Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Joshua Rosfield (Commander) - Expensive Upgraded Equipment

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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
Improvised Arsenal
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Urza's Saga
100%inclusion17 decks17 decks
90%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
100%inclusion17 decks17 decks
89%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
94%inclusion16 decks17 decks
82%synergy
Colossus Hammer
88%inclusion15 decks17 decks
77%synergy
Commander's Plate
82%inclusion14 decks17 decks
76%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
94%inclusion16 decks17 decks
76%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
88%inclusion15 decks17 decks
76%synergy
Fighter Class
82%inclusion14 decks17 decks
71%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
88%inclusion15 decks17 decks
70%synergy
Buster Sword
76%inclusion13 decks17 decks
68%synergy
Top Cards
Esper Sentinel
88%inclusion15 decks17 decks
63%synergy
Deflecting Swat
82%inclusion14 decks17 decks
66%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
82%inclusion14 decks17 decks
17%synergy
Open the Armory
76%inclusion13 decks17 decks
63%synergy
Shadowspear
76%inclusion13 decks17 decks
66%synergy
Sunforger
76%inclusion13 decks17 decks
61%synergy
Boros Charm
71%inclusion12 decks17 decks
22%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
71%inclusion12 decks17 decks
27%synergy
Sword of the Animist
71%inclusion12 decks17 decks
53%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
65%inclusion11 decks17 decks
58%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
65%inclusion11 decks17 decks
49%synergy
Teferi's Protection
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
31%synergy
Jeska's Will
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
31%synergy
Ancient Tomb
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
22%synergy
Smothering Tithe
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
-2%synergy
The One Ring
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
11%synergy
Farewell
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
1%synergy
Mana Vault
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
8%synergy
Gamble
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Mishra's Workshop
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
11%synergy
Creatures
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
65%inclusion11 decks17 decks
57%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
59%inclusion10 decks17 decks
53%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
59%inclusion10 decks17 decks
46%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
59%inclusion10 decks17 decks
48%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
53%inclusion9 decks17 decks
46%synergy
Grand Abolisher
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
37%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
35%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
30%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
32%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
31%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
28%synergy
Lizard Blades
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
27%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
25%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
22%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
18%synergy
Mother of Runes
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
17%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
19%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
26%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
20%synergy
Witch Enchanter
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
11%synergy
Lion Sash
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
17%synergy
Voice of Victory
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
16%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
17%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
20%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
14%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
8%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
14%synergy
Goblin Welder
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
14%synergy
Rabbit Battery
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
14%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
14%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
-3%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
-2%synergy
Serra Ascendant
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
8%synergy
Swiftblade Vindicator
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
8%synergy
Giver of Runes
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Combat Celebrant
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
2%synergy
Bastion Protector
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Raiyuu, Storm's Edge
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Goblin Engineer
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Battle Angels of Tyr
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Aven Interrupter
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
7%synergy
Amy Rose
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
5%synergy
Sami, Wildcat Captain
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
1%synergy
Phyrexian Dragon Engine
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Dragon's Rage Channeler
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Leonin Abunas
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Valduk, Keeper of the Flame
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
14%synergy
Dispatch
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
27%synergy
Wear // Tear
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
20%synergy
Path to Exile
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
-15%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
17%synergy
Chaos Warp
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
-1%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
18%synergy
Legion Leadership
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
12%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
21%synergy
Akroma's Will
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
17%synergy
Silence
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
18%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
20%synergy
Valakut Awakening
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
17%synergy
Loran's Escape
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Dawn's Truce
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
7%synergy
Clever Concealment
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
11%synergy
Final Fortune
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
17%synergy
Inventory Management
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
12%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
15%synergy
Pyroblast
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
13%synergy
Reprieve
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Restoration Magic
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
7%synergy
Redirect Lightning
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
8%synergy
Everybody Lives!
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Seething Song
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Angel's Grace
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Mana Tithe
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Magnetic Theft
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Skullcrack
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
11%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
7%synergy
The Last Agni Kai
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
2%synergy
Desperate Ritual
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Lightning Bolt
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-5%synergy
Gods Willing
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
1%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
1%synergy
Guff Rewrites History
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Pyretic Ritual
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-11%synergy
Big Score
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-5%synergy
Calamity's Wake
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Surge of Salvation
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Karametra's Blessing
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Deflecting Palm
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-13%synergy
Flare of Duplication
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Fire Magic
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Blasphemous Act
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
8%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
38%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
23%synergy
Seize the Day
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
12%synergy
Winds of Abandon
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
16%synergy
Overpowering Attack
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
14%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
8%synergy
Single Combat
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
8%synergy
Slash the Ranks
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Wheel of Misfortune
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Divine Reckoning
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Vandalblast
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-10%synergy
Faithless Looting
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-10%synergy
Scrap Mastery
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Rite of Flame
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Sundering Eruption
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
0%synergy
Goldwardens' Gambit
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Reckless Handling
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
2%synergy
Search for Glory
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Masterwork of Ingenuity
65%inclusion11 decks17 decks
57%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
65%inclusion11 decks17 decks
55%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
65%inclusion11 decks17 decks
55%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
59%inclusion10 decks17 decks
53%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
59%inclusion10 decks17 decks
56%synergy
Nettlecyst
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
40%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
37%synergy
Mithril Coat
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
30%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
34%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
37%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
28%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
38%synergy
Thran Power Suit
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
29%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
28%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
29%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
27%synergy
Embercleave
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
22%synergy
Leyline Axe
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
25%synergy
Helm of the Host
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
22%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
23%synergy
Mask of Memory
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
22%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
27%synergy
Basilisk Collar
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
15%synergy
Robe of Stars
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
21%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
18%synergy
Lightning Greaves
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
-5%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
21%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
20%synergy
Genji Glove
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
16%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
16%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
17%synergy
Celestial Armor
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
14%synergy
Skullclamp
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Champion's Helm
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
13%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
11%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
12%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
16%synergy
The Dominion Bracelet
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Quietus Spike
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
11%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Cori-Steel Cutter
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
8%synergy
Argentum Armor
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
7%synergy
Batterskull
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Godsend
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
11%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
1%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
37%synergy
All That Glitters
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
27%synergy
Aggravated Assault
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
12%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
13%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
7%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
7%synergy
Land Tax
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
1%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
0%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Blind Obedience
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Pacifism
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Spirit Mantle
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
2%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
1%synergy
Stranglehold
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Curse of Opulence
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
0%synergy
War of the Last Alliance
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Ghostly Prison
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-3%synergy
Court of Grace
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
16%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
2%synergy
Utility Lands
Buried Ruin
53%inclusion9 decks17 decks
39%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
25%synergy
Inventors' Fair
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
38%synergy
Rogue's Passage
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
16%synergy
Ancient Den
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
28%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
28%synergy
Great Furnace
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
22%synergy
Monumental Henge
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
24%synergy
Command Beacon
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
18%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Axgard Armory
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
15%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
16%synergy
Hall of the Bandit Lord
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
11%synergy
Arena of Glory
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
2%synergy
War Room
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
2%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
2%synergy
Homeward Path
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Strip Mine
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Hanweir Battlements
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Blinkmoth Nexus
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Fomori Vault
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Emergence Zone
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Minas Tirith
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-7%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-3%synergy
Restless Bivouac
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-1%synergy
Mistveil Plains
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion17 decks17 decks
15%synergy
Arcane Signet
94%inclusion16 decks17 decks
15%synergy
Mox Amber
88%inclusion15 decks17 decks
84%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
71%inclusion12 decks17 decks
18%synergy
Mox Opal
65%inclusion11 decks17 decks
60%synergy
Boros Signet
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
-16%synergy
Lotus Petal
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
19%synergy
Fellwar Stone
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
-1%synergy
The Aetherspark
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
15%synergy
Paradise Mantle
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Mox Diamond
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Cursed Mirror
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-2%synergy
Relic of Legends
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
The Irencrag
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Coveted Jewel
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Springleaf Drum
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Chrome Mox
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
2%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion17 decks17 decks
14%synergy
Sacred Foundry
94%inclusion16 decks17 decks
48%synergy
Mountain
94%inclusion16 decks17 decks
-4%synergy
Plains
94%inclusion16 decks17 decks
-4%synergy
Plateau
88%inclusion15 decks17 decks
76%synergy
Spectator Seating
88%inclusion15 decks17 decks
49%synergy
Arid Mesa
82%inclusion14 decks17 decks
54%synergy
Battlefield Forge
71%inclusion12 decks17 decks
15%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
65%inclusion11 decks17 decks
39%synergy
Rugged Prairie
59%inclusion10 decks17 decks
17%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
59%inclusion10 decks17 decks
42%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
44%synergy
Windswept Heath
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
41%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
43%synergy
Elegant Parlor
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
28%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
24%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
-18%synergy
Flooded Strand
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
41%synergy
Marsh Flats
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
35%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
35%synergy
Mana Confluence
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
32%synergy
Legion Leadership
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
12%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
26%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
21%synergy
Prismatic Vista
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
18%synergy
Witch Enchanter
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
11%synergy
Exotic Orchard
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
-5%synergy
Sundown Pass
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
-12%synergy
Wooded Foothills
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
18%synergy
Scalding Tarn
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
18%synergy
City of Brass
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
19%synergy
Valakut Awakening
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
17%synergy
Reflecting Pool
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
14%synergy
Spire of Industry
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
8%synergy
Cavern of Souls
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
7%synergy
Opal Palace
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Snow-Covered Mountain
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Radiant Summit
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
-12%synergy
Fabled Passage
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-3%synergy
Urza's Cave
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Snow-Covered Wastes
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-38%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-7%synergy
Glimmervoid
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Sundering Eruption
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
0%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Flagstones of Trokair
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy