Alena, Kessig Trapper // Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist (Commander)

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Arnaud Gompertz
Nov 12, 2025
Stomp Opponents Elegantly With These Five Ideas for Gruul Decks
Branching Out continues with Gruul, as Arnaud showcases some underplayed commanders and archetypes in the color combo.
Deck Filters
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Nettlecyst
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
61%synergy
Colossus Hammer
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
56%synergy
Thran Power Suit
59%inclusion13 decks22 decks
53%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
59%inclusion13 decks22 decks
51%synergy
Argentum Armor
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
50%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
50%synergy
Champion of the Flame
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
48%synergy
Rabbit Battery
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
47%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
48%inclusion10 decks21 decks
45%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
44%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
59%inclusion13 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
44%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
42%synergy
Sunforger
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
30%synergy
Open the Armory
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
31%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
-21%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
32%synergy
All That Glitters
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
37%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
29%synergy
Creatures
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
23%synergy
Goblin Gaveleer
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
36%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
31%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
29%synergy
Valduk, Keeper of the Flame
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
30%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Leyline Tyrant
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Tiana, Ship's Caretaker
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Lion Sash
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Sun Titan
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Anger
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Ball Lightning
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
17%inclusion3 decks18 decks
10%synergy
Spider-Punk
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
16%inclusion3 decks19 decks
11%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Tajic, Legion's Edge
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Lizard Blades
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Burnished Hart
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Mentor of the Meek
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Legion Warboss
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Esper Sentinel
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-12%synergy
Inferno of the Star Mounts
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Witch Enchanter
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
-2%synergy
Eivor, Battle-Ready
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Goblin Rabblemaster
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Moon-Blessed Cleric
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Cavern-Hoard Dragon
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Shivan Devastator
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Feldon of the Third Path
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Rhuk, Hexgold Nabber
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Relic Seeker
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Kazuul's Toll Collector
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Phyrexian Soulgorger
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Fireblade Charger
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Combat Celebrant
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Cathar Commando
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Stone Haven Outfitter
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Legion Leadership
47%inclusion9 decks19 decks
30%synergy
Generous Gift
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Path to Exile
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
-25%synergy
Commune with Lava
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
31%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Dispatch
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Comet Storm
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Rebel Salvo
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Chaos Warp
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-9%synergy
Boros Charm
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-26%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Soul's Fire
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Akroma's Will
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Dispense Justice
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Big Score
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Justice Strike
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Bulk Up
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
10%synergy
Parting Gust
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Welding Sparks
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Increasing Vengeance
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Moment of Valor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Djeru's Resolve
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Valorous Stance
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Return to Dust
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Wear // Tear
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-12%synergy
Abrade
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
To Arms!
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-8%synergy
Ride Down
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Reprieve
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Crumb and Get It
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Zenith Festival
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Crackle with Power
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Inspired Tinkering
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Blasphemous Act
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-15%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Snort
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Soulfire Eruption
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Fireball
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Apex of Power
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Starfall Invocation
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Monastery Raid
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
11%synergy
Sundering Eruption
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Hell to Pay
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Light Up the Stage
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Cathartic Reunion
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Seize the Day
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Faithless Looting
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-7%synergy
Mark of Mutiny
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Reckless Impulse
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
World at War
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Vengeful Possession
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Season of the Bold
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Glimpse the Impossible
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Ogre's Cleaver
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
35%synergy
Mask of Memory
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
28%synergy
Sword of the Animist
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
32%synergy
Hero's Blade
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
29%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Buster Sword
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
20%synergy
Samurai's Katana
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Greataxe
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Lightning Greaves
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Infantry Shield
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Explorer's Scope
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Glimmer Lens
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Hidden Footblade
22%inclusion4 decks18 decks
22%synergy
Haunted Cloak
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Goldvein Pick
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Sword of the Paruns
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Prying Blade
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
O-Naginata
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Meteoric Mace
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
17%inclusion3 decks18 decks
10%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Dancer's Chakrams
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Helm of the Host
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Staff of Domination
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Blade of Selves
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Obsidian Battle-Axe
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Basilisk Collar
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Loreseeker's Stone
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Sigil of Distinction
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Dragonwing Glider
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Boots of Speed
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Infiltration Lens
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Tower of Fortunes
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Enchantments
Rite of the Raging Storm
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
29%synergy
Aggravated Assault
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Rising of the Day
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Dragon Mantle
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Bitter Reunion
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Gift of Immortality
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Elemental Mastery
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Forge Anew
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Tavern Brawler
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Fiery Mantle
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Burning Anger
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Commander's Authority
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Assemble the Legion
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Warleader's Call
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-3%synergy
Bludgeon Brawl
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Court of Grace
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Rune of Speed
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Goblin Assault
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Shifting Shadow
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Shiny Impetus
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Etali's Favor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Crown of Flames
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
1%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
1%synergy
Fall of the First Civilization
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, Heir of the Ancients
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Axgard Armory
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
41%synergy
Rogue's Passage
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Buried Ruin
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Treasure Vault
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Command Beacon
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Forgotten Cave
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Mines of Moria
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Pit of Offerings
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Inventors' Fair
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Reliquary Tower
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-10%synergy
Flamekin Village
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Monumental Henge
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
0%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
-11%synergy
Sol Ring
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
-22%synergy
Boros Signet
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
-7%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
-25%synergy
Commander's Sphere
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Thought Vessel
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
3%synergy
The Irencrag
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Fellwar Stone
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-6%synergy
Mind Stone
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-12%synergy
Cursed Mirror
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Heraldic Banner
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Marble Diamond
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Fire Diamond
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Plains
95%inclusion21 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Mountain
95%inclusion21 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Command Tower
86%inclusion19 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Boros Garrison
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Legion Leadership
47%inclusion9 decks19 decks
30%synergy
Battlefield Forge
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
-19%synergy
Myriad Landscape
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Temple of Triumph
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
-7%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
-12%synergy
Rugged Prairie
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
-9%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Path of Ancestry
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Exotic Orchard
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-6%synergy
Sacred Foundry
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-22%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-8%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
17%inclusion3 decks18 decks
15%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
16%inclusion3 decks19 decks
11%synergy
Arid Mesa
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-15%synergy
Demolition Field
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Sundown Pass
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-22%synergy
Evolving Wilds
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-6%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Spectator Seating
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-26%synergy
Witch Enchanter
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
-2%synergy
Sundering Eruption
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Spire of Industry
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Ash Barrens
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Hall
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Sacred Peaks
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-3%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-15%synergy
Raucous Carnival
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Hidden Grotto
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy