
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
-23%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Gamble
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Three Visits
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-16%synergy
Vandalblast
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
2%synergy
Farseek
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-36%synergy
Blasphemous Act
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-14%synergy
Rite of Flame
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Sylvan Scrying
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Skyshroud Claim
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-1%synergy
Triumph of the Hordes
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Winds of Abandon
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Rampant Growth
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-31%synergy
Time of Need
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Natural Order
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Sundering Eruption
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Search for Glory
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Utility Artifacts
The Reaver Cleaver
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
40%synergy
Helm of the Host
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
41%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
40%synergy
Shadowspear
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
41%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
41%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
34%synergy
Buster Sword
35%inclusion7 decks20 decks
27%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
32%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
33%synergy
Sunforger
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
28%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
23%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
23%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
25%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Argentum Armor
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
21%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Staff of Titania
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
22%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
19%synergy
Sword of the Animist
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
20%inclusion4 decks20 decks
13%synergy
Lightning Greaves
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
-7%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Fireshrieker
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Leyline Axe
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Nettlecyst
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Thran Power Suit
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Mithril Coat
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Lost Jitte
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
15%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Scepter of Celebration
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Basilisk Collar
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Birthing Pod
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
15%synergy
Robe of Stars
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Embercleave
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Crown of Gondor
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Horn of Valhalla
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Mask of Memory
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Genji Glove
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Wild Growth
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
28%synergy
Fighter Class
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
31%synergy
Carpet of Flowers
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
28%synergy
Forge Anew
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
25%synergy
Impact Tremors
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Deafening Silence
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
20%synergy
High Noon
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Aggravated Assault
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
All That Glitters
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Raised by Giants
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
2%synergy
Survival of the Fittest
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Blind Obedience
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
1%synergy
Breath of Fury
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Warleader's Call
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-2%synergy
Land Tax
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Goblin Bombardment
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
1%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Ikoria
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Planeswalkers
Minsc & Boo, Timeless Heroes
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Vivien on the Hunt
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Boseiju, Who Endures
59%inclusion16 decks27 decks
43%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
52%inclusion14 decks27 decks
33%synergy
Urza's Saga
48%inclusion13 decks27 decks
43%synergy
Rogue's Passage
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
-8%synergy
Buried Ruin
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Arena of Glory
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Shifting Woodland
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Three Tree City
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Evendo, Waking Haven
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
7%synergy
Tree of Tales
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Fomori Vault
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Mistveil Plains
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Axgard Armory
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Kessig Wolf Run
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-5%synergy
Ancient Den
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
2%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Gavony Township
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-1%synergy
Skarrg, the Rage Pits
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Field of the Dead
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Great Furnace
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Inventors' Fair
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion27 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Arcane Signet
67%inclusion18 decks27 decks
-8%synergy
Mox Opal
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
24%synergy
Mana Vault
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Mox Diamond
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Lotus Petal
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
15%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Talisman of Unity
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
10%synergy
The Aetherspark
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
10%synergy
Grim Monolith
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Fellwar Stone
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
1%synergy
Herd Heirloom
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion27 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Forest
85%inclusion23 decks27 decks
-12%synergy
Temple Garden
85%inclusion23 decks27 decks
43%synergy
Stomping Ground
81%inclusion22 decks27 decks
38%synergy
Plains
81%inclusion22 decks27 decks
-15%synergy
Sacred Foundry
74%inclusion20 decks27 decks
34%synergy
Mountain
74%inclusion20 decks27 decks
-21%synergy
Windswept Heath
70%inclusion19 decks27 decks
39%synergy
Wooded Foothills
67%inclusion18 decks27 decks
37%synergy
Arid Mesa
67%inclusion18 decks27 decks
39%synergy
Exotic Orchard
52%inclusion14 decks27 decks
-1%synergy
Spectator Seating
48%inclusion13 decks27 decks
23%synergy
Plateau
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
34%synergy
Marsh Flats
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
39%synergy
Taiga
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
30%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
35%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Savannah
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
30%synergy
Flooded Strand
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
35%synergy
Jetmir's Garden
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
0%synergy
Misty Rainforest
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
31%synergy
Spire Garden
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Mana Confluence
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
31%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
32%synergy
City of Brass
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
30%synergy
Commercial District
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
25%synergy
Scalding Tarn
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
25%synergy
Elegant Parlor
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
19%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
23%synergy
Witch Enchanter
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
18%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
22%synergy
Lush Portico
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Cinder Glade
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
-27%synergy
Rockfall Vale
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
-5%synergy
Sundown Pass
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Brushland
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
-3%synergy
Battlefield Forge
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
-5%synergy
Karplusan Forest
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
1%synergy
Spire of Industry
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Hushwood Verge
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Canopy Vista
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
-34%synergy
Rugged Prairie
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Sungrass Prairie
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-5%synergy
Horizon Canopy
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-28%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Copperline Gorge
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Legion Leadership
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy