Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Barnabas Tharmr (Commander)

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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
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
13%inclusion11 decks86 decks
10%synergy
Redirect Lightning
4.3%inclusion7 decks163 decks
0%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
2.4%inclusion2 decks84 decks
-2%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
1.3%inclusion1 decks80 decks
-4%synergy
Spirit Water Revival
1.2%inclusion1 decks83 decks
-2%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Stoneforge Mystic
61%inclusion319 decks526 decks
56%synergy
Colossus Hammer
60%inclusion315 decks526 decks
55%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
60%inclusion313 decks526 decks
55%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
60%inclusion318 decks526 decks
54%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
53%inclusion277 decks526 decks
51%synergy
The Reality Chip
51%inclusion268 decks526 decks
47%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
52%inclusion274 decks526 decks
46%synergy
Open the Armory
48%inclusion251 decks526 decks
42%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
47%inclusion249 decks526 decks
42%synergy
Helm of the Host
46%inclusion243 decks526 decks
41%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
71%inclusion372 decks526 decks
2%synergy
Esper Sentinel
53%inclusion280 decks526 decks
34%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
46%inclusion243 decks526 decks
22%synergy
Fighter Class
45%inclusion236 decks526 decks
41%synergy
Path to Exile
43%inclusion227 decks526 decks
-6%synergy
Sunforger
43%inclusion225 decks526 decks
39%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
42%inclusion221 decks526 decks
41%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
42%inclusion220 decks526 decks
35%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
41%inclusion217 decks526 decks
33%synergy
Skullclamp
41%inclusion216 decks526 decks
30%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
45%inclusion238 decks526 decks
30%synergy
Rhystic Study
37%inclusion197 decks526 decks
18%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
36%inclusion187 decks526 decks
20%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
33%inclusion172 decks526 decks
15%synergy
Ancient Tomb
32%inclusion168 decks526 decks
24%synergy
Smothering Tithe
26%inclusion139 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Mana Vault
26%inclusion136 decks526 decks
21%synergy
Force of Will
25%inclusion129 decks526 decks
18%synergy
The One Ring
23%inclusion123 decks526 decks
16%synergy
Gamble
23%inclusion122 decks526 decks
17%synergy
Creatures
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
40%inclusion210 decks526 decks
37%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
37%inclusion87 decks234 decks
35%synergy
Lizard Blades
32%inclusion167 decks526 decks
30%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
30%inclusion158 decks526 decks
27%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
29%inclusion151 decks526 decks
24%synergy
Lion Sash
27%inclusion140 decks526 decks
25%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
23%inclusion119 decks526 decks
15%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
22%inclusion117 decks526 decks
19%synergy
Grand Abolisher
22%inclusion115 decks526 decks
15%synergy
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
21%inclusion110 decks526 decks
17%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
20%inclusion106 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
19%inclusion99 decks526 decks
16%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
19%inclusion99 decks526 decks
18%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
19%inclusion98 decks526 decks
6%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
19%inclusion95 decks512 decks
15%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
18%inclusion97 decks526 decks
15%synergy
Witch Enchanter
18%inclusion80 decks439 decks
11%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
18%inclusion93 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
17%inclusion90 decks526 decks
15%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
15%inclusion80 decks526 decks
14%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
15%inclusion79 decks526 decks
15%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
15%inclusion79 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
15%inclusion78 decks526 decks
13%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
14%inclusion75 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
14%inclusion73 decks526 decks
12%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
14%inclusion73 decks526 decks
12%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
13%inclusion68 decks526 decks
12%synergy
Dockside Extortionist
13%inclusion68 decks526 decks
11%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
12%inclusion63 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
12%inclusion49 decks419 decks
9%synergy
Shimmer Dragon
11%inclusion60 decks526 decks
11%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
11%inclusion59 decks526 decks
2%synergy
Voice of Victory
11%inclusion30 decks269 decks
7%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
11%inclusion45 decks408 decks
6%synergy
Serra Ascendant
11%inclusion56 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Goblin Engineer
10%inclusion55 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
10%inclusion53 decks526 decks
7%synergy
Dauntless Dismantler
10%inclusion51 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
10%inclusion50 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
9.3%inclusion49 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Trophy Mage
9.3%inclusion49 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Loyal Retainers
9.3%inclusion49 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Mother of Runes
9.3%inclusion49 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Mockingbird
9.0%inclusion37 decks409 decks
7%synergy
Aven Mindcensor
8.9%inclusion47 decks526 decks
7%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
8.6%inclusion45 decks526 decks
0%synergy
Foundry Inspector
8.4%inclusion44 decks526 decks
1%synergy
Sun Titan
8.2%inclusion43 decks526 decks
2%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
7.4%inclusion39 decks526 decks
3%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
7.3%inclusion17 decks234 decks
6%synergy
Instants
An Offer You Can't Refuse
40%inclusion213 decks526 decks
20%synergy
Deflecting Swat
40%inclusion212 decks526 decks
27%synergy
Dovin's Veto
38%inclusion198 decks526 decks
19%synergy
Boros Charm
37%inclusion194 decks526 decks
16%synergy
Swan Song
32%inclusion170 decks526 decks
15%synergy
Generous Gift
30%inclusion158 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Silence
28%inclusion145 decks526 decks
22%synergy
Counterspell
24%inclusion127 decks526 decks
-11%synergy
Flusterstorm
23%inclusion121 decks526 decks
18%synergy
Force of Negation
23%inclusion121 decks526 decks
18%synergy
Mystical Tutor
22%inclusion116 decks526 decks
11%synergy
Mental Misstep
21%inclusion109 decks526 decks
17%synergy
Teferi's Protection
20%inclusion105 decks526 decks
6%synergy
Mindbreak Trap
19%inclusion101 decks526 decks
16%synergy
Mana Drain
19%inclusion101 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Sink into Stupor
19%inclusion83 decks439 decks
10%synergy
Chaos Warp
18%inclusion97 decks526 decks
-4%synergy
Legion Leadership
18%inclusion80 decks438 decks
12%synergy
Intuition
17%inclusion91 decks526 decks
15%synergy
Brain Freeze
17%inclusion88 decks526 decks
13%synergy
Arcane Denial
17%inclusion88 decks526 decks
0%synergy
Dispatch
17%inclusion88 decks526 decks
3%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
17%inclusion87 decks526 decks
14%synergy
Pact of Negation
15%inclusion78 decks526 decks
11%synergy
Wear // Tear
13%inclusion70 decks526 decks
6%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
12%inclusion63 decks526 decks
3%synergy
Stubborn Denial
12%inclusion62 decks526 decks
10%synergy
Chain of Vapor
12%inclusion61 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Inventory Management
12%inclusion59 decks512 decks
9%synergy
Abrade
11%inclusion60 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Final Showdown
11%inclusion51 decks483 decks
9%synergy
Dispel
10%inclusion53 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Deflecting Palm
10%inclusion53 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
10%inclusion52 decks526 decks
-2%synergy
Pyroblast
10%inclusion52 decks526 decks
7%synergy
Render Silent
10%inclusion50 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Delay
