Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
$3.26
$3.26Legendary Creature — Kor Scout
How it feels to play against
Mildly Annoying
Some frustrating moments but still fun.
Popularity
Niche Pick
Less common, brings surprise factor.
Ranking
#3043
Current Rank
#3302
Last Month
Combos
Debut Set
Decks on Moxfield
Decks on Archidekt
Scryfall
CardmarketVideos
Commander gameplay videos featuring Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist.
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More Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist VideosPartner Commanders
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist can partner with any of these 58 commanders.
Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Tana, the Bloodsower
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
Akiri, Line-Slinger
Kraum, Ludevic's Opus
Esior, Wardwing Familiar
Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
Vial Smasher the Fierce
Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith
Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful
Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist
Thrasios, Triton Hero
Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder
Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper
Falthis, Shadowcat Familiar
Kodama of the East Tree
Tymna the Weaver
Reyhan, Last of the Abzan
Kydele, Chosen of Kruphix
Anara, Wolvid Familiar
Krark, the Thumbless
Akroma, Vision of Ixidor
Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker
Nadier, Agent of the Duskenel
Ghost of Ramirez DePietro
Alena, Kessig Trapper
Armix, Filigree Thrasher
Francisco, Fowl Marauder
Kamahl, Heart of Krosa
Ravos, Soultender
Radiant, Serra Archangel
Prava of the Steel Legion
Keleth, Sunmane Familiar
Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist
Dargo, the Shipwrecker
Keskit, the Flesh Sculptor
Breeches, Brazen Plunderer
Brinelin, the Moon Kraken
Eligeth, Crossroads Augur
Gilanra, Caller of Wirewood
Glacian, Powerstone Engineer
Halana, Kessig Ranger
Ich-Tekik, Salvage Splicer
Ignacio of Myra's Marvels
Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel
Miara, Thorn of the Glade
Numa, Joraga Chieftain
Sengir, the Dark Baron
Siani, Eye of the Storm
Sidar Kondo of Jamuraa
Slurrk, All-Ingesting
The Prismatic Piper
Tormod, the DesecratorHigh Synergy Cards
Cards that work exceptionally well with Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist's abilities and overall game plan.
Sram, Senior Edificer+56% Synergy
$3.56
Colossus Hammer+55% Synergy
$1.93
Open the Armory+52% Synergy
$3.31
Blackblade Reforged+48% Synergy
$3.99
Sword of Vengeance+47% Synergy
$0.98
Puresteel Paladin+46% Synergy
$2.52
Steelshaper's Gift+45% Synergy
$9.28
Danitha Capashen, Paragon+44% Synergy
$0.60
Basilisk Collar+42% Synergy
$3.61
All That Glitters+42% Synergy
$0.48
Top Cards
The most popular and reliable cards that form the backbone of successful Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist decks.
Argentum Armor+37% Synergy
$2.58
Sigarda's Aid+35% Synergy
$17.47
Stoneforge Mystic+35% Synergy
$28.55
Foundry Inspector+34% Synergy
$0.34
Loxodon Warhammer+34% Synergy
$2.50
Sword of the Animist+30% Synergy
$8.56
Commander's Plate+30% Synergy
$44.70
Swiftfoot Boots+24% Synergy
$2.00
Path to Exile-9% Synergy
$1.23
Swords to Plowshares-17% Synergy
$1.35
Game Changers
Powerful cards that can single-handedly turn the tide of a game when resolved.
Enlightened Tutor+7% Synergy
$32.48
Serra's Sanctum+3% Synergy
$350.61
Ancient Tomb-5% Synergy
$111.70
Smothering Tithe-7% Synergy
$50.17
Farewell-14% Synergy
$7.45
Teferi's Protection-17% Synergy
$51.58
Creatures
Essential creatures that complement Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.
