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Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Brinelin, the Moon Kraken
Price tag $3.11

Legendary Creature — Kor Scout Kraken

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Brinelin, the Moon Kraken
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Azorius

How it feels to play against

Mildly Annoying Some frustrating moments but still fun.

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Mana Pool $4.83
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Partner Commanders

This combination consists of these two partner commanders:

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
Brinelin, the Moon Kraken Brinelin, the Moon Kraken

High Synergy Cards

Cards that work exceptionally well with Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Brinelin, the Moon Kraken's abilities and overall game plan.

Cloudsteel Kirin Cloudsteel Kirin
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.35
Cyber Conversion Cyber Conversion
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $3.56
Colossus Hammer Colossus Hammer
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $2.77
Excalibur, Sword of Eden Excalibur, Sword of Eden
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $16.22
The Key to the Vault The Key to the Vault
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.64
Weathered Wayfarer Weathered Wayfarer
+98% Synergy in 100% of decks $2.07
Helm of the Host Helm of the Host
+98% Synergy in 100% of decks $5.03
Resculpt Resculpt
+96% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.22
Sram, Senior Edificer Sram, Senior Edificer
+93% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.71
Cryptic Coat Cryptic Coat
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.25

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Brinelin, the Moon Kraken's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

Cloudsteel Kirin Cloudsteel Kirin
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.35
Weathered Wayfarer Weathered Wayfarer
+98% Synergy in 100% of decks $2.07
Sram, Senior Edificer Sram, Senior Edificer
+93% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.71
Silver Myr Silver Myr
+91% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.62
Barricade Breaker Barricade Breaker
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.11
Great Whale Great Whale
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $24.74
Myr Enforcer Myr Enforcer
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.84
Palinchron Palinchron
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $42.77
Razor Golem Razor Golem
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.18
Sojourner's Companion Sojourner's Companion
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.26
Spire Golem Spire Golem
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31
Ethereal Forager Ethereal Forager
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.28
Voracious Greatshark Voracious Greatshark
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.17
Gearseeker Serpent Gearseeker Serpent
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.16
Aethersnipe Aethersnipe
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.10
Danitha, Benalia's Hope Danitha, Benalia's Hope
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.79
Stormsurge Kraken Stormsurge Kraken
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.53
Kemba, Kha Regent Kemba, Kha Regent
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.25
Metalwork Colossus Metalwork Colossus
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.68
Mycosynth Golem Mycosynth Golem
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $54.34
Treasure Mage Treasure Mage
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.25
Tolarian Kraken Tolarian Kraken
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.20
Stormtide Leviathan Stormtide Leviathan
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.42
Dreamscape Artist Dreamscape Artist
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.15
Lion Sash Lion Sash
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.33
Jin-Gitaxias, Core Augur Jin-Gitaxias, Core Augur
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $13.40
Danitha Capashen, Paragon Danitha Capashen, Paragon
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.64
Deep Gnome Terramancer Deep Gnome Terramancer
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $9.09
Recruiter of the Guard Recruiter of the Guard
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $6.53
Vedalken Archmage Vedalken Archmage
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $10.46
Agent of Treachery Agent of Treachery
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $5.48
Mangara, the Diplomat Mangara, the Diplomat
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.72
Gold Myr Gold Myr
+41% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.98
Ornithopter of Paradise Ornithopter of Paradise
+39% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.87
Archaeomancer Archaeomancer
+39% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.35
Emry, Lurker of the Loch Emry, Lurker of the Loch
+38% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.78
Esper Sentinel Esper Sentinel
+28% Synergy in 50% of decks $54.35
Solemn Simulacrum Solemn Simulacrum
+24% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.54

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Brinelin, the Moon Kraken safe.

Cyber Conversion Cyber Conversion
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $3.56
Resculpt Resculpt
+96% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.22
Sink into Stupor Soporific Springs Sink into Stupor
+88% Synergy in 100% of decks $8.94
Dispatch Dispatch
+87% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.38
Generous Gift Generous Gift
+65% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.84
Into the Story Into the Story
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31
Spell Swindle Spell Swindle
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.84
Pull from Tomorrow Pull from Tomorrow
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.34
Dig Through Time Dig Through Time
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.29
Return to Dust Return to Dust
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.20
Fact or Fiction Fact or Fiction
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.22
Faithful Mending Faithful Mending
+44% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.83
Aetherize Aetherize
+41% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.58
Reality Shift Reality Shift
+40% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.26
Frantic Search Frantic Search
+38% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.77
Swords to Plowshares Swords to Plowshares
+28% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.44
Dovin's Veto Dovin's Veto
+14% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.76
Path to Exile Path to Exile
-3% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.14

