Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist (Commander)

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
Rank #3,283
49decks
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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.
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Sram, Senior Edificer
69%inclusion34 decks49 decks
55%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
63%inclusion31 decks49 decks
53%synergy
Open the Armory
65%inclusion32 decks49 decks
52%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
59%inclusion29 decks49 decks
52%synergy
Colossus Hammer
57%inclusion28 decks49 decks
52%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
55%inclusion27 decks49 decks
47%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
53%inclusion26 decks49 decks
45%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
47%inclusion23 decks49 decks
42%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
53%inclusion26 decks49 decks
41%synergy
Basilisk Collar
45%inclusion22 decks49 decks
38%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
59%inclusion29 decks49 decks
23%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
57%inclusion28 decks49 decks
-19%synergy
Path to Exile
55%inclusion27 decks49 decks
-13%synergy
Sword of the Animist
51%inclusion25 decks49 decks
32%synergy
All That Glitters
49%inclusion24 decks49 decks
37%synergy
Foundry Inspector
43%inclusion21 decks49 decks
37%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
43%inclusion21 decks49 decks
33%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
43%inclusion21 decks49 decks
37%synergy
Mask of Memory
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
33%synergy
Shadowspear
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
32%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Smothering Tithe
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
-11%synergy
Teferi's Protection
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-18%synergy
Creatures
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
34%synergy
Sun Titan
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
27%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
28%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
27%synergy
Esper Sentinel
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
-6%synergy
Stone Haven Outfitter
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
28%synergy
Giver of Runes
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Kor Duelist
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
24%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
21%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
21%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
-1%synergy
Starnheim Courser
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Armament Master
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
20%synergy
Balan, Wandering Knight
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
17%synergy
Leonin Abunas
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Kor Sanctifiers
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
8%synergy
Kitesail Apprentice
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Taj-Nar Swordsmith
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Kor Outfitter
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Kor Cartographer
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Grand Abolisher
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
-5%synergy
Thunderous Orator
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
-16%synergy
Lion Sash
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Leonin Shikari
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Cliff Threader
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Kor Spiritdancer
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Kor Blademaster
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Marsh Threader
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Relic Seeker
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-6%synergy
Serra Ascendant
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-5%synergy
Stone Haven Pilgrim
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Emeria Shepherd
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-6%synergy
Brass Squire
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Kor Celebrant
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Mesa Enchantress
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-14%synergy
Cliffside Rescuer
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Kor Hookmaster
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Oswald Fiddlebender
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Dawnglare Invoker
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
-8%synergy
Dispatch
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Disenchant
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Dawn Charm
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Reprieve
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
-1%synergy
Return to Dust
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
-9%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-17%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Argivian Find
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Clever Concealment
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Valorous Stance
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Gods Willing
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Angel's Grace
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Mana Tithe
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-6%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-7%synergy
Oblation
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Sorceries
Divine Reckoning
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Single Combat
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Austere Command
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
-11%synergy
Wrath of God
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Winds of Rath
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Gift of Estates
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Farewell
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-14%synergy
Cut a Deal
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Nomads' Assembly
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
36%synergy
Commander's Plate
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
27%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
29%synergy
Argentum Armor
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
31%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Nettlecyst
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
28%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
26%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
27%synergy
Pearl Medallion
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
-29%synergy
Plate Armor
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
27%synergy
Mithril Coat
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
21%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
24%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
24%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
25%synergy
Fireshrieker
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
22%synergy
Leyline Axe
24%inclusion9 decks37 decks
21%synergy
Celestial Armor
24%inclusion9 decks37 decks
21%synergy
Explorer's Scope
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
20%synergy
Darksteel Plate
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
-1%synergy
Genji Glove
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Lightning Greaves
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
-8%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Champion's Helm
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
18%inclusion8 decks44 decks
14%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Thran Power Suit
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Hero's Blade
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Sigiled Sword of Valeron
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
12%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Captain's Claws
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Skullclamp
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Helm of the Host
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Assault Suit
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Cliffhaven Kitesail
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Hours
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Grappling Hook
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Robe of Stars
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Sculpting Steel
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Greatsword of Tyr
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
23%synergy
Ghostly Prison
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Land Tax
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
-7%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Armored Ascension
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Spirit Mantle
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Hyena Umbra
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Timely Ward
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Blind Obedience
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Super State
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Ethereal Armor
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Angelic Gift
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-8%synergy
Felidar Umbra
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Light of Promise
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Brave the Sands
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Oblivion Ring
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Pacifism
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Angelic Destiny
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Retreat to Emeria
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
With Great Power...
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-3%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
-8%synergy
Quest for the Holy Relic
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Smuggler's Share
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Daybreak Coronet
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Vow of Duty
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Pariah
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-1%synergy
Monologue Tax
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Battle Mastery
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Martial Impetus
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Sage's Reverie
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-1%synergy
Rule of Law
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Guildscorn Ward
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Celestial Mantle
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Ossification
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
5.1%inclusion2 decks39 decks
-1%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
29%synergy
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-5%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Temple of the False God
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Ancient Den
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Buried Ruin
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
-20%synergy
War Room
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
-21%synergy
Inventors' Fair
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Reliquary Tower
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
-11%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
2%synergy
Urza's Tower
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Urza's Mine
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-22%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Urza's Power Plant
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
2%synergy
Kor Haven
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Secluded Steppe
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-5%synergy
Volatile Fault
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Urza's Saga
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-5%synergy
Maze of Ith
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Minas Tirith
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-22%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-13%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
76%inclusion37 decks49 decks
-8%synergy
Arcane Signet
43%inclusion21 decks49 decks
-15%synergy
Mind Stone
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Marble Diamond
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Thran Dynamo
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Commander's Sphere
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
7%synergy
The Aetherspark
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
11%synergy
Thought Vessel
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Extraplanar Lens
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Fellwar Stone
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Gauntlet of Power
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-8%synergy
Worn Powerstone
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Coldsteel Heart
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Plains
94%inclusion46 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Command Tower
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Myriad Landscape
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
-15%synergy
Evolving Wilds
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Path of Ancestry
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-6%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-3%synergy