Squall, SeeD Mercenary (Commander) - Optimized Reanimator

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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Moxfield
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MTGStocks
Ral Zarek, Guest Lecturer
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Erode
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Super Shredder
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Arnyn, Deathbloom Botanist
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Emeritus of Woe
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Buried Alive
75%inclusion33 decks44 decks
69%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
59%inclusion26 decks44 decks
56%synergy
Accursed Marauder
64%inclusion28 decks44 decks
56%synergy
Shadowspear
59%inclusion26 decks44 decks
56%synergy
Grand Abolisher
64%inclusion28 decks44 decks
55%synergy
Entomb
59%inclusion26 decks44 decks
53%synergy
Shizo, Death's Storehouse
57%inclusion25 decks44 decks
52%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
52%inclusion23 decks44 decks
51%synergy
Rogue's Passage
70%inclusion31 decks44 decks
51%synergy
Dauthi Voidwalker
57%inclusion25 decks44 decks
50%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
73%inclusion32 decks44 decks
9%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
73%inclusion32 decks44 decks
48%synergy
Dark Ritual
64%inclusion28 decks44 decks
39%synergy
Path to Exile
61%inclusion27 decks44 decks
12%synergy
Esper Sentinel
57%inclusion25 decks44 decks
39%synergy
Plaguecrafter
52%inclusion23 decks44 decks
48%synergy
Lightning Greaves
50%inclusion22 decks44 decks
30%synergy
Key to the City
48%inclusion21 decks44 decks
45%synergy
Boromir, Warden of the Tower
48%inclusion21 decks44 decks
42%synergy
Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER
48%inclusion21 decks44 decks
41%synergy
Game Changers
Demonic Tutor
57%inclusion25 decks44 decks
41%synergy
Teferi's Protection
50%inclusion22 decks44 decks
35%synergy
Smothering Tithe
50%inclusion22 decks44 decks
28%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
50%inclusion22 decks44 decks
39%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
50%inclusion22 decks44 decks
39%synergy
Ancient Tomb
41%inclusion18 decks44 decks
35%synergy
Orcish Bowmasters
36%inclusion16 decks44 decks
31%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
32%inclusion14 decks44 decks
28%synergy
The One Ring
27%inclusion12 decks44 decks
21%synergy
Opposition Agent
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
20%synergy
Creatures
Cathar Commando
45%inclusion20 decks44 decks
39%synergy
Blood Artist
43%inclusion19 decks44 decks
13%synergy
Bastion Protector
43%inclusion19 decks44 decks
40%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
43%inclusion19 decks44 decks
42%synergy
Mother of Runes
41%inclusion18 decks44 decks
31%synergy
Warren Soultrader
41%inclusion18 decks44 decks
32%synergy
Fleshbag Marauder
39%inclusion17 decks44 decks
35%synergy
Elas il-Kor, Sadistic Pilgrim
39%inclusion17 decks44 decks
4%synergy
Voice of Victory
39%inclusion17 decks44 decks
33%synergy
Braids, Arisen Nightmare
39%inclusion17 decks44 decks
27%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
36%inclusion16 decks44 decks
35%synergy
Selfless Spirit
36%inclusion16 decks44 decks
25%synergy
Stitcher's Supplier
36%inclusion16 decks44 decks
34%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
34%inclusion15 decks44 decks
31%synergy
Zulaport Cutthroat
32%inclusion14 decks44 decks
10%synergy
Jirina, Dauntless General
32%inclusion14 decks44 decks
29%synergy
Lotho, Corrupt Shirriff
27%inclusion12 decks44 decks
8%synergy
Lurrus of the Dream-Den
27%inclusion12 decks44 decks
18%synergy
Giver of Runes
27%inclusion12 decks44 decks
23%synergy
Umbral Collar Zealot
23%inclusion9 decks39 decks
14%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
17%synergy
Forsaken Miner
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
22%synergy
Skyclave Apparition
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
17%synergy
Gravecrawler
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
16%synergy
Selfless Savior
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
16%synergy
Heliod, Sun-Crowned
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
13%synergy
Leonin Relic-Warder
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
16%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
9%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
16%synergy
Zack Fair
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
14%synergy
Twilight Diviner
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Bitterbloom Bearer
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
12%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
11%synergy
Cruel Celebrant
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
-9%synergy
Benevolent Bodyguard
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
14%synergy
Fang, Fearless l'Cie
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
15%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
5%synergy
Sun Titan
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
2%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
11%synergy
Moonshadow
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Morbid Opportunist
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
0%synergy
Merciless Executioner
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
10%synergy
Archon of Emeria
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
10%synergy
Demon's Disciple
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
9%synergy
Grave Researcher
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Merchant of Venom
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Witch Enchanter
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
-3%synergy
Corpse Knight
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
-3%synergy
Vengeful Bloodwitch
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
4%synergy
Wall of Omens
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Deadly Rollick
34%inclusion15 decks44 decks
22%synergy
Silence
32%inclusion14 decks44 decks
28%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
25%inclusion11 decks44 decks
-16%synergy
Deadly Dispute
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
1%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
10%synergy
Despark
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
-13%synergy
Culling the Weak
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
12%synergy
Fracture
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
-4%synergy
Orim's Chant
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
12%synergy
Dawn's Truce
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
4%synergy
Cabal Ritual
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
9%synergy
Reprieve
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
3%synergy
Fatal Push
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
8%synergy
Imp's Mischief
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
5%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
7%synergy
Mortify
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
-13%synergy
Generous Gift
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
-14%synergy
Restoration Magic