Sorceries

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

Sevinne's Reclamation Sevinne's Reclamation
+93% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.40
Crush of Tentacles Crush of Tentacles
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.70
Open the Vaults Open the Vaults
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.80
Sleight of Hand Sleight of Hand
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.27
Council's Judgment Council's Judgment
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.19
Ondu Inversion Ondu Skyruins Ondu Inversion
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.06
Open the Armory Open the Armory
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.51
Cleansing Nova Cleansing Nova
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31
Wrath of God Wrath of God
+43% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.81
Fabricate Fabricate
+39% Synergy in 50% of decks $10.54
Windfall Windfall
+37% Synergy in 50% of decks $5.34
Time Wipe Time Wipe
+35% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.26

Utility Artifacts

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

Colossus Hammer Colossus Hammer
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $2.77
Excalibur, Sword of Eden Excalibur, Sword of Eden
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $16.22
The Key to the Vault The Key to the Vault
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.64
Helm of the Host Helm of the Host
+98% Synergy in 100% of decks $5.03
Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
+75% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.86
Rogue's Gloves Rogue's Gloves
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.48
Armory of Iroas Armory of Iroas
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.27
Mask of Avacyn Mask of Avacyn
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.32
Argentum Armor Argentum Armor
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.86
Helm of Awakening Helm of Awakening
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.66
Kaldra Compleat Kaldra Compleat
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $9.71
Loxodon Warhammer Loxodon Warhammer
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.48
Semblance Anvil Semblance Anvil
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $6.22
Mask of Memory Mask of Memory
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.41
Masterwork of Ingenuity Masterwork of Ingenuity
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.54
Bloodforged Battle-Axe Bloodforged Battle-Axe
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.85
Expedition Map Expedition Map
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.90
Portal to Phyrexia Portal to Phyrexia
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $49.16
Blackblade Reforged Blackblade Reforged
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.07
Mithril Coat Mithril Coat
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $24.42
Moonsilver Key Moonsilver Key
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.91
Sword of Hearth and Home Sword of Hearth and Home
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $18.43
Sword of the Animist Sword of the Animist
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $5.98
Shorikai, Genesis Engine Shorikai, Genesis Engine
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.22
Aetherflux Reservoir Aetherflux Reservoir
+44% Synergy in 50% of decks $21.64
Skullclamp Skullclamp
+41% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.67
Wayfarer's Bauble Wayfarer's Bauble
+37% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.30
Lightning Greaves Lightning Greaves
+30% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.22
Cryptic Coat Cryptic Coat
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.25

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Brinelin, the Moon Kraken's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Omniscience Omniscience
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $5.81
Land Tax Land Tax
+41% Synergy in 50% of decks $16.67
Mystic Remora Mystic Remora
+33% Synergy in 50% of decks $13.57

Utility Lands

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

Ancient Den Ancient Den
+86% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.62
Seat of the Synod Seat of the Synod
+85% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.03
Baldur's Gate Baldur's Gate
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.48
Thran Portal Thran Portal
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.97
Bonders' Enclave Bonders' Enclave
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.86
Coral Atoll Coral Atoll
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.57
Karoo Karoo
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.09
Cephalid Coliseum Cephalid Coliseum
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31
Scavenger Grounds Scavenger Grounds
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31
Castle Vantress Castle Vantress
+44% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.34
Buried Ruin Buried Ruin
+42% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.40

Mana Artifacts

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

Fellwar Stone Fellwar Stone
+69% Synergy in 100% of decks $11.99
Chromatic Orrery Chromatic Orrery
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $31.68
Coveted Jewel Coveted Jewel
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.32
Worn Powerstone Worn Powerstone
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.36
Gilded Lotus Gilded Lotus
+44% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.54
Thran Dynamo Thran Dynamo
+42% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.56
Sky Diamond Sky Diamond
+39% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.28
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
+15% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.37
Sol Ring Sol Ring
+12% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.25
Thought Vessel Thought Vessel
+7% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.99
Talisman of Progress Talisman of Progress
+1% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.29
Azorius Signet Azorius Signet
-12% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31

