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Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
Price tag $3.36

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

#3088 Current Rank
#3232 Last Week
#3182 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.

World Map World Map
+9% Synergy $0.15
Aettir and Priwen Aettir and Priwen
+6% Synergy $7.86

High Synergy Cards

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

Sram, Senior Edificer Sram, Senior Edificer
+55% Synergy $1.97
Steelshaper's Gift Steelshaper's Gift
+55% Synergy $8.35
Blackblade Reforged Blackblade Reforged
+54% Synergy $2.31
Open the Armory Open the Armory
+54% Synergy $1.94
Colossus Hammer Colossus Hammer
+52% Synergy $2.39
Puresteel Paladin Puresteel Paladin
+51% Synergy $1.70
Stoneforge Mystic Stoneforge Mystic
+43% Synergy $24.93
Sword of Vengeance Sword of Vengeance
+43% Synergy $0.61
Danitha Capashen, Paragon Danitha Capashen, Paragon
+41% Synergy $0.34
Mask of Memory Mask of Memory
+40% Synergy $0.35

Top Cards

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

Loxodon Warhammer Loxodon Warhammer
+40% Synergy $1.06
Basilisk Collar Basilisk Collar
+37% Synergy $3.11
Sigarda's Aid Sigarda's Aid
+36% Synergy $21.70
Foundry Inspector Foundry Inspector
+36% Synergy $0.24
Masterwork of Ingenuity Masterwork of Ingenuity
+36% Synergy $1.02
All That Glitters All That Glitters
+31% Synergy $0.40
Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
+28% Synergy $1.30
Sword of the Animist Sword of the Animist
+26% Synergy $7.32
Path to Exile Path to Exile
-6% Synergy $1.27
Swords to Plowshares Swords to Plowshares
-12% Synergy $0.80

Game Changers

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

Enlightened Tutor Enlightened Tutor
+7% Synergy $28.27
Serra's Sanctum Serra's Sanctum
+5% Synergy $349.70
Smothering Tithe Smothering Tithe
-7% Synergy $34.98
Teferi's Protection Teferi's Protection
-13% Synergy $45.06

Creatures

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

Danitha, Benalia's Hope Danitha, Benalia's Hope
+38% Synergy $0.57
Cloudsteel Kirin Cloudsteel Kirin
+28% Synergy $0.33
Kemba, Kha Regent Kemba, Kha Regent
+27% Synergy $0.17
Starnheim Courser Starnheim Courser
+26% Synergy $0.18
Armored Skyhunter Armored Skyhunter
+26% Synergy $3.80
Halvar, God of Battle Sword of the Realms Halvar, God of Battle
+25% Synergy $31.10
Stone Haven Outfitter Stone Haven Outfitter
+23% Synergy $0.29
Kor Duelist Kor Duelist
+21% Synergy $0.20
Balan, Wandering Knight Balan, Wandering Knight
+20% Synergy $0.47
Stonehewer Giant Stonehewer Giant
+18% Synergy $6.51
Sun Titan Sun Titan
+16% Synergy $0.35
Taj-Nar Swordsmith Taj-Nar Swordsmith
+16% Synergy $0.24
Armament Master Armament Master
+14% Synergy $0.17
Leonin Abunas Leonin Abunas
+12% Synergy $1.58
Relic Seeker Relic Seeker
+12% Synergy $0.25
Leonin Shikari Leonin Shikari
+12% Synergy $3.98
Kor Sanctifiers Kor Sanctifiers
+12% Synergy $0.12
Giver of Runes Giver of Runes
+10% Synergy $6.86
Cliff Threader Cliff Threader
+10% Synergy $0.03
Marsh Threader Marsh Threader
+10% Synergy $0.04
Kor Outfitter Kor Outfitter
+9% Synergy $0.15
Kitesail Apprentice Kitesail Apprentice
+9% Synergy $0.06
Auriok Steelshaper Auriok Steelshaper
+9% Synergy $0.84
Indomitable Archangel Indomitable Archangel
+8% Synergy $0.46
Kor Celebrant Kor Celebrant
+8% Synergy $0.07
Mirran Crusader Mirran Crusader
+8% Synergy $0.35
Mangara, the Diplomat Mangara, the Diplomat
+7% Synergy $0.61
Brass Squire Brass Squire
+7% Synergy $1.16
Steelburr Champion Steelburr Champion
+7% Synergy $0.22
Kor Blademaster Kor Blademaster
+7% Synergy $0.06
Kor Aeronaut Kor Aeronaut
+7% Synergy $0.20
Kor Scythemaster Kor Scythemaster
+7% Synergy $0.04
Stone Haven Pilgrim Stone Haven Pilgrim
+7% Synergy $0.05
Odric, Lunarch Marshal Odric, Lunarch Marshal
+6% Synergy $0.32
Oswald Fiddlebender Oswald Fiddlebender
+6% Synergy $1.22
Lion Sash Lion Sash
+5% Synergy $1.09
Kor Cartographer Kor Cartographer
+5% Synergy $0.11
Heliod's Pilgrim Heliod's Pilgrim
+5% Synergy $0.12
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
+5% Synergy $0.13
Mesa Enchantress Mesa Enchantress
+3% Synergy $0.54
Codsworth, Handy Helper Codsworth, Handy Helper
+3% Synergy $14.00
Solemn Simulacrum Solemn Simulacrum
+2% Synergy $0.26
Skyclave Apparition Skyclave Apparition
0% Synergy $0.36
Grand Abolisher Grand Abolisher
-3% Synergy $10.32
Keeper of the Accord Keeper of the Accord
-4% Synergy $0.29
Emeria Shepherd Emeria Shepherd
-4% Synergy $2.09
Weathered Wayfarer Weathered Wayfarer
-5% Synergy $1.08
Esper Sentinel Esper Sentinel
-7% Synergy $42.20
Mother of Runes Mother of Runes
-11% Synergy $6.79
Knight of the White Orchid Knight of the White Orchid
-15% Synergy $1.92

Instants

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

Dispatch Dispatch
+21% Synergy $0.45
Disenchant Disenchant
+14% Synergy $0.13
Dawn Charm Dawn Charm
+8% Synergy $1.96
Crush Contraband Crush Contraband
+7% Synergy $0.13
Pressure Point Pressure Point
+7% Synergy $0.04
Return to Dust Return to Dust
+6% Synergy $0.10
Settle the Wreckage Settle the Wreckage
+6% Synergy $2.58
Crumb and Get It Crumb and Get It
+6% Synergy $0.03
Argivian Find Argivian Find
+6% Synergy $0.59
Battlefield Improvisation Battlefield Improvisation
+6% Synergy $3.23
Rustler Rampage Rustler Rampage
+6% Synergy $0.14
Valorous Stance Valorous Stance
+4% Synergy $0.08
Gods Willing Gods Willing
+4% Synergy $0.11
Oblation Oblation
+4% Synergy $0.63
Angel's Grace Angel's Grace
+3% Synergy $6.52
Parting Gust Parting Gust
+2% Synergy $0.41
Reprieve Reprieve
+1% Synergy $0.63
Blacksmith's Skill Blacksmith's Skill
0% Synergy $0.21
Mana Tithe Mana Tithe
-5% Synergy $0.45
Stroke of Midnight Stroke of Midnight
-7% Synergy $0.31
Dawn's Truce Dawn's Truce
-7% Synergy $6.35
Generous Gift Generous Gift
-10% Synergy $0.84
Flawless Maneuver Flawless Maneuver
-18% Synergy $16.24

Sorceries

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

Divine Reckoning Divine Reckoning
+17% Synergy $0.62
Single Combat Single Combat
+14% Synergy $0.47
Brilliant Restoration Brilliant Restoration
+9% Synergy $0.89
Wrath of God Wrath of God
+7% Synergy $2.29
Winds of Rath Winds of Rath
+7% Synergy $0.20
Secret Rendezvous Secret Rendezvous
+2% Synergy $0.32
Gift of Estates Gift of Estates
+2% Synergy $0.73
Idyllic Tutor Idyllic Tutor
+1% Synergy $8.66
Austere Command Austere Command
-4% Synergy $0.44
Cut a Deal Cut a Deal
-4% Synergy $0.28
Vanquish the Horde Vanquish the Horde
-4% Synergy $0.40
Farewell Farewell
-15% Synergy $4.30

Utility Artifacts

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

Sword of Feast and Famine Sword of Feast and Famine
+35% Synergy $33.77
Sword of Body and Mind Sword of Body and Mind
+34% Synergy $15.95
Hammer of Nazahn Hammer of Nazahn
+33% Synergy $17.44
Maul of the Skyclaves Maul of the Skyclaves
+33% Synergy $0.21
Argentum Armor Argentum Armor
+32% Synergy $1.87
Sword of Fire and Ice Sword of Fire and Ice
+31% Synergy $38.01
Bloodforged Battle-Axe Bloodforged Battle-Axe
+30% Synergy $0.77
Mithril Coat Mithril Coat
+28% Synergy $17.15
Fireshrieker Fireshrieker
+28% Synergy $0.26
Shadowspear Shadowspear
+28% Synergy $31.55
Sword of Light and Shadow Sword of Light and Shadow
+28% Synergy $11.60
Sword of Forge and Frontier Sword of Forge and Frontier
+28% Synergy $8.42
Celestial Armor Celestial Armor
+27% Synergy $0.40
Plate Armor Plate Armor
+27% Synergy $0.14
Dragonfire Blade Dragonfire Blade
+27% Synergy $1.67
Commander's Plate Commander's Plate
+26% Synergy $35.07
Nettlecyst Nettlecyst
+25% Synergy $1.19
Kaldra Compleat Kaldra Compleat
+25% Synergy $8.74
Sword of War and Peace Sword of War and Peace
+24% Synergy $8.42
Leyline Axe Leyline Axe
+24% Synergy $1.77
Sword of Truth and Justice Sword of Truth and Justice
+22% Synergy $31.16
Darksteel Plate Darksteel Plate
+21% Synergy $6.10
Excalibur, Sword of Eden Excalibur, Sword of Eden
+20% Synergy $14.36
Sword of Sinew and Steel Sword of Sinew and Steel
+19% Synergy $13.24
Sword of Hearth and Home Sword of Hearth and Home
+18% Synergy $20.45
Sigiled Sword of Valeron Sigiled Sword of Valeron
+18% Synergy $0.29
Thran Power Suit Thran Power Suit
+16% Synergy $1.33
Cliffhaven Kitesail Cliffhaven Kitesail
+16% Synergy $0.13
Greatsword of Tyr Greatsword of Tyr
+15% Synergy $0.11
Explorer's Scope Explorer's Scope
+15% Synergy $0.12
Hero's Blade Hero's Blade
+15% Synergy $0.20
Sword of Hours Sword of Hours
+14% Synergy $4.18
Adaptive Omnitool Adaptive Omnitool
+13% Synergy $3.18
Sword of Once and Future Sword of Once and Future
+13% Synergy $4.25
Golem-Skin Gauntlets Golem-Skin Gauntlets
+13% Synergy $0.22
Sculpting Steel Sculpting Steel
+12% Synergy $0.96
Champion's Helm Champion's Helm
+12% Synergy $1.86
Rogue's Gloves Rogue's Gloves
+11% Synergy $0.30
Starforged Sword Starforged Sword
+11% Synergy $0.06
Mask of Avacyn Mask of Avacyn
+10% Synergy $2.06
Haunted Cloak Haunted Cloak
+9% Synergy $0.19
Sword of Kaldra Sword of Kaldra
+9% Synergy $18.72
Captain's Claws Captain's Claws
+9% Synergy $0.27
Whispersilk Cloak Whispersilk Cloak
+8% Synergy $2.15
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
+7% Synergy $27.40
Archaeomancer's Map Archaeomancer's Map
+3% Synergy $4.31
Skullclamp Skullclamp
0% Synergy $5.02
Lightning Greaves Lightning Greaves
-3% Synergy $4.45
Oketra's Monument Oketra's Monument
-20% Synergy $3.77
Pearl Medallion Pearl Medallion
-22% Synergy $2.94

Enchantments

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

Forge Anew Forge Anew
+31% Synergy $4.36
Armored Ascension Armored Ascension
+17% Synergy $0.26
Mantle of the Ancients Mantle of the Ancients
+15% Synergy $1.46
Ghostly Prison Ghostly Prison
+14% Synergy $3.99
Timely Ward Timely Ward
+12% Synergy $1.04
Pacifism Pacifism
+12% Synergy $0.05
Spirit Mantle Spirit Mantle
+11% Synergy $3.14
Nahiri's Binding Nahiri's Binding
+9% Synergy $0.05
Bound in Gold Bound in Gold
+9% Synergy $0.05
Eldrazi Conscription Eldrazi Conscription
+8% Synergy $3.32
Hyena Umbra Hyena Umbra
+7% Synergy $0.26
Oblivion Ring Oblivion Ring
+7% Synergy $0.18
Candletrap Candletrap
+7% Synergy $0.03
Quest for the Holy Relic Quest for the Holy Relic
+7% Synergy $0.18
Vow of Duty Vow of Duty
+7% Synergy $0.07
Angelic Gift Angelic Gift
+6% Synergy $0.15
Rule of Law Rule of Law
+6% Synergy $0.36
Prison Term Prison Term
+6% Synergy $0.66
Unquestioned Authority Unquestioned Authority
+5% Synergy $2.00
Light of Promise Light of Promise
+5% Synergy $0.35
Felidar Umbra Felidar Umbra
+5% Synergy $2.73
Ethereal Armor Ethereal Armor
+3% Synergy $0.27
Gift of Immortality Gift of Immortality
+3% Synergy $4.07
Blind Obedience Blind Obedience
+2% Synergy $2.73
Darksteel Mutation Darksteel Mutation
+1% Synergy $1.43
Battle Mastery Battle Mastery
+1% Synergy $0.22
Ossification Ossification
+1% Synergy $0.33
Sage's Reverie Sage's Reverie
0% Synergy $0.43
Authority of the Consuls Authority of the Consuls
-2% Synergy $3.67
Land Tax Land Tax
-3% Synergy $21.01

Planeswalkers

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

Nahiri, the Lithomancer Nahiri, the Lithomancer
+25% Synergy $0.56
Elspeth, Knight-Errant Elspeth, Knight-Errant
+7% Synergy $6.89
Elspeth, Sun's Champion Elspeth, Sun's Champion
-5% Synergy $0.92

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 $0.14
Rogue's Passage Rogue's Passage
+13% Synergy $0.27
Inventors' Fair Inventors' Fair
+12% Synergy $9.47
Urza's Tower Urza's Tower
+11% Synergy $0.64
Urza's Mine Urza's Mine
+11% Synergy $0.65
Urza's Power Plant Urza's Power Plant
+11% Synergy $0.61
Buried Ruin Buried Ruin
+9% Synergy $0.46
Ancient Den Ancient Den
+8% Synergy $0.76
Darksteel Citadel Darksteel Citadel
+4% Synergy $0.86
Volatile Fault Volatile Fault
+4% Synergy $0.15
Maze of Ith Maze of Ith
+3% Synergy $7.01
Kor Haven Kor Haven
+1% Synergy $10.98
Urza's Saga Urza's Saga
-4% Synergy $38.71
Secluded Steppe Secluded Steppe
-7% Synergy $0.11
Monumental Henge Monumental Henge
-7% Synergy $0.49
Reliquary Tower Reliquary Tower
-10% Synergy $1.98
Emeria, the Sky Ruin Emeria, the Sky Ruin
-12% Synergy $15.90
Castle Ardenvale Castle Ardenvale
-12% Synergy $0.18
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
-14% Synergy $34.54
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
-14% Synergy $3.65
War Room War Room
-22% Synergy $2.73

Mana Artifacts

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

Mind Stone Mind Stone
+9% Synergy $0.22
Commander's Sphere Commander's Sphere
+9% Synergy $0.16
Marble Diamond Marble Diamond
+8% Synergy $0.19
Thran Dynamo Thran Dynamo
+8% Synergy $2.44
Gauntlet of Power Gauntlet of Power
+6% Synergy $3.21
Worn Powerstone Worn Powerstone
+6% Synergy $0.24
Pristine Talisman Pristine Talisman
+2% Synergy $0.32
The Aetherspark The Aetherspark
+2% Synergy $19.51
Thought Vessel Thought Vessel
0% Synergy $1.33
Fellwar Stone Fellwar Stone
-1% Synergy $1.12
Sol Ring Sol Ring
-4% Synergy $1.07
Throne of Eldraine Throne of Eldraine
-6% Synergy $17.16
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
-11% Synergy $0.51

Lands

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

Command Tower Command Tower
+15% Synergy $0.22
Evolving Wilds Evolving Wilds
+10% Synergy $0.23
Terramorphic Expanse Terramorphic Expanse
+9% Synergy $0.28
Opal Palace Opal Palace
+4% Synergy $0.18
Plains Plains
+3% Synergy $0.05
Path of Ancestry Path of Ancestry
-1% Synergy $0.18
Myriad Landscape Myriad Landscape
-15% Synergy $0.11

Similar Commanders

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

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
Zamriel, Seraph of Steel Zamriel, Seraph of Steel
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 Krark, the Thumbless Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Krark, the Thumbless
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Danitha, Benalia's Hope Danitha, Benalia's Hope
Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer Flaming Fist Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer // Flaming Fist
Akroma, Vision of Ixidor Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith Akroma, Vision of Ixidor // Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator
Balan, Wandering Knight Balan, Wandering Knight
Halvar, God of Battle Halvar, God of Battle
Bruenor Battlehammer Bruenor Battlehammer
Kemba, Kha Regent Kemba, Kha Regent
Sram, Senior Edificer Sram, Senior Edificer
Frodo, Determined Hero Frodo, Determined Hero
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Sidar Kondo of Jamuraa Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Sidar Kondo of Jamuraa
Tegan Jovanka Tegan Jovanka
Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
The Eleventh Doctor Yasmin Khan The Eleventh Doctor // Yasmin Khan
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
Zhao Zilong, Tiger General Zhao Zilong, Tiger General
Akiri, Line-Slinger Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Akiri, Line-Slinger // Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder
The Fifth Doctor K-9, Mark I The Fifth Doctor // K-9, Mark I
Nahiri, the Lithomancer Nahiri, the Lithomancer
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Silas Renn, Seeker Adept Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
Akiri, Line-Slinger Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Akiri, Line-Slinger // Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist