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Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
Price tag $2.70

Legendary CreatureKor Scout

How it feels to play against

Mildly Annoying Some frustrating moments but still fun.

Popularity

Niche Pick Less common, brings surprise factor.

Ranking

#2959 Current Rank
#3531 Last Week
#3210 Last Month

Videos

Commander gameplay videos featuring Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist.

Partner Commanders

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist can partner with any of these 58 commanders.

High Synergy Cards

Cards that work exceptionally well with Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist's abilities and overall game plan.

Sram, Senior Edificer Sram, Senior Edificer
+56% Synergy $2.50
Colossus Hammer Colossus Hammer
+55% Synergy $1.52
Puresteel Paladin Puresteel Paladin
+54% Synergy $1.34
Open the Armory Open the Armory
+53% Synergy $1.95
Blackblade Reforged Blackblade Reforged
+53% Synergy $2.02
Steelshaper's Gift Steelshaper's Gift
+50% Synergy $9.01
Stoneforge Mystic Stoneforge Mystic
+46% Synergy $30.27
Sword of Vengeance Sword of Vengeance
+45% Synergy $0.75
Danitha Capashen, Paragon Danitha Capashen, Paragon
+40% Synergy $0.26
Foundry Inspector Foundry Inspector
+38% Synergy $0.22

Top Cards

The most popular and reliable cards that form the backbone of successful Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist decks.

Basilisk Collar Basilisk Collar
+37% Synergy $5.40
Bloodforged Battle-Axe Bloodforged Battle-Axe
+37% Synergy $1.02
Sigarda's Aid Sigarda's Aid
+36% Synergy $16.11
Mask of Memory Mask of Memory
+36% Synergy $0.34
Loxodon Warhammer Loxodon Warhammer
+36% Synergy $1.59
Sword of the Animist Sword of the Animist
+35% Synergy $5.22
All That Glitters All That Glitters
+34% Synergy $0.22
Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
+24% Synergy $1.14
Path to Exile Path to Exile
-12% Synergy $1.14
Swords to Plowshares Swords to Plowshares
-18% Synergy $1.38

Game Changers

Powerful cards that can single-handedly turn the tide of a game when resolved.

Enlightened Tutor Enlightened Tutor
+5% Synergy $32.03
Serra's Sanctum Serra's Sanctum
+4% Synergy $339.29
Smothering Tithe Smothering Tithe
-8% Synergy $36.64
Teferi's Protection Teferi's Protection
-18% Synergy $50.09

