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Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
Price tag $2.26

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

#3114 Current Rank
#3468 Last Week
#3293 Last Month

Videos

Commander gameplay videos featuring Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist.

Partner Commanders

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

New Cards

Fresh cards from recent sets that players are experimenting with in Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist decks.

Avatar's Wrath Avatar's Wrath
+12% Synergy $3.36

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 $2.79
Puresteel Paladin Puresteel Paladin
+54% Synergy $0.63
Blackblade Reforged Blackblade Reforged
+53% Synergy $2.34
Open the Armory Open the Armory
+51% Synergy $1.82
Colossus Hammer Colossus Hammer
+51% Synergy $1.57
Steelshaper's Gift Steelshaper's Gift
+46% Synergy $7.66
Stoneforge Mystic Stoneforge Mystic
+46% Synergy $28.07
Sword of Vengeance Sword of Vengeance
+43% Synergy $0.77
Danitha Capashen, Paragon Danitha Capashen, Paragon
+42% Synergy $0.37
Basilisk Collar Basilisk Collar
+39% Synergy $3.81

Top Cards

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

All That Glitters All That Glitters
+38% Synergy $0.22
Foundry Inspector Foundry Inspector
+38% Synergy $0.27
Loxodon Warhammer Loxodon Warhammer
+36% Synergy $1.55
Sigarda's Aid Sigarda's Aid
+34% Synergy $16.35
Sword of the Animist Sword of the Animist
+33% Synergy $5.38
Mask of Memory Mask of Memory
+32% Synergy $0.33
Shadowspear Shadowspear
+31% Synergy $36.41
Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
+22% Synergy $1.20
Path to Exile Path to Exile
-12% Synergy $1.71
Swords to Plowshares Swords to Plowshares
-18% Synergy $1.06

Game Changers

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

Enlightened Tutor Enlightened Tutor
+7% Synergy $30.49
Smothering Tithe Smothering Tithe
-12% Synergy $44.01
Teferi's Protection Teferi's Protection
-14% Synergy $46.24

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 $0.53
Halvar, God of Battle Sword of the Realms Halvar, God of Battle
+28% Synergy $26.03
Stone Haven Outfitter Stone Haven Outfitter
+28% Synergy $0.29
Cloudsteel Kirin Cloudsteel Kirin
+27% Synergy $0.24
Armored Skyhunter Armored Skyhunter
+26% Synergy $4.55
Kor Duelist Kor Duelist
+24% Synergy $0.13
Kemba, Kha Regent Kemba, Kha Regent
+21% Synergy $0.18
Stonehewer Giant Stonehewer Giant
+20% Synergy $7.67
Armament Master Armament Master
+20% Synergy $0.19
Giver of Runes Giver of Runes
+18% Synergy $8.17
Balan, Wandering Knight Balan, Wandering Knight
+17% Synergy $0.46
Kor Sanctifiers Kor Sanctifiers
+16% Synergy $0.14
Starnheim Courser Starnheim Courser
+15% Synergy $0.27
Cid, Freeflier Pilot Cid, Freeflier Pilot
+14% Synergy $0.36
Leonin Abunas Leonin Abunas
+14% Synergy $2.08
Kor Outfitter Kor Outfitter
+14% Synergy $0.10
Kitesail Apprentice Kitesail Apprentice
+14% Synergy $0.05
Taj-Nar Swordsmith Taj-Nar Swordsmith
+13% Synergy $0.24
Thunderous Orator Thunderous Orator
+12% Synergy $0.05
Codsworth, Handy Helper Codsworth, Handy Helper
+10% Synergy $9.98
Leonin Shikari Leonin Shikari
+10% Synergy $4.03
Cliff Threader Cliff Threader
+10% Synergy $0.16
Kor Blademaster Kor Blademaster
+10% Synergy $0.09
Marsh Threader Marsh Threader
+10% Synergy $0.06
Sun Titan Sun Titan
+8% Synergy $0.20
Cliffside Rescuer Cliffside Rescuer
+8% Synergy $0.16
Kor Hookmaster Kor Hookmaster
+8% Synergy $0.05
Stone Haven Pilgrim Stone Haven Pilgrim
+8% Synergy $0.04
Kor Cartographer Kor Cartographer
+7% Synergy $0.13
Kor Celebrant Kor Celebrant
+7% Synergy $0.05
Kor Spiritdancer Kor Spiritdancer
+6% Synergy $1.80
Lion Sash Lion Sash
+6% Synergy $2.18
Relic Seeker Relic Seeker
+6% Synergy $0.19
Brass Squire Brass Squire
+6% Synergy $1.15
Odric, Lunarch Marshal Odric, Lunarch Marshal
+4% Synergy $0.58
Oswald Fiddlebender Oswald Fiddlebender
+4% Synergy $1.86
Indomitable Archangel Indomitable Archangel
+4% Synergy $0.50
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
+3% Synergy $16.85
Mangara, the Diplomat Mangara, the Diplomat
+2% Synergy $0.39
Mesa Enchantress Mesa Enchantress
+2% Synergy $0.33
Solemn Simulacrum Solemn Simulacrum
-1% Synergy $0.20
Grand Abolisher Grand Abolisher
-4% Synergy $9.19
Keeper of the Accord Keeper of the Accord
-5% Synergy $0.22
Serra Ascendant Serra Ascendant
-5% Synergy $34.43
Emeria Shepherd Emeria Shepherd
-6% Synergy $2.98
Weathered Wayfarer Weathered Wayfarer
-6% Synergy $1.25
Esper Sentinel Esper Sentinel
-7% Synergy $42.73
Archivist of Oghma Archivist of Oghma
-8% Synergy $5.65
Loran of the Third Path Loran of the Third Path
-14% Synergy $2.57
Knight of the White Orchid Knight of the White Orchid
-16% Synergy $1.89

Instants

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

Dispatch Dispatch
+19% Synergy $0.21
Dawn Charm Dawn Charm
+11% Synergy $2.97
Disenchant Disenchant
+9% Synergy $0.14
Return to Dust Return to Dust
+9% Synergy $0.06
Battlefield Improvisation Battlefield Improvisation
+6% Synergy $3.93
Settle the Wreckage Settle the Wreckage
+5% Synergy $1.95
Argivian Find Argivian Find
+5% Synergy $0.81
Valorous Stance Valorous Stance
+3% Synergy $0.09
Gods Willing Gods Willing
+3% Synergy $0.09
Oblation Oblation
+3% Synergy $0.60
Angel's Grace Angel's Grace
+2% Synergy $6.62
Blacksmith's Skill Blacksmith's Skill
0% Synergy $0.19
Reprieve Reprieve
-2% Synergy $1.19
Sejiri Shelter Sejiri Glacier Sejiri Shelter
-2% Synergy $1.61
Clever Concealment Clever Concealment
-4% Synergy $7.50
Mana Tithe Mana Tithe
-6% Synergy $0.90
Unbreakable Formation Unbreakable Formation
-7% Synergy $0.75
Generous Gift Generous Gift
-8% Synergy $0.96
Stroke of Midnight Stroke of Midnight
-10% Synergy $0.30
Flawless Maneuver Flawless Maneuver
-17% Synergy $14.89

Sorceries

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

Divine Reckoning Divine Reckoning
+18% Synergy $0.54
Single Combat Single Combat
+14% Synergy $0.47
Brilliant Restoration Brilliant Restoration
+11% Synergy $1.32
Winds of Rath Winds of Rath
+11% Synergy $0.16
Gift of Estates Gift of Estates
+5% Synergy $0.90
Nomads' Assembly Nomads' Assembly
+5% Synergy $0.60
Wrath of God Wrath of God
+4% Synergy $2.70
Idyllic Tutor Idyllic Tutor
+4% Synergy $8.65
Secret Rendezvous Secret Rendezvous
+3% Synergy $0.23
Cut a Deal Cut a Deal
-5% Synergy $0.32
Vanquish the Horde Vanquish the Horde
-5% Synergy $0.22
Austere Command Austere Command
-9% Synergy $0.27
Farewell Farewell
-15% Synergy $3.39

