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
Improvised Arsenal
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Thran Power Suit
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
57%synergy
Nettlecyst
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
56%synergy
Colossus Hammer
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
55%synergy
Champion of the Flame
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
52%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
58%inclusion14 decks24 decks
51%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
49%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
48%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
47%synergy
Rabbit Battery
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
47%synergy
Valduk, Keeper of the Flame
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
44%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Open the Armory
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
44%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
43%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Argentum Armor
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
42%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Mask of Memory
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
38%synergy
Goblin Gaveleer
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Creatures
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
30%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
31%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Leyline Tyrant
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Adept Watershaper
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Sun Titan
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
10%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
15%synergy
Giott, King of the Dwarves
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
17%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
16%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Lion Sash
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Lizard Blades
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Anger
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Legion Warboss
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Ball Lightning
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Kazuul's Toll Collector
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Burnished Hart
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Tajic, Legion's Edge
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Esper Sentinel
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-13%synergy
Inferno of the Star Mounts
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Tiana, Ship's Caretaker
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Mentor of the Meek
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Feldon of the Third Path
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Bygone Colossus
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Spider-Punk
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Witch Enchanter
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Rhuk, Hexgold Nabber
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Etali, Primal Storm
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-6%synergy
Humble Defector
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Captivating Crew
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Light-Paws, Emperor's Voice
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Goblin Rabblemaster
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Artisan of Kozilek
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Eivor, Battle-Ready
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Fireblade Charger
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Combat Celebrant
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Instants
Legion Leadership
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
-24%synergy
Generous Gift
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Path to Exile
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
-23%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
31%synergy
Dispatch
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Commune with Lava
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Boros Charm
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
-23%synergy
Rebel Salvo
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Chaos Warp
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-14%synergy
Comet Storm
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Big Score
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Valorous Stance
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Welding Sparks
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Justice Strike
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Dispense Justice
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Bulk Up
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
8%synergy
Parting Gust
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Return to Dust
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Fall of the Titans
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Soul's Fire
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Light the Way
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
To Arms!
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Ride Down
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Increasing Vengeance
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Moment of Valor
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Djeru's Resolve
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Your Temple Is Under Attack
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Abrade
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-4%synergy
Wear // Tear
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-12%synergy
Sorceries
Chandra's Ignition
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Zenith Festival
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Crackle with Power
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Blasphemous Act
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-12%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Inspired Tinkering
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Sundering Eruption
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Soulfire Eruption
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Cathartic Reunion
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Apex of Power
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Jaya's Immolating Inferno
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Starfall Invocation
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Monastery Raid
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Snort
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
World at War
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Megaton's Fate
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Seize the Day
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Faithless Looting
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-8%synergy
Hell to Pay
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Song-Mad Treachery
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Fireball
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Reckless Impulse
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sunforger
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
36%synergy
Sword of the Animist
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Ogre's Cleaver
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
37%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
33%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Greataxe
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
32%synergy
Lightning Greaves
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Samurai's Katana
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
24%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Hero's Blade
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Meteor Sword
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Mirrormind Crown
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Haunted Cloak
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Dragonwing Glider
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Explorer's Scope
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Glimmer Lens
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Sword of the Paruns
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Hidden Footblade
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
15%synergy
Buster Sword
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
10%synergy
Dancer's Chakrams
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
16%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
15%synergy
Infantry Shield
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
O-Naginata
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Prying Blade
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Goldvein Pick
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Staff of Domination
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Basilisk Collar
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Meteoric Mace
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Leyline Axe
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
11%synergy
Chainsaw
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Loreseeker's Stone
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Boots of Speed
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Sigil of Distinction
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Enchantments
All That Glitters
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
34%synergy
Aggravated Assault
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Rite of the Raging Storm
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Dragon Mantle
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Bitter Reunion
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Gift of Immortality
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Rising of the Day
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Tavern Brawler
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Burning Anger
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
The Legend of Roku
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Super State
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Fiery Mantle
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Elemental Mastery
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Commander's Authority
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Fighter Class
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Forge Anew
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
Warleader's Call
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-4%synergy
Shifting Shadow
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Shiny Impetus
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Curse of Opulence
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Assemble the Legion
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Court of Grace
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Rune of Speed
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Goblin Assault
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Crown of Flames
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, Heir of the Ancients
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Axgard Armory
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Buried Ruin
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Pit of Offerings
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Ancient Den
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Mines of Moria
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Flamekin Village
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Treasure Vault
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Reliquary Tower
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-11%synergy
Great Furnace
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Command Beacon
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
-13%synergy
Sol Ring
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
-23%synergy
Boros Signet
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
-9%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
-23%synergy
Commander's Sphere
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
10%synergy
The Irencrag
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Fellwar Stone
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-8%synergy
Thought Vessel
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Cursed Mirror
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Mind Stone
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-12%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Heraldic Banner
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Marble Diamond
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Fire Diamond
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Lands
Plains
96%inclusion23 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
Mountain
96%inclusion23 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
Command Tower
83%inclusion20 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Legion Leadership
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Boros Garrison
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Rugged Prairie
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
-10%synergy
Temple of Triumph
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
-4%synergy
Battlefield Forge
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
-23%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
31%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Myriad Landscape
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Path of Ancestry
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Exotic Orchard
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-8%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Sacred Foundry
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-30%synergy
Evolving Wilds
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-9%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Sundering Eruption
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Ash Barrens
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Demolition Field
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Sacred Peaks
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Daily Bugle Building
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Witch Enchanter
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Spire of Industry
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Sundown Pass
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-27%synergy
Song-Mad Treachery
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Hall
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-9%synergy
Arid Mesa
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-20%synergy
Spectator Seating
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-31%synergy
Naya Panorama
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-18%synergy