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
5%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
0%synergy
Darkblast
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
7%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
-5%synergy
Disenchant
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
3%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
2%synergy
Inkshield
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
-12%synergy
Akroma's Will
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
0%synergy
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5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Reanimate
43%inclusion19 decks44 decks
27%synergy
Damn
41%inclusion18 decks44 decks
8%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
13%synergy
Victimize
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
5%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
22%synergy
Diabolic Intent
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
11%synergy
Unmarked Grave
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
13%synergy
Open the Armory
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
12%synergy
Toxic Deluge
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
-1%synergy
Unearth
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
8%synergy
Single Combat
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
12%synergy
Social Snub
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Vindicate
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
-3%synergy
Beseech the Mirror
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Austere Command
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
-10%synergy
Imperial Seal
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
4%synergy
Feed the Swarm
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
-1%synergy
Insatiable Avarice
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
3%synergy
Grim Tutor
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
3%synergy
Resentful Revelation
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Fated Clash
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Buster Sword
48%inclusion21 decks44 decks
46%synergy
Mask of Memory
45%inclusion20 decks44 decks
44%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
43%inclusion19 decks44 decks
42%synergy
Basilisk Collar
32%inclusion14 decks44 decks
30%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
27%inclusion12 decks44 decks
26%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
25%inclusion11 decks44 decks
24%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
25%inclusion11 decks44 decks
23%synergy
Skullclamp
25%inclusion11 decks44 decks
-2%synergy
Colossus Hammer
25%inclusion11 decks44 decks
24%synergy
Commander's Plate
25%inclusion11 decks44 decks
24%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
22%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
21%synergy
Phyrexian Altar
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
9%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
16%synergy
Bolas's Citadel
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
2%synergy
Vexing Bauble
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
15%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
13%synergy
Zephyr Boots
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
13%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
13%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
11%synergy
Thran Power Suit
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
13%synergy
Ashnod's Altar
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
-5%synergy
Celestial Armor
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
13%synergy
Sword of the Animist
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
11%synergy
Nettlecyst
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
10%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
11%synergy
Altar of Dementia
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
7%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
11%synergy
Genji Glove
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
10%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
9%synergy
Haunted Cloak
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
8%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
7%synergy
Jet Medallion
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
3%synergy
Lion Heart
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
9%synergy
Mithril Coat
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
4%synergy
Expedition Map
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
4%synergy
Bilbo's Ring
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Nihil Spellbomb
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Champion's Helm
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Executioner's Capsule
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
7%synergy
Wedding Invitation
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
6%synergy
The Masamune
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Animate Dead
45%inclusion20 decks44 decks
36%synergy
Ripples of Undeath
43%inclusion19 decks44 decks
37%synergy
Kaya's Ghostform
39%inclusion17 decks44 decks
29%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
32%inclusion14 decks44 decks
29%synergy
Idolized
32%inclusion14 decks44 decks
30%synergy
Ghostly Prison
32%inclusion14 decks44 decks
17%synergy
Spirit Mantle
30%inclusion13 decks44 decks
25%synergy
Blind Obedience
27%inclusion12 decks44 decks
10%synergy
Teval's Judgment
27%inclusion12 decks44 decks
25%synergy
Bastion of Remembrance
27%inclusion12 decks44 decks
9%synergy
Seal of Cleansing
25%inclusion11 decks44 decks
22%synergy
Forge Anew
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
22%synergy
All That Glitters
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
15%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
17%synergy
Black Market Connections
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
1%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
5%synergy
Necromancy
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
18%synergy
Aura of Silence
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
18%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
-9%synergy
Bitterblossom
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
8%synergy
The Meathook Massacre
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
1%synergy
Dance of the Dead
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
9%synergy
Grave Pact
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
2%synergy
Brilliant Wings
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Seal of Doom
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
8%synergy
Necropotence
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
3%synergy
Chthonian Nightmare
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Land Tax
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
-2%synergy
Mornsong Aria
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
-2%synergy
Grasp of Fate
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
3%synergy
Tocasia's Welcome
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
2%synergy
Glasswing Grace
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
-1%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
3%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
4%synergy
Rule of Law
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Bloodchief Ascension
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
3%synergy
Oppression
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Tortured Existence
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Planeswalkers
Liliana of the Veil
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
8%synergy
Utility Lands
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
41%inclusion18 decks44 decks
20%synergy
Vault of the Archangel
39%inclusion17 decks44 decks
5%synergy
Command Beacon
36%inclusion16 decks44 decks
33%synergy
Midgar, City of Mako
36%inclusion16 decks44 decks
31%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
34%inclusion15 decks44 decks
23%synergy
Bojuka Bog
30%inclusion13 decks44 decks
-14%synergy
Phyrexian Tower
30%inclusion13 decks44 decks
13%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
30%inclusion13 decks44 decks
20%synergy
Urza's Saga
27%inclusion12 decks44 decks
22%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
15%synergy
Strip Mine
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
21%synergy
The Black Gate
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
18%synergy
Volrath's Stronghold
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
19%synergy
Reliquary Tower
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
-2%synergy
Cathedral of War
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
17%synergy
Cabal Coffers
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
4%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
15%synergy
Minas Tirith
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Access Tunnel
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
11%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
11%synergy
Witch's Clinic
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
10%synergy
War Room
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
4%synergy
High Market
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
0%synergy
Eden, Seat of the Sanctum
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
11%synergy
Westvale Abbey
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
1%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
5%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Ancient Den
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
5%synergy
Wasteland
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Hall of the Bandit Lord
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
7%synergy
Minas Morgul, Dark Fortress
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Barad-dûr
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
5%synergy
Castle Locthwain
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
-3%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
98%inclusion43 decks44 decks
13%synergy
Arcane Signet
82%inclusion36 decks44 decks
2%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
48%inclusion21 decks44 decks
-5%synergy
Blitzball
30%inclusion13 decks44 decks
27%synergy
Lotus Petal
27%inclusion12 decks44 decks
24%synergy
Mind Stone
27%inclusion12 decks44 decks
4%synergy
Orzhov Signet
25%inclusion11 decks44 decks
-30%synergy
Mox Opal
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
21%synergy
Mox Amber
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
17%synergy
Fellwar Stone
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
-3%synergy
Mana Vault
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
11%synergy
Commander's Sphere
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
-4%synergy
Chrome Mox
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Mox Diamond
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
7%synergy
The Soul Stone
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
1%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
98%inclusion43 decks44 decks
11%synergy
Swamp
86%inclusion38 decks44 decks
-11%synergy
Plains
86%inclusion38 decks44 decks
-11%synergy
Godless Shrine
82%inclusion36 decks44 decks
31%synergy
Vault of Champions
70%inclusion31 decks44 decks
31%synergy
Caves of Koilos
64%inclusion28 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Marsh Flats
61%inclusion27 decks44 decks
31%synergy
Shattered Sanctum
59%inclusion26 decks44 decks
23%synergy
Bleachbone Verge
55%inclusion24 decks44 decks
31%synergy
Isolated Chapel
52%inclusion23 decks44 decks
-14%synergy
Shadowy Backstreet
50%inclusion22 decks44 decks
27%synergy
Silent Clearing
45%inclusion20 decks44 decks
30%synergy
Fetid Heath
43%inclusion19 decks44 decks
3%synergy
Brightclimb Pathway
34%inclusion15 decks44 decks
7%synergy
Concealed Courtyard
32%inclusion14 decks44 decks
11%synergy
Fabled Passage
30%inclusion13 decks44 decks
19%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
27%inclusion12 decks44 decks
21%synergy
Mana Confluence
25%inclusion11 decks44 decks
22%synergy
Tainted Field
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
-28%synergy
Shineshadow Snarl
23%inclusion10 decks44 decks
-19%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
17%synergy
Arid Mesa
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
14%synergy
Scrubland
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
9%synergy
Polluted Delta
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
15%synergy
City of Brass
20%inclusion9 decks44 decks
17%synergy
Windswept Heath
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
12%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
13%synergy
Reflecting Pool
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
15%synergy
Evolving Wilds
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
-2%synergy
Orzhov Basilica
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
-22%synergy
Prismatic Vista
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
10%synergy
Desolate Mire
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
-1%synergy
Flooded Strand
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
10%synergy
Starting Town
16%inclusion7 decks44 decks
15%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
0%synergy
Scoured Barrens
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
-10%synergy
Temple of Silence
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
-26%synergy
Exotic Orchard
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
-14%synergy
Urza's Cave
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
10%synergy
Cavern of Souls
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Turbulent Moor
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-5%synergy
Eclipsed Steppe
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-5%synergy
Witch Enchanter
9.1%inclusion4 decks44 decks
-3%synergy
Glasswing Grace
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
-1%synergy
Sunlit Marsh
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
-4%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
-5%synergy
Path of Ancestry
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
-16%synergy
Glimmervoid
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
7%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
5%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
2%synergy