Lands

The mana base foundation for Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Brinelin, the Moon Kraken decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Floodfarm Verge Floodfarm Verge
+75% Synergy in 100% of decks $8.67
Adarkar Wastes Adarkar Wastes
+61% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.33
Gond Gate Gond Gate
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.53
Sea Gate Sea Gate
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.92
Citadel Gate Citadel Gate
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.40
Shire Terrace Shire Terrace
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.28
Ash Barrens Ash Barrens
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.29
Azorius Guildgate Azorius Guildgate
+43% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.10
Fabled Passage Fabled Passage
+42% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.94
Terramorphic Expanse Terramorphic Expanse
+39% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.17
Evolving Wilds Evolving Wilds
+34% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.10
Mystic Gate Mystic Gate
+28% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.28
Hengegate Pathway Mistgate Pathway Hengegate Pathway
+28% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.86
Nimbus Maze Nimbus Maze
+26% Synergy in 50% of decks $6.50
Exotic Orchard Exotic Orchard
+22% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.25
Skycloud Expanse Skycloud Expanse
+15% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.21
Command Tower Command Tower
+14% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.23
Deserted Beach Deserted Beach
+13% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.52
Azorius Chancery Azorius Chancery
+12% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.36
Sea of Clouds Sea of Clouds
+9% Synergy in 50% of decks $19.79
Port Town Port Town
+2% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.32
Glacial Fortress Glacial Fortress
-8% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.26
Prairie Stream Prairie Stream
-17% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.29

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Brinelin, the Moon Kraken Deck Stats

Based on 2 Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Brinelin, the Moon Kraken decks.

Average Mana Curve nonland cards
Card Types in the average deck
98 cards
  • Creature 22
  • Instant 11
  • Sorcery 6
  • Artifact 24
  • Enchantment 2
  • Land 33

Lands: 14 basic, 19 nonbasic

Most Played Combos

Similar Commanders

The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Brinelin, the Moon Kraken.

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Eligeth, Crossroads Augur Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Eligeth, Crossroads Augur
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Ghost of Ramirez DePietro
The Fifth Doctor K-9, Mark I The Fifth Doctor // K-9, Mark I
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Flaming Fist Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Flaming Fist
The Eleventh Doctor Yasmin Khan The Eleventh Doctor // Yasmin Khan
Alora, Merry Thief Flaming Fist Alora, Merry Thief // Flaming Fist
Renari, Merchant of Marvels Sword Coast Sailor Renari, Merchant of Marvels // Sword Coast Sailor
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Breeches, Brazen Plunderer Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Breeches, Brazen Plunderer
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Dargo, the Shipwrecker Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Dargo, the Shipwrecker
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Ignacio of Myra's Marvels Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Ignacio of Myra's Marvels
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Krark, the Thumbless Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Krark, the Thumbless
Akroma, Vision of Ixidor Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith Akroma, Vision of Ixidor // Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith
Akiri, Line-Slinger Akroma, Vision of Ixidor Akiri, Line-Slinger // Akroma, Vision of Ixidor
Dargo, the Shipwrecker Glacian, Powerstone Engineer Dargo, the Shipwrecker // Glacian, Powerstone Engineer
Radiant, Serra Archangel Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Radiant, Serra Archangel // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Falthis, Shadowcat Familiar Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Falthis, Shadowcat Familiar
Sarevok, Deathbringer Hardy Outlander Sarevok, Deathbringer // Hardy Outlander
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Esior, Wardwing Familiar Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Esior, Wardwing Familiar
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Ravos, Soultender Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Ravos, Soultender
Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer Flaming Fist Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer // Flaming Fist
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Radiant, Serra Archangel Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Radiant, Serra Archangel
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Rebbec, Architect of Ascension Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
Nadier, Agent of the Duskenel Rebbec, Architect of Ascension Nadier, Agent of the Duskenel // Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Silas Renn, Seeker Adept Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
Noctis, Heir Apparent Noctis, Heir Apparent
Glacian, Powerstone Engineer Tana, the Bloodsower Glacian, Powerstone Engineer // Tana, the Bloodsower
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Kodama of the East Tree Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Kodama of the East Tree
Akiri, Line-Slinger Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Akiri, Line-Slinger // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Francisco, Fowl Marauder Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Francisco, Fowl Marauder
Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Ignacio of Myra's Marvels Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith Ignacio of Myra's Marvels // Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith
Akroma, Vision of Ixidor Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Akroma, Vision of Ixidor // Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Sidar Kondo of Jamuraa Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Sidar Kondo of Jamuraa
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist Glacian, Powerstone Engineer Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Glacian, Powerstone Engineer
Akiri, Line-Slinger Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Akiri, Line-Slinger // Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder