Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist (Commander)

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
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Nick Price
Dec 24, 2025
The Top 10 Most Played Nonlegendary Commander Cards in 2025
We can't end the year without a bunch of top 10 lists! So here's our list of the 10 most played new, nonlegendary Commander cards of 2025.
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Avatar's Wrath
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
5%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Sram, Senior Edificer
74%inclusion37 decks50 decks
59%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
64%inclusion32 decks50 decks
54%synergy
Colossus Hammer
58%inclusion29 decks50 decks
53%synergy
Open the Armory
64%inclusion32 decks50 decks
51%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
56%inclusion28 decks50 decks
49%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
54%inclusion27 decks50 decks
46%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
52%inclusion26 decks50 decks
43%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
48%inclusion24 decks50 decks
43%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
54%inclusion27 decks50 decks
42%synergy
Basilisk Collar
46%inclusion23 decks50 decks
39%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
58%inclusion29 decks50 decks
22%synergy
Path to Exile
58%inclusion29 decks50 decks
-10%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
58%inclusion29 decks50 decks
-18%synergy
Sword of the Animist
50%inclusion25 decks50 decks
31%synergy
All That Glitters
50%inclusion25 decks50 decks
38%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
46%inclusion23 decks50 decks
36%synergy
Foundry Inspector
42%inclusion21 decks50 decks
36%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
42%inclusion21 decks50 decks
36%synergy
Mask of Memory
40%inclusion20 decks50 decks
32%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
40%inclusion20 decks50 decks
37%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Smothering Tithe
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
-9%synergy
Teferi's Protection
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
-16%synergy
Creatures
Sun Titan
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
30%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
32%inclusion16 decks50 decks
29%synergy
Stone Haven Outfitter
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
29%synergy
Esper Sentinel
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
25%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
22%synergy
Kor Duelist
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
24%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
23%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
1%synergy
Starnheim Courser
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
17%synergy
Giver of Runes
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
1%synergy
Balan, Wandering Knight
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
19%synergy
Leonin Abunas
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
16%synergy
Armament Master
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
18%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Taj-Nar Swordsmith
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
15%synergy
Kor Cartographer
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Kor Sanctifiers
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
-14%synergy
Leonin Shikari
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Grand Abolisher
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
-3%synergy
Kitesail Apprentice
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Kor Outfitter
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Relic Seeker
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Lion Sash
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Brass Squire
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Thunderous Orator
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Kor Spiritdancer
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Serra Ascendant
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Mesa Enchantress
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Kor Blademaster
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Cliff Threader
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Wojek Investigator
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Cliffside Rescuer
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Emeria Shepherd
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-6%synergy
Marsh Threader
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-14%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Bronze Guardian
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Phyrexian Vindicator
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Steelshaper Apprentice
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Auriok Steelshaper
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Mirran Crusader
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-8%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
-8%synergy
Dispatch
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
21%synergy
Disenchant
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Dawn Charm
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Reprieve
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Return to Dust
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
-10%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-17%synergy
Restoration Magic
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-5%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Argivian Find
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Clever Concealment
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-4%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
0%synergy
Angel's Grace
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-7%synergy
Valorous Stance
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Mana Tithe
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-6%synergy
Sorceries
Wrath of God
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Divine Reckoning
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
18%synergy
Single Combat
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Austere Command
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
-11%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
13%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Winds of Rath
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Gift of Estates
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Cut a Deal
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Farewell
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-17%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Day of Judgment
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
0%synergy
Nomads' Assembly
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
38%inclusion19 decks50 decks
35%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
32%synergy
Shadowspear
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
27%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
30%synergy
Commander's Plate
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
24%synergy
Argentum Armor
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
33%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
31%synergy
Pearl Medallion
32%inclusion16 decks50 decks
-27%synergy
Nettlecyst
32%inclusion16 decks50 decks
29%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
25%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
25%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
27%synergy
Plate Armor
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
27%synergy
Mithril Coat
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
26%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
20%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
23%synergy
Leyline Axe
25%inclusion10 decks40 decks
22%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
21%synergy
Celestial Armor
23%inclusion9 decks40 decks
19%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Fireshrieker
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
18%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
18%synergy
Darksteel Plate
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
17%synergy
Genji Glove
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Thran Power Suit
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
13%synergy
Lightning Greaves
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
-10%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
16%synergy
Champion's Helm
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Explorer's Scope
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
16%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
13%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Helm of the Host
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Hero's Blade
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
13%synergy
Sigiled Sword of Valeron
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
13%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
14%inclusion5 decks37 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Hours
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Robe of Stars
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Captain's Claws
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Sculpting Steel
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Skullclamp
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
-4%synergy
Assault Suit
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Buster Sword
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Quietus Spike
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
22%synergy
Ghostly Prison
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
17%synergy
Armored Ascension
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
18%synergy
Land Tax
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
-8%synergy
Spirit Mantle
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
15%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Hyena Umbra
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Timely Ward
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Blind Obedience
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Ethereal Armor
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
-7%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Angelic Gift
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Super State
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Light of Promise
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Pacifism
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Banishing Light
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Rule of Law
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Angelic Destiny
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Felidar Umbra
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Brave the Sands
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Oblivion Ring
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Retreat to Emeria
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-8%synergy
Smuggler's Share
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Celestial Mantle
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Battle Mastery
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
1%synergy
Guildscorn Ward
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Daybreak Coronet
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
0%synergy
Quest for the Holy Relic
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Pariah
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-1%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Benevolent Blessing
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
1%synergy
Monologue Tax
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
0%synergy
Martial Impetus
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Ossification
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
0%synergy
Sage's Reverie
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-1%synergy
With Great Power...
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
35%synergy
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
42%inclusion21 decks50 decks
15%synergy
Temple of the False God
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Ancient Den
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Buried Ruin
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
-20%synergy
Inventors' Fair
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
11%synergy
War Room
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
-21%synergy
Reliquary Tower
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
-7%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Urza's Mine
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
-22%synergy
Urza's Power Plant
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Kor Haven
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Urza's Tower
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Secluded Steppe
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Monumental Henge
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
-7%synergy
Maze of Ith
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Minas Tirith
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-22%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-13%synergy
Urza's Saga
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
76%inclusion38 decks50 decks
-8%synergy
Arcane Signet
42%inclusion21 decks50 decks
-16%synergy
Mind Stone
38%inclusion19 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Marble Diamond
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Thran Dynamo
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Thought Vessel
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Commander's Sphere
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
5%synergy
The Aetherspark
14%inclusion5 decks37 decks
10%synergy
Extraplanar Lens
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Fellwar Stone
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
1%synergy
Gauntlet of Power
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-8%synergy
Worn Powerstone
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Coldsteel Heart
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Plains
94%inclusion47 decks50 decks
1%synergy
Myriad Landscape
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
-13%synergy
Command Tower
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Path of Ancestry
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
-6%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Evolving Wilds
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-3%synergy