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

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.
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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Eiganjo Dynastorian
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Herald of Amity
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Fields of Strife
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
Erode
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
12%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
69%inclusion18 decks26 decks
58%synergy
Thran Power Suit
62%inclusion16 decks26 decks
56%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
73%inclusion19 decks26 decks
55%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
69%inclusion18 decks26 decks
52%synergy
Nettlecyst
58%inclusion15 decks26 decks
51%synergy
Champion of the Flame
50%inclusion13 decks26 decks
48%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
54%inclusion14 decks26 decks
47%synergy
Axgard Armory
54%inclusion14 decks26 decks
46%synergy
Valduk, Keeper of the Flame
46%inclusion12 decks26 decks
45%synergy
Rabbit Battery
46%inclusion12 decks26 decks
43%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
65%inclusion17 decks26 decks
23%synergy
Open the Armory
50%inclusion13 decks26 decks
37%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
50%inclusion13 decks26 decks
38%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
50%inclusion13 decks26 decks
40%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
50%inclusion13 decks26 decks
-16%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
46%inclusion12 decks26 decks
42%synergy
Mask of Memory
46%inclusion12 decks26 decks
38%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
46%inclusion12 decks26 decks
34%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
46%inclusion12 decks26 decks
39%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
42%inclusion11 decks26 decks
31%synergy
Creatures
Kemba, Kha Regent
38%inclusion10 decks26 decks
37%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
38%inclusion10 decks26 decks
34%synergy
Goblin Gaveleer
38%inclusion10 decks26 decks
38%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
29%synergy
Leyline Tyrant
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
27%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
1%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
18%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
9%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Sun Titan
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
9%synergy
Lion Sash
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
9%synergy
Lizard Blades
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Bygone Colossus
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Anger
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
10%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Giott, King of the Dwarves
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Adept Watershaper
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Witch Enchanter
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-1%synergy
Etali, Primal Storm
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Light-Paws, Emperor's Voice
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-2%synergy
Kazuul's Toll Collector
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Esper Sentinel
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-13%synergy
Mentor of the Meek
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
0%synergy
Ball Lightning
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Tiana, Ship's Caretaker
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
9%synergy
Feldon of the Third Path
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Inferno of the Star Mounts
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Enduring Courage
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
2%synergy
Rhuk, Hexgold Nabber
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-6%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
1%synergy
Artisan of Kozilek
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Legion Warboss
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
1%synergy
Captivating Crew
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Goblin Rabblemaster
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Kor Spiritdancer
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Eivor, Battle-Ready
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-2%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Combat Celebrant
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-2%synergy
Crashing Drawbridge
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Instants
Legion Leadership
42%inclusion11 decks26 decks
25%synergy
Path to Exile
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
-22%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
32%synergy
Generous Gift
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
-2%synergy
Dispatch
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
13%synergy
Commune with Lava
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
26%synergy
Boros Charm
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
-25%synergy
Chaos Warp
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
-11%synergy
Comet Storm
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
18%synergy
Rebel Salvo
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
18%synergy
Big Score
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Special Move
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
17%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
-1%synergy
Bulk Up
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Valorous Stance
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Welding Sparks
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Dispense Justice
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Justice Strike
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
9%synergy
Parting Gust
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Return to Dust
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
2%synergy
Fall of the Titans
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Return the Favor
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Cloudshift
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Light the Way
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Increasing Vengeance
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Djeru's Resolve
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Your Temple Is Under Attack
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Abrade
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-5%synergy
To Arms!
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Wear // Tear
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-12%synergy
Moment of Valor
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Self-Destruct
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Chandra's Ignition
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
26%synergy
Crackle with Power
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
26%synergy
Zenith Festival
27%inclusion4 decks15 decks
26%synergy
Blasphemous Act
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
-14%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Jaya's Immolating Inferno
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
18%synergy
Inspired Tinkering
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Sundering Eruption
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
9%synergy
Apex of Power
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Soulfire Eruption
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Cathartic Reunion
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Hell to Pay
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Starfall Invocation
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Monastery Raid
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
World at War
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Megaton's Fate
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Saheeli's Directive
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-5%synergy
Bonfire of the Damned
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Seize the Day
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
2%synergy
Reckless Impulse
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Faithless Looting
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-9%synergy
Fireball
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Finale of Promise
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Day of Judgment
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Song-Mad Treachery
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Snort
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Full Throttle
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
-1%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Lavaspur Boots
42%inclusion11 decks26 decks
40%synergy
Argentum Armor
42%inclusion11 decks26 decks
38%synergy
Sunforger
42%inclusion11 decks26 decks
28%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
33%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
25%synergy
Lightning Greaves
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Ogre's Cleaver
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
34%synergy
Sword of the Animist
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
17%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
24%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
26%synergy
Greataxe
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
30%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
23%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
22%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
20%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
18%synergy
Glimmer Lens
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
19%synergy
Samurai's Katana
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
18%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
17%synergy
Dragonwing Glider
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
18%synergy
Sword of the Paruns
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
19%synergy
Hero's Blade
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
16%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
17%synergy
Explorer's Scope
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
17%synergy
Meteor Sword
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Hidden Footblade
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
15%synergy
O-Naginata
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
15%synergy
Skullclamp
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
1%synergy
Prying Blade
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
15%synergy
Infiltration Lens
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Haunted Cloak
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
13%synergy
Blade of Selves
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
13%synergy
Goldvein Pick
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
13%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
10%synergy
Basilisk Collar
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
1%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
13%synergy
Buster Sword
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Dancer's Chakrams
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Infantry Shield
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
12%synergy
Leyline Axe
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Mirrormind Crown
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Improvised Arsenal
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Chainsaw
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
1%synergy
Enchantments
All That Glitters
42%inclusion11 decks26 decks
35%synergy
Aggravated Assault
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
21%synergy
Rite of the Raging Storm
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
25%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
14%synergy
The Legend of Roku
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Dragon Mantle
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Super State
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Bitter Reunion
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
10%synergy
Gift of Immortality
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
10%synergy
Elemental Mastery
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Rising of the Day
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Shiny Impetus
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Draconic Destiny
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Tavern Brawler
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
10%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Fiery Mantle
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-4%synergy
Assemble the Legion
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-1%synergy
Fighter Class
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-3%synergy
Rune of Speed
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Forge Anew
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-2%synergy
Shifting Shadow
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Commander's Authority
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Monologue Tax
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Curse of Opulence
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
2%synergy
Sage's Reverie
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Goblin Assault
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Ethereal Armor
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Crown of Flames
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Court of Grace
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Burning Anger
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-1%synergy
Fated Firepower
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
With Great Power . . .
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Triple Triad
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Windcrag Siege
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
-3%synergy
Tempest Technique
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, Heir of the Ancients
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
54%inclusion14 decks26 decks
23%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
38%inclusion10 decks26 decks
17%synergy
Buried Ruin
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
13%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
2%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
17%synergy
Pit of Offerings
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Fire Nation Palace
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Ancient Den
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-5%synergy
Flamekin Village
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Treasure Vault
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Mines of Moria
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Command Beacon
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
2%synergy
Blinkmoth Nexus
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Monumental Henge
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Reliquary Tower
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-11%synergy
Great Furnace
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-5%synergy
Secluded Starforge
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
69%inclusion18 decks26 decks
-10%synergy
Sol Ring
69%inclusion18 decks26 decks
-16%synergy
Boros Signet
50%inclusion13 decks26 decks
0%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
38%inclusion10 decks26 decks
-14%synergy
Commander's Sphere
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
5%synergy
The Irencrag
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
17%synergy
Fellwar Stone
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
-9%synergy
Thought Vessel
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-3%synergy
Cursed Mirror
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Mind Stone
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-13%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Heraldic Banner
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Mountain
96%inclusion25 decks26 decks
-2%synergy
Plains
96%inclusion25 decks26 decks
-2%synergy
Command Tower
85%inclusion22 decks26 decks
-1%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
69%inclusion18 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Rugged Prairie
46%inclusion12 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Boros Garrison
42%inclusion11 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Legion Leadership
42%inclusion11 decks26 decks
25%synergy
Battlefield Forge
38%inclusion10 decks26 decks
-18%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
-9%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
32%synergy
Temple of Triumph
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
-7%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
10%synergy
Myriad Landscape
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Sacred Foundry
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
-27%synergy
Exotic Orchard
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
-10%synergy
Path of Ancestry
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Sundering Eruption
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
9%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
-10%synergy
Spectator Seating
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
-24%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
-9%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Witch Enchanter
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-1%synergy
Demolition Field
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
9%synergy
Evolving Wilds
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-7%synergy
Ash Barrens
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Arid Mesa
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-17%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Sacred Peaks
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
0%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-6%synergy
Spire of Industry
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
2%synergy
Sundown Pass
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-29%synergy
Naya Panorama
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Hall
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Elegant Parlor
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-12%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-9%synergy
Song-Mad Treachery
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Glittering Massif
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Daily Bugle Building
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-9%synergy
Radiant Summit
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-13%synergy