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

Danitha, Benalia's Hope Danitha, Benalia's Hope
+35% Synergy $0.49
Stone Haven Outfitter Stone Haven Outfitter
+28% Synergy $0.21
Armored Skyhunter Armored Skyhunter
+28% Synergy $4.43
Kor Duelist Kor Duelist
+28% Synergy $0.14
Cloudsteel Kirin Cloudsteel Kirin
+27% Synergy $0.24
Halvar, God of Battle Sword of the Realms Halvar, God of Battle
+26% Synergy $28.49
Kemba, Kha Regent Kemba, Kha Regent
+21% Synergy $0.13
Stonehewer Giant Stonehewer Giant
+20% Synergy $6.70
Armament Master Armament Master
+20% Synergy $0.19
Starnheim Courser Starnheim Courser
+19% Synergy $0.18
Balan, Wandering Knight Balan, Wandering Knight
+17% Synergy $0.39
Giver of Runes Giver of Runes
+16% Synergy $7.95
Leonin Abunas Leonin Abunas
+16% Synergy $2.04
Kor Sanctifiers Kor Sanctifiers
+16% Synergy $0.14
Kitesail Apprentice Kitesail Apprentice
+16% Synergy $0.05
Taj-Nar Swordsmith Taj-Nar Swordsmith
+15% Synergy $0.25
Kor Outfitter Kor Outfitter
+14% Synergy $0.11
Sun Titan Sun Titan
+12% Synergy $0.28
Leonin Shikari Leonin Shikari
+12% Synergy $3.83
Kor Blademaster Kor Blademaster
+12% Synergy $0.14
Thunderous Orator Thunderous Orator
+12% Synergy $0.07
Relic Seeker Relic Seeker
+10% Synergy $0.16
Stone Haven Pilgrim Stone Haven Pilgrim
+10% Synergy $0.04
Marsh Threader Marsh Threader
+10% Synergy $0.07
Kor Hookmaster Kor Hookmaster
+10% Synergy $0.08
Cliff Threader Cliff Threader
+10% Synergy $0.05
Kor Cartographer Kor Cartographer
+9% Synergy $0.12
Cid, Freeflier Pilot Cid, Freeflier Pilot
+9% Synergy $0.53
Kor Celebrant Kor Celebrant
+9% Synergy $0.06
Brass Squire Brass Squire
+8% Synergy $0.83
Farsight Adept Farsight Adept
+8% Synergy $0.04
Stoneforge Acolyte Stoneforge Acolyte
+8% Synergy $0.10
Kor Scythemaster Kor Scythemaster
+8% Synergy $0.05
Kor Bladewhirl Kor Bladewhirl
+8% Synergy $0.07
Codsworth, Handy Helper Codsworth, Handy Helper
+7% Synergy $9.85
Indomitable Archangel Indomitable Archangel
+6% Synergy $0.41
Lion Sash Lion Sash
+5% Synergy $1.79
Odric, Lunarch Marshal Odric, Lunarch Marshal
+4% Synergy $0.95
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
+4% Synergy $24.76
Mangara, the Diplomat Mangara, the Diplomat
+2% Synergy $0.61
Kor Spiritdancer Kor Spiritdancer
+2% Synergy $2.18
Mesa Enchantress Mesa Enchantress
+1% Synergy $0.33
Solemn Simulacrum Solemn Simulacrum
-1% Synergy $0.26
Grand Abolisher Grand Abolisher
-4% Synergy $10.08
Esper Sentinel Esper Sentinel
-5% Synergy $41.79
Weathered Wayfarer Weathered Wayfarer
-6% Synergy $1.59
Serra Ascendant Serra Ascendant
-6% Synergy $37.11
Keeper of the Accord Keeper of the Accord
-7% Synergy $0.20
Emeria Shepherd Emeria Shepherd
-7% Synergy $2.08
Knight of the White Orchid Knight of the White Orchid
-14% Synergy $1.64

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist safe.

Dispatch Dispatch
+23% Synergy $0.32
Return to Dust Return to Dust
+13% Synergy $0.09
Dawn Charm Dawn Charm
+13% Synergy $1.38
Disenchant Disenchant
+11% Synergy $0.17
Battlefield Improvisation Battlefield Improvisation
+7% Synergy $3.71
Settle the Wreckage Settle the Wreckage
+5% Synergy $2.24
Argivian Find Argivian Find
+5% Synergy $0.59
Radiant Strike Radiant Strike
+5% Synergy $0.04
Crush Contraband Crush Contraband
+4% Synergy $0.13
Crumb and Get It Crumb and Get It
+4% Synergy $0.06
Oblation Oblation
+3% Synergy $0.62
Valorous Stance Valorous Stance
+3% Synergy $0.10
Gods Willing Gods Willing
+3% Synergy $0.11
Angel's Grace Angel's Grace
+2% Synergy $7.66
Parting Gust Parting Gust
0% Synergy $0.42
Blacksmith's Skill Blacksmith's Skill
-1% Synergy $0.21
Sejiri Shelter Sejiri Glacier Sejiri Shelter
-2% Synergy $1.69
Reprieve Reprieve
-3% Synergy $1.36
Clever Concealment Clever Concealment
-4% Synergy $6.87
Generous Gift Generous Gift
-7% Synergy $0.68
Unbreakable Formation Unbreakable Formation
-7% Synergy $0.86
Dawn's Truce Dawn's Truce
-9% Synergy $7.43
Stroke of Midnight Stroke of Midnight
-11% Synergy $0.40
Flawless Maneuver Flawless Maneuver
-17% Synergy $17.98

Sorceries

Important sorcery spells that advance Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist's game plan and control the board.

Divine Reckoning Divine Reckoning
+19% Synergy $0.58
Single Combat Single Combat
+14% Synergy $0.46
Winds of Rath Winds of Rath
+11% Synergy $0.19
Brilliant Restoration Brilliant Restoration
+11% Synergy $1.06
Nomads' Assembly Nomads' Assembly
+7% Synergy $0.56
Wrath of God Wrath of God
+4% Synergy $2.26
Idyllic Tutor Idyllic Tutor
+4% Synergy $10.23
Secret Rendezvous Secret Rendezvous
+3% Synergy $0.27
Gift of Estates Gift of Estates
+3% Synergy $0.81
Cut a Deal Cut a Deal
-4% Synergy $0.27
Vanquish the Horde Vanquish the Horde
-5% Synergy $0.24
Austere Command Austere Command
-8% Synergy $0.21
Farewell Farewell
-17% Synergy $3.33

Utility Artifacts

Versatile artifacts that provide ongoing value, card selection, or strategic advantages.