Utility Artifacts

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

Bloodforged Battle-Axe Bloodforged Battle-Axe
+35% Synergy $1.16
Hammer of Nazahn Hammer of Nazahn
+31% Synergy $13.50
Argentum Armor Argentum Armor
+31% Synergy $2.31
Maul of the Skyclaves Maul of the Skyclaves
+31% Synergy $0.25
Sword of Feast and Famine Sword of Feast and Famine
+30% Synergy $37.91
Masterwork of Ingenuity Masterwork of Ingenuity
+30% Synergy $1.38
Nettlecyst Nettlecyst
+28% Synergy $2.27
Sword of Forge and Frontier Sword of Forge and Frontier
+28% Synergy $8.73
Plate Armor Plate Armor
+27% Synergy $0.22
Commander's Plate Commander's Plate
+26% Synergy $38.64
Sword of Fire and Ice Sword of Fire and Ice
+25% Synergy $43.68
Sword of Body and Mind Sword of Body and Mind
+24% Synergy $16.27
Fireshrieker Fireshrieker
+22% Synergy $0.23
Sword of Light and Shadow Sword of Light and Shadow
+21% Synergy $12.32
Kaldra Compleat Kaldra Compleat
+21% Synergy $6.65
Mithril Coat Mithril Coat
+20% Synergy $19.89
Sword of Hearth and Home Sword of Hearth and Home
+20% Synergy $17.47
Celestial Armor Celestial Armor
+20% Synergy $0.64
Leyline Axe Leyline Axe
+20% Synergy $2.25
Explorer's Scope Explorer's Scope
+20% Synergy $0.12
Darksteel Plate Darksteel Plate
+19% Synergy $4.38
Sword of War and Peace Sword of War and Peace
+18% Synergy $7.21
Dragonfire Blade Dragonfire Blade
+18% Synergy $0.84
Hero's Blade Hero's Blade
+17% Synergy $0.13
Sword of Truth and Justice Sword of Truth and Justice
+16% Synergy $32.04
Sword of Sinew and Steel Sword of Sinew and Steel
+16% Synergy $12.49
Champion's Helm Champion's Helm
+15% Synergy $1.78
Sigiled Sword of Valeron Sigiled Sword of Valeron
+15% Synergy $0.41
Genji Glove Genji Glove
+14% Synergy $3.34
Excalibur, Sword of Eden Excalibur, Sword of Eden
+14% Synergy $12.56
Captain's Claws Captain's Claws
+14% Synergy $0.32
Rogue's Gloves Rogue's Gloves
+13% Synergy $0.25
Golem-Skin Gauntlets Golem-Skin Gauntlets
+13% Synergy $0.22
Adaptive Omnitool Adaptive Omnitool
+12% Synergy $1.59
Sword of Hours Sword of Hours
+12% Synergy $5.40
Thran Power Suit Thran Power Suit
+11% Synergy $0.90
Assault Suit Assault Suit
+11% Synergy $0.13
Cliffhaven Kitesail Cliffhaven Kitesail
+11% Synergy $0.10
Grafted Exoskeleton Grafted Exoskeleton
+11% Synergy $5.62
Grappling Hook Grappling Hook
+10% Synergy $0.74
Sculpting Steel Sculpting Steel
+9% Synergy $2.12
Sword of Once and Future Sword of Once and Future
+9% Synergy $4.04
Helm of the Host Helm of the Host
+8% Synergy $8.28
Aettir and Priwen Aettir and Priwen
+8% Synergy $4.70
Robe of Stars Robe of Stars
+7% Synergy $12.96
Buster Sword Buster Sword
+2% Synergy $32.48
Archaeomancer's Map Archaeomancer's Map
-2% Synergy $3.70
Skullclamp Skullclamp
-4% Synergy $3.20
Lightning Greaves Lightning Greaves
-6% Synergy $3.86
Pearl Medallion Pearl Medallion
-26% Synergy $3.89

Enchantments

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

Forge Anew Forge Anew
+23% Synergy $4.03
Armored Ascension Armored Ascension
+16% Synergy $0.24
Mantle of the Ancients Mantle of the Ancients
+15% Synergy $3.33
Spirit Mantle Spirit Mantle
+15% Synergy $3.28
Eldrazi Conscription Eldrazi Conscription
+10% Synergy $3.68
Timely Ward Timely Ward
+9% Synergy $0.66
Hyena Umbra Hyena Umbra
+9% Synergy $0.19
Super State Super State
+8% Synergy $10.89
Felidar Umbra Felidar Umbra
+8% Synergy $5.19
Angelic Gift Angelic Gift
+7% Synergy $0.19
Retreat to Emeria Retreat to Emeria
+7% Synergy $0.24
Ghostly Prison Ghostly Prison
+6% Synergy $4.69
Ethereal Armor Ethereal Armor
+6% Synergy $0.20
Unquestioned Authority Unquestioned Authority
+6% Synergy $0.66
Oblivion Ring Oblivion Ring
+6% Synergy $0.22
Quest for the Holy Relic Quest for the Holy Relic
+6% Synergy $0.17
Martial Impetus Martial Impetus
+6% Synergy $0.08
Blind Obedience Blind Obedience
+5% Synergy $3.70
Pacifism Pacifism
+5% Synergy $0.06
Vow of Duty Vow of Duty
+5% Synergy $0.05
Guildscorn Ward Guildscorn Ward
+5% Synergy $0.03
Light of Promise Light of Promise
+3% Synergy $0.38
Angelic Destiny Angelic Destiny
+3% Synergy $1.43
Brave the Sands Brave the Sands
+3% Synergy $5.66
Duelist's Heritage Duelist's Heritage
+3% Synergy $1.25
Celestial Mantle Celestial Mantle
+3% Synergy $6.12
Banishing Light Banishing Light
+3% Synergy $0.04
Darksteel Mutation Darksteel Mutation
+2% Synergy $1.80
Rule of Law Rule of Law
+2% Synergy $0.39
Sheltered by Ghosts Sheltered by Ghosts
+1% Synergy $2.78
Battle Mastery Battle Mastery
+1% Synergy $0.21
Daybreak Coronet Daybreak Coronet
0% Synergy $3.05
Monologue Tax Monologue Tax
0% Synergy $2.24
Ossification Ossification
0% Synergy $0.12
Pariah Pariah
-1% Synergy $1.50
Sage's Reverie Sage's Reverie
-1% Synergy $0.51
Smuggler's Share Smuggler's Share
-3% Synergy $7.94
With Great Power... With Great Power...
-4% Synergy $0.51
Land Tax Land Tax
-8% Synergy $20.00
Trouble in Pairs Trouble in Pairs
-8% Synergy $26.05
Authority of the Consuls Authority of the Consuls
-9% Synergy $4.41

Planeswalkers

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

Nahiri, the Lithomancer Nahiri, the Lithomancer
+28% Synergy $0.75
Elspeth, Sun's Champion Elspeth, Sun's Champion
-5% Synergy $0.90

Utility Lands

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

Rogue's Passage Rogue's Passage
+16% Synergy $0.37
Temple of the False God Temple of the False God
+12% Synergy $0.11
Ancient Den Ancient Den
+12% Synergy $1.27
Inventors' Fair Inventors' Fair
+11% Synergy $10.25
Urza's Tower Urza's Tower
+9% Synergy $0.62
Urza's Mine Urza's Mine
+9% Synergy $0.58
Urza's Power Plant Urza's Power Plant
+9% Synergy $0.66
Buried Ruin Buried Ruin
+8% Synergy $0.23
Volatile Fault Volatile Fault
+5% Synergy $0.12
Kor Haven Kor Haven
+4% Synergy $13.56
Hall of Heliod's Generosity Hall of Heliod's Generosity
+2% Synergy $5.71
Scavenger Grounds Scavenger Grounds
+2% Synergy $0.43
Maze of Ith Maze of Ith
+2% Synergy $7.19
Ishgard, the Holy See Ishgard, the Holy See
+1% Synergy $1.21
Adagia, Windswept Bastion Adagia, Windswept Bastion
+1% Synergy $4.47
Secluded Steppe Secluded Steppe
-5% Synergy $0.05
Urza's Saga Urza's Saga
-5% Synergy $34.91
Reliquary Tower Reliquary Tower
-9% Synergy $2.26
Castle Ardenvale Castle Ardenvale
-13% Synergy $0.19
Emeria, the Sky Ruin Emeria, the Sky Ruin
-20% Synergy $18.39
War Room War Room
-21% Synergy $4.92
Minas Tirith Minas Tirith
-22% Synergy $3.51
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
-24% Synergy $38.24

Mana Artifacts

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

Thran Dynamo Thran Dynamo
+14% Synergy $3.16
Mind Stone Mind Stone
+11% Synergy $0.17
The Aetherspark The Aetherspark
+11% Synergy $16.68
Commander's Sphere Commander's Sphere
+7% Synergy $0.15
Extraplanar Lens Extraplanar Lens
+5% Synergy $9.68
Worn Powerstone Worn Powerstone
+5% Synergy $0.24
Coldsteel Heart Coldsteel Heart
+5% Synergy $1.02
Marble Diamond Marble Diamond
+4% Synergy $0.15
Gauntlet of Power Gauntlet of Power
+4% Synergy $3.48
Fellwar Stone Fellwar Stone
+2% Synergy $0.92
Thought Vessel Thought Vessel
-2% Synergy $1.22
Sol Ring Sol Ring
-8% Synergy $1.21
Throne of Eldraine Throne of Eldraine
-8% Synergy $25.64
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
-14% Synergy $0.34

Lands

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

Command Tower Command Tower
+13% Synergy $0.20
Evolving Wilds Evolving Wilds
+5% Synergy $0.07
Terramorphic Expanse Terramorphic Expanse
+5% Synergy $0.11
Plains Plains
+1% Synergy $0.08
Sejiri Shelter Sejiri Glacier Sejiri Shelter
-2% Synergy $1.61
Snow-Covered Plains Snow-Covered Plains
-3% Synergy $0.37
Path of Ancestry Path of Ancestry
-6% Synergy $0.16
Myriad Landscape Myriad Landscape
-14% Synergy $0.17

Similar Commanders

The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist.

Halvar, God of Battle Halvar, God of Battle
Kemba, Kha Regent Kemba, Kha Regent
Frodo, Determined Hero Frodo, Determined Hero
Sram, Senior Edificer Sram, Senior Edificer
Balan, Wandering Knight Balan, Wandering Knight
Zhao Zilong, Tiger General Zhao Zilong, Tiger General
Danitha, Benalia's Hope Danitha, Benalia's Hope
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Kodama of the East Tree Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Kodama of the East Tree
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Ravos, Soultender Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Ravos, Soultender
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Radiant, Serra Archangel Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Radiant, Serra Archangel
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Rebbec, Architect of Ascension Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
Eivor, Battle-Ready Eivor, Battle-Ready
Tegan Jovanka Tegan Jovanka
Codsworth, Handy Helper Codsworth, Handy Helper
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 Anara, Wolvid Familiar Akiri, Line-Slinger // Anara, Wolvid Familiar
Akiri, Line-Slinger Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Akiri, Line-Slinger // Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
Akiri, Line-Slinger Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Akiri, Line-Slinger // Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder
Akiri, Line-Slinger Keleth, Sunmane Familiar Akiri, Line-Slinger // Keleth, Sunmane Familiar
Akiri, Line-Slinger Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Akiri, Line-Slinger // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Akiri, Line-Slinger Tana, the Bloodsower Akiri, Line-Slinger // Tana, the Bloodsower
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
Bruenor Battlehammer Bruenor Battlehammer
Wyleth, Soul of Steel Wyleth, Soul of Steel
Danitha Capashen, Paragon Danitha Capashen, Paragon
Akroma, Vision of Ixidor Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Akroma, Vision of Ixidor // Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
Nahiri, Forged in Fury Nahiri, Forged in Fury
Akroma, Vision of Ixidor Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith Akroma, Vision of Ixidor // Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith
Jareth, Leonine Titan Jareth, Leonine Titan
Radiant, Serra Archangel Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Radiant, Serra Archangel // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Akiri, Fearless Voyager Akiri, Fearless Voyager
Alena, Kessig Trapper Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Alena, Kessig Trapper // Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
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