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
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
62%synergy
Colossus Hammer
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
58%synergy
Thran Power Suit
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
54%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
53%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
51%synergy
Champion of the Flame
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
50%synergy
Rabbit Battery
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
49%synergy
Argentum Armor
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
47%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
46%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
46%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
40%synergy
All That Glitters
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
39%synergy
Sunforger
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
32%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
48%inclusion10 decks21 decks
45%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
42%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
31%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
-23%synergy
Open the Armory
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Creatures
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Valduk, Keeper of the Flame
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
33%synergy
Goblin Gaveleer
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
22%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Leyline Tyrant
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Tiana, Ship's Caretaker
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Spider-Punk
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Lion Sash
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Sun Titan
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Ball Lightning
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Anger
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Lizard Blades
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
17%inclusion3 decks18 decks
10%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
16%inclusion3 decks19 decks
11%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Legion Warboss
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Relic Seeker
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Esper Sentinel
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-12%synergy
Mentor of the Meek
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Tajic, Legion's Edge
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Burnished Hart
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Inferno of the Star Mounts
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Witch Enchanter
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
-2%synergy
Eivor, Battle-Ready
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Kor Spiritdancer
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-5%synergy
Kazuul's Toll Collector
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Combat Celebrant
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Stone Haven Outfitter
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Cosmic Larva
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Feldon of the Third Path
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Rhuk, Hexgold Nabber
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-6%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Fireblade Charger
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Moon-Blessed Cleric
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Cavern-Hoard Dragon
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Kemba, Kha Enduring
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Legion Leadership
47%inclusion9 decks19 decks
30%synergy
Commune with Lava
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Generous Gift
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Comet Storm
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Path to Exile
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
-26%synergy
Dispatch
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Chaos Warp
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-10%synergy
Boros Charm
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-28%synergy
Rebel Salvo
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Soul's Fire
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Big Score
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Justice Strike
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Akroma's Will
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Dispense Justice
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Bulk Up
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
10%synergy
Parting Gust
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Return to Dust
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-9%synergy
Moment of Valor
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Reprieve
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Electrodominance
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Welding Sparks
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
To Arms!
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Djeru's Resolve
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Abrade
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Valorous Stance
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Wear // Tear
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-13%synergy
Ride Down
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Increasing Vengeance
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Crumb and Get It
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Chandra's Ignition
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Zenith Festival
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Crackle with Power
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Blasphemous Act
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-11%synergy
Inspired Tinkering
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Soulfire Eruption
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Snort
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Fireball
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Apex of Power
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Starfall Invocation
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Monastery Raid
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
11%synergy
Sundering Eruption
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Hell to Pay
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Reckless Impulse
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Brightflame
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Finale of Glory
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Faithless Looting
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-8%synergy
Mark of Mutiny
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Light Up the Stage
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Goldwardens' Gambit
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Jaya's Immolating Inferno
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
World at War
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Cathartic Reunion
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Seize the Day
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%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
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
43%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
35%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
37%synergy
Mask of Memory
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
27%synergy
Sword of the Animist
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Greataxe
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Lightning Greaves
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Hero's Blade
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
27%synergy
Buster Sword
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
19%synergy
Samurai's Katana
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Infantry Shield
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Hidden Footblade
22%inclusion4 decks18 decks
22%synergy
Explorer's Scope
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Glimmer Lens
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Haunted Cloak
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
5%synergy
O-Naginata
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Goldvein Pick
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Meteoric Mace
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Sigil of Distinction
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Prying Blade
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Sword of the Paruns
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%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
Loreseeker's Stone
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Staff of Domination
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Infiltration Lens
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Helm of the Host
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Blade of Selves
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Tower of Fortunes
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Dragonwing Glider
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Boots of Speed
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Obsidian Battle-Axe
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Basilisk Collar
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Enchantments
Rite of the Raging Storm
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Aggravated Assault
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Rising of the Day
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Dragon Mantle
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Bitter Reunion
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Burning Anger
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Fiery Mantle
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Gift of Immortality
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Elemental Mastery
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Tavern Brawler
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Forge Anew
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Rune of Speed
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Hyena Umbra
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Shifting Shadow
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Commander's Authority
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Spirit Mantle
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Warleader's Call
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Crown of Flames
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Assemble the Legion
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Shiny Impetus
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Sage's Reverie
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Ethereal Armor
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Etali's Favor
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Draconic Destiny
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Forging the Tyrite Sword
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Bludgeon Brawl
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Goblin Assault
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Court of Grace
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%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
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Axgard Armory
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Buried Ruin
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Command Beacon
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Treasure Vault
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Pit of Offerings
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Reliquary Tower
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-11%synergy
Flamekin Village
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Forgotten Cave
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Mines of Moria
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Inventors' Fair
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Monumental Henge
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
0%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
-10%synergy
Sol Ring
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
-25%synergy
Boros Signet
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
-9%synergy
Commander's Sphere
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
-26%synergy
The Irencrag
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Fellwar Stone
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-7%synergy
Thought Vessel
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Mind Stone
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-13%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Fire Diamond
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Heraldic Banner
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Cursed Mirror
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Marble Diamond
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Lands
Mountain
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Plains
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Command Tower
83%inclusion19 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Boros Garrison
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Legion Leadership
47%inclusion9 decks19 decks
30%synergy
Myriad Landscape
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Battlefield Forge
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
-21%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
-13%synergy
Temple of Triumph
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
-8%synergy
Rugged Prairie
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
-10%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Path of Ancestry
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Exotic Orchard
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-7%synergy
Sacred Foundry
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-23%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-9%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
17%inclusion3 decks18 decks
15%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
16%inclusion3 decks19 decks
11%synergy
Sundown Pass
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-22%synergy
Arid Mesa
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-15%synergy
Spectator Seating
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-27%synergy
Demolition Field
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Evolving Wilds
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-7%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Witch Enchanter
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
-2%synergy
Sundering Eruption
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-6%synergy
Spire of Industry
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Hall
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Sacred Peaks
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Ash Barrens
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-14%synergy
Raucous Carnival
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Hidden Grotto
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy