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
Mirrormind Crown
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Adept Watershaper
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Improvised Arsenal
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
56%synergy
Thran Power Suit
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
54%synergy
Nettlecyst
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
53%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
52%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
50%synergy
Champion of the Flame
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
50%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
49%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
46%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
45%synergy
Rabbit Battery
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
45%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Open the Armory
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
38%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
45%synergy
Argentum Armor
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
44%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Valduk, Keeper of the Flame
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
42%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
32%synergy
All That Glitters
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
36%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
-22%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Creatures
Kemba, Kha Regent
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Goblin Gaveleer
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Sun Titan
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Leyline Tyrant
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
9%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
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Lion Sash
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Lizard Blades
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Tiana, Ship's Caretaker
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Anger
16%inclusion4 decks25 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
8%synergy
Legion Warboss
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Kazuul's Toll Collector
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Esper Sentinel
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-13%synergy
Burnished Hart
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Tajic, Legion's Edge
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Mentor of the Meek
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Feldon of the Third Path
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Inferno of the Star Mounts
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Ball Lightning
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Spider-Punk
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Bygone Colossus
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Witch Enchanter
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Rhuk, Hexgold Nabber
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Etali, Primal Storm
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-6%synergy
Captivating Crew
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Eivor, Battle-Ready
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Light-Paws, Emperor's Voice
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Artisan of Kozilek
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Relic Seeker
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Humble Defector
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Swiftblade Vindicator
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Fireblade Charger
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Legion Leadership
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Generous Gift
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Path to Exile
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
-25%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Dispatch
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Boros Charm
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
-21%synergy
Commune with Lava
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Rebel Salvo
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Comet Storm
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Chaos Warp
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-15%synergy
Big Score
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Valorous Stance
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Soul's Fire
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Welding Sparks
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Dispense Justice
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Justice Strike
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Bulk Up
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
8%synergy
Parting Gust
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Return to Dust
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Fall of the Titans
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Light the Way
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
To Arms!
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Wear // Tear
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-13%synergy
Increasing Vengeance
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Ride Down
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Djeru's Resolve
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Reprieve
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Your Temple Is Under Attack
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Moment of Valor
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Abrade
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Akroma's Will
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Sorceries
Chandra's Ignition
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Zenith Festival
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Crackle with Power
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Blasphemous Act
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-13%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Inspired Tinkering
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Sundering Eruption
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Soulfire Eruption
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Cathartic Reunion
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Apex of Power
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Jaya's Immolating Inferno
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%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
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Megaton's Fate
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Seize the Day
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Faithless Looting
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Reckless Impulse
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Hell to Pay
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Song-Mad Treachery
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Light Up the Stage
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Fireball
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sunforger
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Mask of Memory
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
36%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
33%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
34%synergy
Ogre's Cleaver
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
36%synergy
Sword of the Animist
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Greataxe
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Lightning Greaves
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Hero's Blade
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Samurai's Katana
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
24%synergy
Meteor Sword
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Dragonwing Glider
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Haunted Cloak
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Explorer's Scope
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Glimmer Lens
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Sword of the Paruns
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Hidden Footblade
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Dancer's Chakrams
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
15%synergy
Buster Sword
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
10%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
15%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
15%synergy
Infantry Shield
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
O-Naginata
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Helm of the Host
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Meteoric Mace
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Prying Blade
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Basilisk Collar
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Goldvein Pick
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Staff of Domination
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%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
Loreseeker's Stone
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Sigil of Distinction
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Boots of Speed
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Aggravated Assault
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Rite of the Raging Storm
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Dragon Mantle
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
11%synergy
The Legend of Roku
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Bitter Reunion
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Gift of Immortality
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Elemental Mastery
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Rising of the Day
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Tavern Brawler
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Burning Anger
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Shiny Impetus
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Super State
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Fiery Mantle
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Forge Anew
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Commander's Authority
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Shifting Shadow
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Rune of Speed
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Fighter Class
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Curse of Opulence
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Goblin Assault
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Etali's Favor
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Crown of Flames
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Court of Grace
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Assemble the Legion
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Warleader's Call
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, Heir of the Ancients
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Axgard Armory
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Buried Ruin
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Pit of Offerings
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Ancient Den
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Flamekin Village
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Command Beacon
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Forgotten Cave
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Treasure Vault
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Reliquary Tower
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-11%synergy
Mines of Moria
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Great Furnace
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
-16%synergy
Sol Ring
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
-21%synergy
Boros Signet
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
-11%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
-24%synergy
Commander's Sphere
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
9%synergy
The Irencrag
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Fellwar Stone
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Thought Vessel
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Cursed Mirror
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Mind Stone
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-13%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Heraldic Banner
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Fire Diamond
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Marble Diamond
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Lands
Plains
96%inclusion24 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Mountain
96%inclusion24 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Command Tower
84%inclusion21 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Legion Leadership
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Boros Garrison
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Battlefield Forge
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
-20%synergy
Rugged Prairie
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
-6%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
-12%synergy
Temple of Triumph
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
-6%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Myriad Landscape
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Path of Ancestry
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Sacred Foundry
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-26%synergy
Exotic Orchard
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-9%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Evolving Wilds
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-10%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
16%inclusion4 decks25 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
8%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Ash Barrens
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Demolition Field
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Sacred Peaks
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Daily Bugle Building
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Witch Enchanter
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Naya Panorama
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Song-Mad Treachery
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Hall
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Arid Mesa
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-21%synergy
Spectator Seating
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-31%synergy
Spire of Industry
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Sundown Pass
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-28%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-17%synergy