Danitha, Benalia's Hope+31% Synergy
$0.56
Cloudsteel Kirin+26% Synergy
$0.35
Stone Haven Outfitter+26% Synergy
$0.36
Armored Skyhunter+23% Synergy
$4.62
Kor Duelist+23% Synergy
$0.08
Starnheim Courser+22% Synergy
$0.32
Stonehewer Giant+20% Synergy
$8.29
Kemba, Kha Regent+19% Synergy
$0.18
Halvar, God of Battle+18% Synergy
$27.93
Armament Master+17% Synergy
$0.15
Balan, Wandering Knight+15% Synergy
$0.52
Leonin Abunas+14% Synergy
$2.13
Kor Sanctifiers+13% Synergy
$0.15
Kor Outfitter+13% Synergy
$0.16
Kitesail Apprentice+13% Synergy
$0.04
Taj-Nar Swordsmith+12% Synergy
$0.26
Giver of Runes+10% Synergy
$9.26
Kor Cartographer+10% Synergy
$0.14
Brass Squire+10% Synergy
$1.29
Leonin Shikari+10% Synergy
$4.65
Thunderous Orator+10% Synergy
$0.09
Kor Spiritdancer+9% Synergy
$2.45
Relic Seeker+9% Synergy
$0.29
Cid, Freeflier Pilot+8% Synergy
$0.93
Ondu Spiritdancer+8% Synergy
$1.81
Cliff Threader+8% Synergy
$0.13
Marsh Threader+8% Synergy
$0.04
Cliffside Rescuer+8% Synergy
$0.18
Kor Hookmaster+8% Synergy
$0.05
Sun Titan+7% Synergy
$0.35
Indomitable Archangel+7% Synergy
$0.56
Dawnglare Invoker+7% Synergy
$0.29
Kor Blademaster+7% Synergy
$0.11
Stone Haven Pilgrim+7% Synergy
$0.06
Codsworth, Handy Helper+6% Synergy
$10.28
Odric, Lunarch Marshal+6% Synergy
$0.45
Solemn Simulacrum+5% Synergy
$0.27
Lion Sash+4% Synergy
$2.09
Heliod's Pilgrim+4% Synergy
$0.12
Zetalpa, Primal Dawn+4% Synergy
$0.21
Mesa Enchantress+2% Synergy
$0.40
Pearl-Ear, Imperial Advisor+2% Synergy
$0.61
Mangara, the Diplomat0% Synergy
$0.46
Keeper of the Accord-3% Synergy
$0.38
Grand Abolisher-5% Synergy
$15.71
Esper Sentinel-6% Synergy
$54.22
Serra Ascendant-6% Synergy
$31.98
Emeria Shepherd-7% Synergy
$5.31
Mother of Runes-14% Synergy
$12.83
Knight of the White Orchid-15% Synergy
$4.80
Instants
Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist safe.
Dispatch+19% Synergy
$0.27
Dawn Charm+13% Synergy
$3.44
Return to Dust+8% Synergy
$0.17
Disenchant+7% Synergy
$0.12
Battlefield Improvisation+5% Synergy
$4.65
Settle the Wreckage+4% Synergy
$2.87
Argivian Find+4% Synergy
$0.75
Angel's Grace+2% Synergy
$7.51
Condemn+2% Synergy
$0.24
Valorous Stance+2% Synergy
$0.13
Reprieve-1% Synergy
$1.90
Blacksmith's Skill-1% Synergy
$0.33
Surge of Salvation-1% Synergy
$0.45
Sejiri Shelter-4% Synergy
$1.41
Mana Tithe-4% Synergy
$0.79
Clever Concealment-5% Synergy
$7.71
Stroke of Midnight-6% Synergy
$0.37
Restoration Magic-7% Synergy
$1.68
Unbreakable Formation-8% Synergy
$1.22
Generous Gift-10% Synergy
$1.18
Flawless Maneuver-17% Synergy
$18.77
Sorceries
Important sorcery spells that advance Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist's game plan and control the board.
Divine Reckoning+21% Synergy
$0.58
Single Combat+16% Synergy
$0.50
Brilliant Restoration+12% Synergy
$1.30
Wrath of God+7% Synergy
$3.05
Secret Rendezvous+7% Synergy
$0.31
Winds of Rath+7% Synergy
$0.38
Nomads' Assembly+6% Synergy
$0.61
Idyllic Tutor+5% Synergy
$9.90
Gift of Estates+5% Synergy
$1.02
Unfinished Business+5% Synergy
$0.27
Conqueror's Pledge+5% Synergy
$0.34
Avatar's Wrath+3% Synergy
$5.01
Retether+3% Synergy
$4.38
Ondu Inversion-1% Synergy
$1.15
Day of Judgment-1% Synergy
$1.08
Cut a Deal-3% Synergy
$0.34
Vanquish the Horde-4% Synergy
$0.33
Austere Command-12% Synergy
$0.43
Utility Artifacts
Versatile artifacts that provide ongoing value, card selection, or strategic advantages.