10%inclusion50 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Negate
9.1%inclusion48 decks526 decks
-7%synergy
Final Fortune
8.9%inclusion47 decks526 decks
7%synergy
Counterflux
8.7%inclusion46 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Invert Polarity
8.5%inclusion37 decks436 decks
6%synergy
Brainstorm
8.0%inclusion42 decks526 decks
-12%synergy
Valakut Awakening
8.0%inclusion42 decks526 decks
4%synergy
Bolt Bend
7.8%inclusion41 decks526 decks
6%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
7.6%inclusion40 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Angel's Grace
7.4%inclusion39 decks526 decks
6%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
7.2%inclusion38 decks526 decks
4%synergy
Akroma's Will
7.0%inclusion37 decks526 decks
-5%synergy
Into the Flood Maw
6.8%inclusion28 decks410 decks
4%synergy
Lightning Bolt
6.7%inclusion35 decks526 decks
-2%synergy
Sorceries
Blasphemous Act
21%inclusion108 decks526 decks
-2%synergy
Jeska's Will
20%inclusion107 decks526 decks
6%synergy
Rite of Flame
12%inclusion64 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Fabricate
11%inclusion56 decks526 decks
3%synergy
Winds of Abandon
10%inclusion54 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Austere Command
10%inclusion53 decks526 decks
-2%synergy
Farewell
9.3%inclusion49 decks526 decks
-6%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
8.4%inclusion44 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Transmute Artifact
8.0%inclusion42 decks526 decks
7%synergy
Supreme Verdict
7.8%inclusion41 decks526 decks
-5%synergy
Anchor to Reality
6.3%inclusion33 decks526 decks
6%synergy
Disrupt Decorum
6.3%inclusion33 decks526 decks
4%synergy
Sundering Eruption
5.7%inclusion25 decks439 decks
3%synergy
Vandalblast
5.5%inclusion29 decks526 decks
-3%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
5.1%inclusion27 decks526 decks
2%synergy
Slash the Ranks
5.1%inclusion27 decks526 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sword of Fire and Ice
41%inclusion214 decks526 decks
39%synergy
Sword of the Animist
39%inclusion205 decks526 decks
34%synergy
The Key to the Vault
36%inclusion176 decks483 decks
34%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
36%inclusion189 decks526 decks
34%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
35%inclusion182 decks526 decks
31%synergy
Shadowspear
34%inclusion179 decks526 decks
30%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
33%inclusion173 decks526 decks
30%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
31%inclusion162 decks526 decks
29%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
27%inclusion144 decks526 decks
27%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
26%inclusion138 decks526 decks
21%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
26%inclusion136 decks526 decks
23%synergy
Nettlecyst
25%inclusion132 decks526 decks
23%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
22%inclusion116 decks526 decks
18%synergy
Buster Sword
22%inclusion50 decks228 decks
19%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
21%inclusion87 decks420 decks
15%synergy
Argentum Armor
20%inclusion103 decks526 decks
16%synergy
Leyline Axe
19%inclusion68 decks352 decks
16%synergy
Mask of Memory
19%inclusion101 decks526 decks
18%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
19%inclusion58 decks310 decks
17%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
18%inclusion90 decks508 decks
17%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
17%inclusion92 decks526 decks
16%synergy
Lightning Greaves
17%inclusion91 decks526 decks
-7%synergy
Thran Power Suit
17%inclusion91 decks526 decks
16%synergy
Genji Glove
17%inclusion36 decks216 decks
14%synergy
Mithril Coat
16%inclusion85 decks526 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
16%inclusion85 decks526 decks
14%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
16%inclusion84 decks526 decks
15%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
15%inclusion81 decks526 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
15%inclusion80 decks526 decks
13%synergy
Assault Suit
15%inclusion78 decks526 decks
14%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
13%inclusion67 decks526 decks
13%synergy
Bloodthirsty Blade
12%inclusion65 decks526 decks
12%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
12%inclusion32 decks260 decks
10%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
12%inclusion63 decks526 decks
11%synergy
Commander's Plate
11%inclusion60 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Basilisk Collar
11%inclusion60 decks526 decks
6%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
11%inclusion57 decks526 decks
10%synergy
Robe of Stars
11%inclusion57 decks526 decks
10%synergy
Embercleave
11%inclusion56 decks526 decks
7%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
11%inclusion24 decks226 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
10%inclusion54 decks526 decks
10%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
10%inclusion42 decks419 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
10%inclusion52 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Batterskull
10%inclusion51 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
10%inclusion49 decks510 decks
8%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
10%inclusion50 decks526 decks
3%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
9.3%inclusion49 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Champion's Helm
9.1%inclusion48 decks526 decks
7%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
9.0%inclusion38 decks420 decks
6%synergy
Assimilation Aegis
9.0%inclusion43 decks480 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Mystic Remora
37%inclusion197 decks526 decks
25%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
37%inclusion195 decks526 decks
32%synergy
Forge Anew
32%inclusion170 decks526 decks
28%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
19%inclusion100 decks526 decks
-6%synergy
Underworld Breach
17%inclusion92 decks526 decks
12%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
15%inclusion81 decks526 decks
14%synergy
Blind Obedience
11%inclusion59 decks526 decks
9%synergy
All That Glitters
11%inclusion58 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
10%inclusion51 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Shiny Impetus
8.9%inclusion47 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
8.6%inclusion45 decks526 decks
6%synergy
Ghostly Prison
7.8%inclusion41 decks526 decks
-4%synergy
Propaganda
7.4%inclusion39 decks526 decks
-4%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
7.3%inclusion38 decks524 decks
4%synergy
Redemption Arc
7.1%inclusion37 decks524 decks
7%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
7.0%inclusion37 decks526 decks
6%synergy
Storm the Vault
6.5%inclusion34 decks526 decks
4%synergy
Aggravated Assault
6.3%inclusion33 decks526 decks
4%synergy
Curse of Opulence
6.3%inclusion33 decks526 decks
3%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
5.5%inclusion29 decks526 decks
3%synergy
Psychic Impetus
5.5%inclusion29 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Counterbalance
5.1%inclusion27 decks526 decks
4%synergy
Combat Research
5.1%inclusion27 decks526 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Lukka, Coppercoat Outcast
8.2%inclusion43 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Utility Lands
Urza's Saga
42%inclusion222 decks526 decks
34%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
38%inclusion202 decks526 decks
25%synergy
Academy Ruins
23%inclusion122 decks526 decks
16%synergy
Rogue's Passage
21%inclusion112 decks526 decks
1%synergy
Reliquary Tower
15%inclusion81 decks526 decks
-19%synergy
Axgard Armory
15%inclusion81 decks526 decks
14%synergy
Buried Ruin
15%inclusion78 decks526 decks
4%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
13%inclusion68 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Inventors' Fair
13%inclusion68 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Archway of Innovation
12%inclusion51 decks433 decks
7%synergy
Seat of the Synod
12%inclusion61 decks526 decks
-1%synergy
Ancient Den
11%inclusion59 decks526 decks
-1%synergy
Great Furnace
11%inclusion57 decks526 decks
-1%synergy
Mistveil Plains
10%inclusion53 decks526 decks
9%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
9.1%inclusion48 decks526 decks
7%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
8.0%inclusion42 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
7.2%inclusion38 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Mistrise Village
6.7%inclusion18 decks267 decks
-1%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
6.1%inclusion32 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Arena of Glory
5.8%inclusion25 decks433 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
91%inclusion481 decks526 decks
2%synergy
Arcane Signet
85%inclusion446 decks526 decks
-4%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
51%inclusion266 decks526 decks
7%synergy
Talisman of Progress
49%inclusion260 decks526 decks
4%synergy
Fellwar Stone
46%inclusion242 decks526 decks
14%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
45%inclusion236 decks526 decks
1%synergy
Mox Opal
31%inclusion161 decks526 decks
25%synergy
Boros Signet
26%inclusion139 decks526 decks
-3%synergy
Lotus Petal
24%inclusion127 decks526 decks
17%synergy
Azorius Signet
24%inclusion126 decks526 decks
-9%synergy
Chrome Mox
23%inclusion121 decks526 decks
18%synergy
Izzet Signet
22%inclusion115 decks526 decks
-11%synergy
Mox Diamond
21%inclusion108 decks526 decks
17%synergy
Lion's Eye Diamond
15%inclusion77 decks526 decks
12%synergy
Mox Amber
12%inclusion65 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Mana Crypt
12%inclusion61 decks526 decks
10%synergy
Jeweled Lotus
12%inclusion61 decks526 decks
10%synergy
The Aetherspark
10%inclusion31 decks312 decks
8%synergy
Mind Stone
9.3%inclusion49 decks526 decks
-4%synergy
Thought Vessel
8.9%inclusion47 decks526 decks
-15%synergy
The Irencrag
8.4%inclusion44 decks526 decks
8%synergy
Grim Monolith
8.0%inclusion42 decks526 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
93%inclusion488 decks526 decks
0%synergy
Island
83%inclusion437 decks526 decks
-13%synergy
Plains
82%inclusion433 decks526 decks
-13%synergy
Mountain
78%inclusion410 decks526 decks
-16%synergy
Exotic Orchard
67%inclusion350 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
64%inclusion338 decks526 decks
23%synergy
Steam Vents
62%inclusion324 decks526 decks
22%synergy
Sacred Foundry
61%inclusion321 decks526 decks
21%synergy
Arid Mesa
54%inclusion283 decks526 decks
26%synergy
Flooded Strand
54%inclusion283 decks526 decks
24%synergy
Scalding Tarn
52%inclusion276 decks526 decks
25%synergy
Training Center
52%inclusion272 decks526 decks
20%synergy
Sea of Clouds
50%inclusion263 decks526 decks
19%synergy
Spectator Seating
46%inclusion243 decks526 decks
16%synergy
Battlefield Forge
41%inclusion214 decks526 decks
-1%synergy
Shivan Reef
38%inclusion202 decks526 decks
-2%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
38%inclusion198 decks526 decks
2%synergy
Spire of Industry
37%inclusion197 decks526 decks
24%synergy
Raugrin Triome
37%inclusion195 decks526 decks
0%synergy
City of Brass
31%inclusion164 decks526 decks
23%synergy
Mana Confluence
31%inclusion161 decks526 decks
23%synergy
Tundra
30%inclusion158 decks526 decks
19%synergy
Plateau
30%inclusion158 decks526 decks
19%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
30%inclusion158 decks526 decks
-20%synergy
Windswept Heath
29%inclusion153 decks526 decks
23%synergy
Glacial Fortress
29%inclusion152 decks526 decks
-25%synergy
Volcanic Island
29%inclusion152 decks526 decks
18%synergy
Misty Rainforest
29%inclusion151 decks526 decks
22%synergy
Sulfur Falls
29%inclusion150 decks526 decks
-23%synergy
Marsh Flats
28%inclusion145 decks526 decks
21%synergy
Mystic Monastery
27%inclusion141 decks526 decks
-32%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
26%inclusion139 decks526 decks
20%synergy
Polluted Delta
26%inclusion138 decks526 decks
19%synergy
Wooded Foothills
25%inclusion134 decks526 decks
20%synergy
Deserted Beach
23%inclusion122 decks526 decks
1%synergy
Prairie Stream
22%inclusion118 decks526 decks
-17%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
22%inclusion117 decks526 decks
18%synergy
Sundown Pass
20%inclusion105 decks526 decks
0%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
20%inclusion103 decks526 decks
-3%synergy
Sink into Stupor
19%inclusion83 decks439 decks
10%synergy
Legion Leadership
18%inclusion80 decks438 decks
12%synergy
Witch Enchanter
18%inclusion80 decks439 decks
11%synergy
Rugged Prairie
14%inclusion75 decks526 decks
-8%synergy
Forbidden Orchard
14%inclusion74 decks526 decks
12%synergy
Meticulous Archive
14%inclusion73 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Elegant Parlor
13%inclusion67 decks526 decks
5%synergy
Perilous Landscape
12%inclusion53 decks433 decks
-7%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
12%inclusion63 decks526 decks
6%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
11%inclusion58 decks526 decks
-12%synergy
Thundering Falls
11%inclusion58 decks526 decks
2%synergy