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
Adept Watershaper
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
48%synergy
Mirrormind Crown
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
49%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Nettlecyst
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
56%synergy
Colossus Hammer
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
55%synergy
Thran Power Suit
58%inclusion14 decks24 decks
52%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
49%synergy
Champion of the Flame
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
48%synergy
Rabbit Battery
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
47%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
47%synergy
Argentum Armor
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
46%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
45%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
44%synergy
Top Cards
Sram, Senior Edificer
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
44%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
58%inclusion14 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
43%synergy
Open the Armory
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
32%synergy
All That Glitters
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
38%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
30%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
-24%synergy
Sunforger
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
26%synergy
Ogre's Cleaver
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Creatures
Goblin Gaveleer
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
37%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
36%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Valduk, Keeper of the Flame
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
36%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Leyline Tyrant
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Tiana, Ship's Caretaker
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Sun Titan
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Lion Sash
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Lizard Blades
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Ball Lightning
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Anger
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
8%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Kazuul's Toll Collector
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Inferno of the Star Mounts
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Spider-Punk
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Burnished Hart
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Legion Warboss
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Esper Sentinel
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-13%synergy
Tajic, Legion's Edge
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Mentor of the Meek
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Feldon of the Third Path
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Bygone Colossus
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Giott, King of the Dwarves
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
8%synergy
Witch Enchanter
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
-3%synergy
Eivor, Battle-Ready
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Xorn
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Humble Defector
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Light-Paws, Emperor's Voice
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Relic Seeker
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Crashing Drawbridge
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Swiftblade Vindicator
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Fireblade Charger
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Stone Haven Outfitter
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Cosmic Larva
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Shivan Devastator
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Artisan of Kozilek
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Legion Leadership
48%inclusion10 decks21 decks
30%synergy
Generous Gift
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Commune with Lava
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Path to Exile
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
-28%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Dispatch
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Comet Storm
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Boros Charm
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
-24%synergy
Chaos Warp
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-10%synergy
Rebel Salvo
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Dispense Justice
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Akroma's Will
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
1%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
Big Score
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Valorous Stance
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Soul's Fire
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Justice Strike
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Bulk Up
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
9%synergy
Parting Gust
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
8%synergy
Light the Way
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
Djeru's Resolve
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Reprieve
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Abrade
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Loran's Escape
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%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
Wear // Tear
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-13%synergy
To Arms!
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Moment of Valor
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Your Temple Is Under Attack
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Crumb and Get It
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Zenith Festival
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Crackle with Power
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Inspired Tinkering
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Blasphemous Act
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-16%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Apex of Power
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Soulfire Eruption
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Fireball
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Snort
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Starfall Invocation
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
8%synergy
Monastery Raid
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
10%synergy
Sundering Eruption
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
4%synergy
Megaton's Fate
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Hell to Pay
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
World at War
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Song-Mad Treachery
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Mark of Mutiny
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
Light Up the Stage
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Jaya's Immolating Inferno
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Cathartic Reunion
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Seize the Day
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Faithless Looting
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-8%synergy
Season of the Bold
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
4%synergy
Vengeful Possession
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Mask of Memory
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
30%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Meteor Sword
33%inclusion2 decks6 decks
33%synergy
Samurai's Katana
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
32%synergy
Sword of the Animist
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Lightning Greaves
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Hero's Blade
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
26%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Greataxe
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Dancer's Chakrams
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Buster Sword
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Explorer's Scope
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Glimmer Lens
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Dragonwing Glider
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Haunted Cloak
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Sword of the Paruns
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Infantry Shield
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Hidden Footblade
20%inclusion4 decks20 decks
19%synergy
O-Naginata
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Goldvein Pick
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Staff of Domination
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Prying Blade
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Meteoric Mace
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Chainsaw
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
13%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
8%synergy
Rocket-Powered Goblin Glider
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
11%synergy
Infiltration Lens
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Helm of the Host
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Blade of Selves
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Sigil of Distinction
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Tower of Fortunes
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
Enchantments
Rite of the Raging Storm
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Aggravated Assault
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Dragon Mantle
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
The Legend of Roku
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Rising of the Day
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Gift of Immortality
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Tavern Brawler
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Burning Anger
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Bitter Reunion
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Fiery Mantle
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Elemental Mastery
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Forge Anew
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Shiny Impetus
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Commander's Authority
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Assemble the Legion
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Crown of Flames
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Rune of Speed
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Warleader's Call
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-4%synergy
Bludgeon Brawl
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Goblin Assault
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Shifting Shadow
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Curse of Opulence
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Etali's Favor
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Court of Grace
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
0%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
0%synergy
Fall of the First Civilization
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, Heir of the Ancients
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Axgard Armory
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Rogue's Passage
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Buried Ruin
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Treasure Vault
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Command Beacon
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Pit of Offerings
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Mines of Moria
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Flamekin Village
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Inventors' Fair
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Forgotten Cave
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Reliquary Tower
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-11%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
-10%synergy
Commander's Sphere
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
-27%synergy
Thought Vessel
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
2%synergy
The Irencrag
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Fellwar Stone
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-8%synergy
Mind Stone
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-13%synergy
Fire Diamond
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Heraldic Banner
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Cursed Mirror
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Marble Diamond
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Mountain
96%inclusion23 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
Plains
96%inclusion23 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
Command Tower
88%inclusion21 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
Legion Leadership
48%inclusion10 decks21 decks
30%synergy
Boros Garrison
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Temple of Triumph
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Myriad Landscape
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Rugged Prairie
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
-8%synergy
Battlefield Forge
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
-22%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
-15%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Path of Ancestry
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Exotic Orchard
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-8%synergy
Sacred Foundry
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-25%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-10%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Evolving Wilds
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
13%synergy
Daily Bugle Building
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Sundown Pass
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-23%synergy
Arid Mesa
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-16%synergy
Spectator Seating
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-27%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Sacred Peaks
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
1%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
Sundering Eruption
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
4%synergy
Witch Enchanter
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
-3%synergy
Song-Mad Treachery
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Hall
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Spire of Industry
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Naya Panorama
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
-16%synergy
Hidden Grotto
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Raucous Carnival
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
2%synergy