Masterwork of Ingenuity+34% Synergy
$0.91
Bloodforged Battle-Axe+34% Synergy
$2.19
Maul of the Skyclaves+31% Synergy
$0.33
Mask of Memory+28% Synergy
$0.42
Sword of Feast and Famine+28% Synergy
$40.13
Nettlecyst+28% Synergy
$3.65
Plate Armor+27% Synergy
$0.26
Sword of Body and Mind+27% Synergy
$18.64
Leyline Axe+26% Synergy
$2.47
Kaldra Compleat+26% Synergy
$7.87
Sword of Fire and Ice+25% Synergy
$49.85
Hammer of Nazahn+25% Synergy
$14.83
Sword of Forge and Frontier+25% Synergy
$10.82
Mithril Coat+24% Synergy
$28.23
Shadowspear+22% Synergy
$39.49
Thran Power Suit+22% Synergy
$1.20
Explorer's Scope+21% Synergy
$0.20
Fireshrieker+21% Synergy
$0.20
Celestial Armor+20% Synergy
$0.58
Sword of Hearth and Home+19% Synergy
$19.86
Sword of Light and Shadow+19% Synergy
$14.47
Darksteel Plate+18% Synergy
$5.44
Sword of War and Peace+18% Synergy
$9.39
Champion's Helm+16% Synergy
$1.90
Genji Glove+15% Synergy
$5.29
Excalibur, Sword of Eden+15% Synergy
$14.47
Sword of Sinew and Steel+15% Synergy
$11.92
Adaptive Omnitool+14% Synergy
$1.49
Grafted Exoskeleton+14% Synergy
$6.83
Sword of Truth and Justice+13% Synergy
$33.61
Sword of Hours+13% Synergy
$7.58
Aettir and Priwen+12% Synergy
$5.99
Hero's Blade+12% Synergy
$0.22
Dragonfire Blade+12% Synergy
$1.37
Buster Sword+11% Synergy
$36.49
Trailblazer's Boots+11% Synergy
$3.14
Captain's Claws+11% Synergy
$0.34
Golem-Skin Gauntlets+10% Synergy
$0.20
Grappling Hook+10% Synergy
$0.75
Rogue's Gloves+9% Synergy
$0.38
Sword of Kaldra+9% Synergy
$21.05
Sigiled Sword of Valeron+9% Synergy
$0.41
Sword of Wealth and Power+8% Synergy
$19.18
Helm of the Host+7% Synergy
$10.91
Robe of Stars+7% Synergy
$13.33
Brotherhood Regalia+7% Synergy
$10.99
Skullclamp-5% Synergy
$5.10
Archaeomancer's Map-7% Synergy
$4.70
Lightning Greaves-8% Synergy
$4.61
Pearl Medallion-30% Synergy
$4.41
Enchantments
Powerful enchantments that support Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.
Forge Anew+21% Synergy
$5.12
Spirit Mantle+20% Synergy
$3.51
Armored Ascension+20% Synergy
$0.27
Mantle of the Ancients+16% Synergy
$3.73
Timely Ward+15% Synergy
$1.03
Hyena Umbra+13% Synergy
$0.31
Super State+11% Synergy
$15.07
Eldrazi Conscription+11% Synergy
$4.15
Ethereal Armor+9% Synergy
$0.35
Light of Promise+9% Synergy
$0.40
With Great Power...+8% Synergy
$0.60
Retreat to Emeria+8% Synergy
$0.27
Guildscorn Ward+8% Synergy
$0.06
Angelic Gift+7% Synergy
$0.17
Ghostly Prison+6% Synergy
$5.87
Pacifism+6% Synergy
$0.11
Celestial Mantle+6% Synergy
$8.17
Angelic Destiny+5% Synergy
$0.73
Banishing Light+5% Synergy
$0.15
Felidar Umbra+5% Synergy
$5.49
Martial Impetus+5% Synergy
$0.09
Blind Obedience+4% Synergy
$4.79
Unquestioned Authority+4% Synergy
$1.43
Songbirds' Blessing+4% Synergy
$8.52
Oblivion Ring+4% Synergy
$0.20
Cathar's Call+4% Synergy
$0.25
Vow of Duty+4% Synergy
$0.23
Darksteel Mutation+3% Synergy
$2.76
Daybreak Coronet+3% Synergy
$4.37
Brave the Sands+3% Synergy
$6.43
Benevolent Blessing+3% Synergy
$0.23
Rule of Law+3% Synergy
$0.48
Holy Mantle+3% Synergy
$0.29
Spectra Ward+3% Synergy
$3.32
Sage's Reverie+2% Synergy
$0.75
Battle Mastery+2% Synergy
$0.24
Spirit Link+2% Synergy
$0.20
Duelist's Heritage+2% Synergy
$2.62
Sheltered by Ghosts+1% Synergy
$4.38
Sentinel's Eyes+1% Synergy
$0.28
On Serra's Wings+1% Synergy
$0.34
Ossification0% Synergy
$0.25
Pariah-1% Synergy
$2.27
Monologue Tax-1% Synergy
$5.05
Land Tax-2% Synergy
$25.67
Smuggler's Share-3% Synergy
$8.76
Authority of the Consuls-5% Synergy
$5.70
Flowering of the White Tree-6% Synergy
$7.64
Trouble in Pairs-8% Synergy
$28.99
Planeswalkers
Planeswalkers that work alongside Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist to provide ongoing value and board presence.
Nahiri, the Lithomancer+34% Synergy
$0.80
Elspeth, Sun's Champion-6% Synergy
$1.87
Utility Lands
Non-basic lands that offer additional utility beyond just mana production.
Rogue's Passage+13% Synergy
$1.16
Temple of the False God+13% Synergy
$0.28
Buried Ruin+11% Synergy
$0.35
Inventors' Fair+11% Synergy
$13.00
Ancient Den+11% Synergy
$0.97
Urza's Mine+9% Synergy
$0.94
Urza's Tower+9% Synergy
$0.75
Urza's Power Plant+9% Synergy
$0.87
Roadside Reliquary+6% Synergy
$0.26
Hall of Heliod's Generosity+3% Synergy
$7.13
Kor Haven+3% Synergy
$15.14
Kabira Crossroads+2% Synergy
$0.37
Maze of Ith+1% Synergy
$8.97
Guildless Commons+1% Synergy
$2.86
Ishgard, the Holy See0% Synergy
$1.25
Scavenger Grounds0% Synergy
$0.44
Secluded Steppe-2% Synergy
$0.28
Urza's Saga-2% Synergy
$37.51
Adagia, Windswept Bastion-2% Synergy
$5.29
Command Beacon-2% Synergy
$5.36
Reliquary Tower-5% Synergy
$3.70
Monumental Henge-5% Synergy
$0.54
Abandoned Air Temple-8% Synergy
$5.50
Castle Ardenvale-12% Synergy
$0.25
Emeria, the Sky Ruin-20% Synergy
$22.56
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx-21% Synergy
$44.23
Minas Tirith-21% Synergy
$6.34
War Room-23% Synergy
$8.92
Mana Artifacts
Artifacts focused on mana acceleration and color fixing for consistent gameplay.
The Aetherspark+11% Synergy
$21.86
Thran Dynamo+10% Synergy
$4.33
Mind Stone+6% Synergy
$0.33
Extraplanar Lens+5% Synergy
$9.72
Gauntlet of Power+5% Synergy
$3.88
Coldsteel Heart+4% Synergy
$0.95
Commander's Sphere+3% Synergy
$0.31
Worn Powerstone+3% Synergy
$0.30
Thought Vessel+2% Synergy
$2.53
Hedron Archive+2% Synergy
$0.26
Marble Diamond-1% Synergy
$0.21
Fellwar Stone-1% Synergy
$1.08
Sol Ring-7% Synergy
$1.25
Throne of Eldraine-7% Synergy
$34.33
Arcane Signet-15% Synergy
$0.44
Lands
The mana base foundation for Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.
Command Tower+8% Synergy
$0.26
Evolving Wilds+4% Synergy
$0.22
Terramorphic Expanse+4% Synergy
$0.29
Plains+2% Synergy
$0.20
Ondu Inversion-1% Synergy
$1.15
Snow-Covered Plains-3% Synergy
$0.39
Path of Ancestry-4% Synergy
$0.17
Sejiri Shelter-4% Synergy
$1.41
Myriad Landscape-10% Synergy
$0.30
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The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist.
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Kodama of the East Tree
Halvar, God of Battle
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Frodo, Determined Hero
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Ravos, Soultender
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
Balan, Wandering Knight
Kemba, Kha Regent
Zhao Zilong, Tiger General
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
Sram, Senior Edificer
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Radiant, Serra Archangel
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
Eivor, Battle-Ready
Tegan Jovanka
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Flaming Fist
The Fifth Doctor // K-9, Mark I
Akiri, Line-Slinger // Akroma, Vision of Ixidor
Akiri, Line-Slinger // Anara, Wolvid Familiar
Akiri, Line-Slinger // Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
Akiri, Line-Slinger // Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder
Akiri, Line-Slinger // Keleth, Sunmane Familiar
Akiri, Line-Slinger // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Akiri, Line-Slinger // Tana, the Bloodsower
The Eleventh Doctor // Yasmin Khan
Akroma, Vision of Ixidor // Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Bruenor Battlehammer
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
Akroma, Vision of Ixidor // Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith
Nazahn, Revered Bladesmith
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
Radiant, Serra Archangel // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
Alena, Kessig Trapper // Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
Alora, Merry Thief // Flaming Fist
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Breeches, Brazen Plunderer
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Brinelin, the Moon Kraken
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder