Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist (Commander)

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
Rank #3,274
50decks
Background image for What If Commander Damage Didn't Exist?
Levi Perry
Nov 20, 2025
What If Commander Damage Didn't Exist?
What if we got rid of commander damage? Or switched to cumulative commander damage? Let's look at the possibilities.
Deck Filters
Cardsphere
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Sram, Senior Edificer
70%inclusion35 decks50 decks
55%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
64%inclusion32 decks50 decks
54%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
60%inclusion30 decks50 decks
53%synergy
Open the Armory
66%inclusion33 decks50 decks
53%synergy
Colossus Hammer
56%inclusion28 decks50 decks
51%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
56%inclusion28 decks50 decks
48%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
54%inclusion27 decks50 decks
46%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
48%inclusion24 decks50 decks
43%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
54%inclusion27 decks50 decks
42%synergy
Basilisk Collar
46%inclusion23 decks50 decks
39%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
60%inclusion30 decks50 decks
24%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
58%inclusion29 decks50 decks
-18%synergy
Path to Exile
56%inclusion28 decks50 decks
-12%synergy
Sword of the Animist
52%inclusion26 decks50 decks
33%synergy
All That Glitters
50%inclusion25 decks50 decks
38%synergy
Foundry Inspector
44%inclusion22 decks50 decks
38%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
44%inclusion22 decks50 decks
34%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
42%inclusion21 decks50 decks
36%synergy
Shadowspear
40%inclusion20 decks50 decks
31%synergy
Mask of Memory
40%inclusion20 decks50 decks
32%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
32%inclusion16 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Smothering Tithe
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
-12%synergy
Teferi's Protection
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
-16%synergy
Creatures
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
38%inclusion19 decks50 decks
35%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
32%inclusion16 decks50 decks
29%synergy
Sun Titan
32%inclusion16 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Stone Haven Outfitter
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
29%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
27%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
26%synergy
Giver of Runes
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
20%synergy
Esper Sentinel
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
-7%synergy
Kor Duelist
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
24%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
20%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
21%synergy
Starnheim Courser
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
15%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
-1%synergy
Armament Master
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
20%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Balan, Wandering Knight
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
17%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Leonin Abunas
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Kor Sanctifiers
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
16%synergy
Grand Abolisher
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
-4%synergy
Taj-Nar Swordsmith
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
13%synergy
Kor Outfitter
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Kor Cartographer
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Kitesail Apprentice
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Kor Spiritdancer
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Lion Sash
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Thunderous Orator
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
-16%synergy
Leonin Shikari
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Kor Blademaster
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Cliff Threader
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Marsh Threader
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-6%synergy
Stone Haven Pilgrim
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Serra Ascendant
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Relic Seeker
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Emeria Shepherd
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-6%synergy
Brass Squire
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Mesa Enchantress
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Kor Celebrant
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Cliffside Rescuer
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Oswald Fiddlebender
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-14%synergy
Kor Hookmaster
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Dawnglare Invoker
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
-8%synergy
Dispatch
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
19%synergy
Disenchant
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Dawn Charm
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Reprieve
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Return to Dust
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
-10%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-17%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Argivian Find
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Valorous Stance
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Gods Willing
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Clever Concealment
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-4%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
0%synergy
Angel's Grace
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Oblation
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Mana Tithe
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-6%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-7%synergy
Sorceries
Divine Reckoning
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
18%synergy
Austere Command
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
-9%synergy
Single Combat
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Wrath of God
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Winds of Rath
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Gift of Estates
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Cut a Deal
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Farewell
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
-15%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Nomads' Assembly
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
38%inclusion19 decks50 decks
35%synergy
Commander's Plate
38%inclusion19 decks50 decks
26%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
31%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
30%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
31%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
30%synergy
Argentum Armor
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
31%synergy
Nettlecyst
32%inclusion16 decks50 decks
29%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
32%inclusion16 decks50 decks
29%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
25%synergy
Pearl Medallion
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
-28%synergy
Plate Armor
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
27%synergy
Mithril Coat
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
23%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
23%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
24%synergy
Fireshrieker
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
22%synergy
Leyline Axe
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Celestial Armor
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Explorer's Scope
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
20%synergy
Darksteel Plate
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
19%synergy
Lightning Greaves
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
-6%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
18%synergy
Genji Glove
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
16%synergy
Champion's Helm
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
15%synergy
Hero's Blade
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
17%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
16%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
14%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
13%synergy
Thran Power Suit
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Sigiled Sword of Valeron
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
15%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Captain's Claws
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
13%synergy
Robe of Stars
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Skullclamp
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
-4%synergy
Cliffhaven Kitesail
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Sculpting Steel
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Helm of the Host
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Sword of Hours
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Assault Suit
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Grappling Hook
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Greatsword of Tyr
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
23%synergy
Ghostly Prison
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
15%synergy
Land Tax
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
-8%synergy
Spirit Mantle
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
15%synergy
Armored Ascension
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
16%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
0%synergy
Hyena Umbra
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Timely Ward
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Blind Obedience
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Ethereal Armor
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Super State
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Angelic Gift
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
-9%synergy
Felidar Umbra
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Brave the Sands
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Pacifism
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Angelic Destiny
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Light of Promise
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Oblivion Ring
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Retreat to Emeria
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
1%synergy
With Great Power...
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
-4%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
-8%synergy
Daybreak Coronet
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
0%synergy
Quest for the Holy Relic
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Smuggler's Share
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-3%synergy
Vow of Duty
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Pariah
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-1%synergy
Celestial Mantle
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Battle Mastery
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
1%synergy
Monologue Tax
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
0%synergy
Rule of Law
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Martial Impetus
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Ossification
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
0%synergy
Guildscorn Ward
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Banishing Light
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Sage's Reverie
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-1%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
29%synergy
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
42%inclusion21 decks50 decks
16%synergy
Temple of the False God
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Ancient Den
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Buried Ruin
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Inventors' Fair
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
-20%synergy
War Room
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
-21%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Reliquary Tower
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
-9%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
1%synergy
Urza's Tower
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Urza's Mine
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Urza's Power Plant
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
-22%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Kor Haven
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Secluded Steppe
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Volatile Fault
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Maze of Ith
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Minas Tirith
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-22%synergy
Urza's Saga
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-13%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
76%inclusion38 decks50 decks
-8%synergy
Arcane Signet
44%inclusion22 decks50 decks
-14%synergy
Mind Stone
40%inclusion20 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Marble Diamond
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Thran Dynamo
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Commander's Sphere
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
7%synergy
The Aetherspark
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Thought Vessel
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Fellwar Stone
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Extraplanar Lens
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Gauntlet of Power
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-8%synergy
Worn Powerstone
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Coldsteel Heart
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Plains
94%inclusion47 decks50 decks
1%synergy
Command Tower
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
15%synergy
Myriad Landscape
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
-16%synergy
Evolving Wilds
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Path of Ancestry
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
-6%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-3%synergy