Masterwork of Ingenuity Masterwork of Ingenuity
+34% Synergy $1.10
Hammer of Nazahn Hammer of Nazahn
+33% Synergy $15.81
Argentum Armor Argentum Armor
+33% Synergy $2.16
Sword of Feast and Famine Sword of Feast and Famine
+32% Synergy $32.02
Sword of Forge and Frontier Sword of Forge and Frontier
+31% Synergy $8.52
Maul of the Skyclaves Maul of the Skyclaves
+31% Synergy $0.23
Shadowspear Shadowspear
+28% Synergy $36.97
Plate Armor Plate Armor
+28% Synergy $0.17
Sword of Body and Mind Sword of Body and Mind
+28% Synergy $16.79
Sword of Fire and Ice Sword of Fire and Ice
+27% Synergy $42.00
Sword of Light and Shadow Sword of Light and Shadow
+27% Synergy $11.46
Commander's Plate Commander's Plate
+26% Synergy $36.97
Celestial Armor Celestial Armor
+26% Synergy $0.61
Sword of Hearth and Home Sword of Hearth and Home
+24% Synergy $17.29
Fireshrieker Fireshrieker
+24% Synergy $0.28
Darksteel Plate Darksteel Plate
+23% Synergy $4.91
Kaldra Compleat Kaldra Compleat
+23% Synergy $8.07
Nettlecyst Nettlecyst
+23% Synergy $1.49
Mithril Coat Mithril Coat
+22% Synergy $18.76
Sword of Truth and Justice Sword of Truth and Justice
+22% Synergy $29.61
Sword of War and Peace Sword of War and Peace
+22% Synergy $7.37
Dragonfire Blade Dragonfire Blade
+21% Synergy $1.32
Leyline Axe Leyline Axe
+20% Synergy $2.23
Sword of Sinew and Steel Sword of Sinew and Steel
+20% Synergy $11.95
Explorer's Scope Explorer's Scope
+18% Synergy $0.11
Sigiled Sword of Valeron Sigiled Sword of Valeron
+17% Synergy $0.32
Excalibur, Sword of Eden Excalibur, Sword of Eden
+16% Synergy $11.54
Captain's Claws Captain's Claws
+16% Synergy $0.22
Hero's Blade Hero's Blade
+15% Synergy $0.10
Sword of Hours Sword of Hours
+14% Synergy $4.35
Champion's Helm Champion's Helm
+13% Synergy $1.51
Rogue's Gloves Rogue's Gloves
+13% Synergy $0.26
Cliffhaven Kitesail Cliffhaven Kitesail
+13% Synergy $0.06
Golem-Skin Gauntlets Golem-Skin Gauntlets
+12% Synergy $0.18
Thran Power Suit Thran Power Suit
+11% Synergy $0.93
Adaptive Omnitool Adaptive Omnitool
+11% Synergy $1.62
Grafted Exoskeleton Grafted Exoskeleton
+11% Synergy $5.44
Greatsword of Tyr Greatsword of Tyr
+11% Synergy $0.12
Sword of Once and Future Sword of Once and Future
+11% Synergy $3.91
Aettir and Priwen Aettir and Priwen
+10% Synergy $6.15
Mask of Avacyn Mask of Avacyn
+10% Synergy $0.73
Starforged Sword Starforged Sword
+10% Synergy $0.07
Sculpting Steel Sculpting Steel
+9% Synergy $1.35
Assault Suit Assault Suit
+9% Synergy $0.16
Genji Glove Genji Glove
+8% Synergy $5.74
Helm of the Host Helm of the Host
+6% Synergy $9.98
Archaeomancer's Map Archaeomancer's Map
+3% Synergy $2.70
Skullclamp Skullclamp
-4% Synergy $3.92
Lightning Greaves Lightning Greaves
-8% Synergy $4.12
Pearl Medallion Pearl Medallion
-25% Synergy $3.45

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Forge Anew Forge Anew
+25% Synergy $4.21
Mantle of the Ancients Mantle of the Ancients
+13% Synergy $3.77
Armored Ascension Armored Ascension
+13% Synergy $0.27
Timely Ward Timely Ward
+11% Synergy $0.87
Spirit Mantle Spirit Mantle
+11% Synergy $2.17
Eldrazi Conscription Eldrazi Conscription
+8% Synergy $3.58
Hyena Umbra Hyena Umbra
+7% Synergy $0.28
Angelic Gift Angelic Gift
+7% Synergy $0.18
Vow of Duty Vow of Duty
+7% Synergy $0.09
Retreat to Emeria Retreat to Emeria
+7% Synergy $0.18
Ghostly Prison Ghostly Prison
+6% Synergy $4.88
Oblivion Ring Oblivion Ring
+6% Synergy $0.20
Quest for the Holy Relic Quest for the Holy Relic
+6% Synergy $0.18
Martial Impetus Martial Impetus
+6% Synergy $0.08
Unquestioned Authority Unquestioned Authority
+5% Synergy $0.79
Pacifism Pacifism
+5% Synergy $0.06
Seam Rip Seam Rip
+5% Synergy $0.23
Ethereal Armor Ethereal Armor
+4% Synergy $0.25
Felidar Umbra Felidar Umbra
+4% Synergy $4.61
Light of Promise Light of Promise
+3% Synergy $0.42
Angelic Destiny Angelic Destiny
+3% Synergy $1.68
Duelist's Heritage Duelist's Heritage
+3% Synergy $1.15
Blind Obedience Blind Obedience
+2% Synergy $3.00
Rule of Law Rule of Law
+2% Synergy $0.38
Brave the Sands Brave the Sands
+1% Synergy $5.78
Super State Super State
+1% Synergy $9.26
Darksteel Mutation Darksteel Mutation
0% Synergy $1.50
Battle Mastery Battle Mastery
0% Synergy $0.23
Pariah Pariah
0% Synergy $1.53
Monologue Tax Monologue Tax
0% Synergy $3.48
Ossification Ossification
0% Synergy $0.22
Smuggler's Share Smuggler's Share
-3% Synergy $2.97
Court of Grace Court of Grace
-7% Synergy $2.23
Land Tax Land Tax
-8% Synergy $22.02
Authority of the Consuls Authority of the Consuls
-8% Synergy $5.21

Planeswalkers

Planeswalkers that work alongside Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist to provide ongoing value and board presence.

Nahiri, the Lithomancer Nahiri, the Lithomancer
+28% Synergy $0.65
Elspeth, Knight-Errant Elspeth, Knight-Errant
+3% Synergy $7.04
Elspeth, Sun's Champion Elspeth, Sun's Champion
-6% Synergy $0.64

Utility Lands

Non-basic lands that offer additional utility beyond just mana production.

Temple of the False God Temple of the False God
+16% Synergy $0.13
Rogue's Passage Rogue's Passage
+14% Synergy $0.31
Inventors' Fair Inventors' Fair
+13% Synergy $11.40
Ancient Den Ancient Den
+12% Synergy $1.86
Urza's Mine Urza's Mine
+11% Synergy $0.65
Urza's Power Plant Urza's Power Plant
+11% Synergy $0.69
Urza's Tower Urza's Tower
+11% Synergy $0.71
Buried Ruin Buried Ruin
+10% Synergy $0.29
Volatile Fault Volatile Fault
+5% Synergy $0.12
Adagia, Windswept Bastion Adagia, Windswept Bastion
+4% Synergy $6.83
Kor Haven Kor Haven
+4% Synergy $12.40
Ishgard, the Holy See Ishgard, the Holy See
+3% Synergy $1.87
Darksteel Citadel Darksteel Citadel
+3% Synergy $1.04
Scavenger Grounds Scavenger Grounds
+2% Synergy $0.39
Maze of Ith Maze of Ith
+2% Synergy $7.61
Hall of Heliod's Generosity Hall of Heliod's Generosity
-2% Synergy $5.98
Secluded Steppe Secluded Steppe
-3% Synergy $0.07
Urza's Saga Urza's Saga
-5% Synergy $35.36
Castle Ardenvale Castle Ardenvale
-11% Synergy $0.15
Reliquary Tower Reliquary Tower
-13% Synergy $1.99
Emeria, the Sky Ruin Emeria, the Sky Ruin
-16% Synergy $16.79
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
-17% Synergy $3.80
War Room War Room
-19% Synergy $3.03
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
-21% Synergy $39.21
Minas Tirith Minas Tirith
-22% Synergy $4.06

Mana Artifacts

Artifacts focused on mana acceleration and color fixing for consistent gameplay.

Thran Dynamo Thran Dynamo
+10% Synergy $2.63
The Aetherspark The Aetherspark
+9% Synergy $19.56
Mind Stone Mind Stone
+6% Synergy $0.13
Worn Powerstone Worn Powerstone
+5% Synergy $0.22
Coldsteel Heart Coldsteel Heart
+5% Synergy $1.06
Commander's Sphere Commander's Sphere
+4% Synergy $0.17
Gauntlet of Power Gauntlet of Power
+4% Synergy $3.64
Extraplanar Lens Extraplanar Lens
+3% Synergy $8.70
Marble Diamond Marble Diamond
+2% Synergy $0.16
Fellwar Stone Fellwar Stone
-2% Synergy $1.05
Thought Vessel Thought Vessel
-4% Synergy $1.04
Throne of Eldraine Throne of Eldraine
-8% Synergy $23.37
Sol Ring Sol Ring
-10% Synergy $1.46
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
-16% Synergy $0.49

Lands

The mana base foundation for Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Command Tower Command Tower
+11% Synergy $0.27
Evolving Wilds Evolving Wilds
+7% Synergy $0.12
Terramorphic Expanse Terramorphic Expanse
+7% Synergy $0.16
Skyclave Cleric Skyclave Basilica Skyclave Cleric
+5% Synergy $0.12
Opal Palace Opal Palace
+3% Synergy $0.13
Plains Plains
+1% Synergy $0.05
Sejiri Shelter Sejiri Glacier Sejiri Shelter
-2% Synergy $1.69
Snow-Covered Plains Snow-Covered Plains
-3% Synergy $0.28
Path of Ancestry Path of Ancestry
-7% Synergy $0.16
Myriad Landscape Myriad Landscape
-12% Synergy $0.16

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Eivor, Battle-Ready Eivor, Battle-Ready
Kemba, Kha Regent Kemba, Kha Regent
Tegan Jovanka Tegan Jovanka
Nahiri, the Lithomancer Nahiri, the Lithomancer
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Flaming Fist Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Flaming Fist
The Fifth Doctor K-9, Mark I The Fifth Doctor // K-9, Mark I
Akiri, Line-Slinger Akroma, Vision of Ixidor Akiri, Line-Slinger // Akroma, Vision of Ixidor
Akiri, Line-Slinger Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Akiri, Line-Slinger // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
The Eleventh Doctor Yasmin Khan The Eleventh Doctor // Yasmin Khan
Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Radiant, Serra Archangel Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Radiant, Serra Archangel
Nahiri, Forged in Fury Nahiri, Forged in Fury
Akroma, Vision of Ixidor Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith Akroma, Vision of Ixidor // Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith
Akiri, Line-Slinger Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Akiri, Line-Slinger // Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Rebbec, Architect of Ascension Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
Radiant, Serra Archangel Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Radiant, Serra Archangel // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Akiri, Fearless Voyager Akiri, Fearless Voyager
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
Alora, Merry Thief Flaming Fist Alora, Merry Thief // Flaming Fist
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Breeches, Brazen Plunderer Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Breeches, Brazen Plunderer
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Brinelin, the Moon Kraken Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Brinelin, the Moon Kraken
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Dargo, the Shipwrecker Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Dargo, the Shipwrecker
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Eligeth, Crossroads Augur Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Eligeth, Crossroads Augur
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Esior, Wardwing Familiar Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Esior, Wardwing Familiar
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Falthis, Shadowcat Familiar Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Falthis, Shadowcat Familiar
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Francisco, Fowl Marauder Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Francisco, Fowl Marauder
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Ghost of Ramirez DePietro
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Ignacio of Myra's Marvels Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Ignacio of Myra's Marvels
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Kodama of the East Tree Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Kodama of the East Tree
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Krark, the Thumbless Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Krark, the Thumbless
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Ravos, Soultender Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Ravos, Soultender
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Akiri, Line-Slinger Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Akiri, Line-Slinger // Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer Flaming Fist Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer // Flaming Fist