Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Barnabas Tharmr (Commander) - Upgraded Equipment

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Dana Roach
Feb 19, 2026
Archidekt Deckbuilding Contest Finalists - February 2026
Let's take a look at the three finalists for this month's Archidekt deckbuilding contest. Who made the coolest partner deck?
Deck Filters
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Improvised Arsenal
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
10%synergy
Hard-Won Jitte
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Lorehold, the Historian
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Puresteel Paladin
86%inclusion24 decks28 decks
80%synergy
Sunforger
71%inclusion20 decks28 decks
68%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
71%inclusion20 decks28 decks
66%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
68%inclusion19 decks28 decks
64%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
68%inclusion19 decks28 decks
63%synergy
Fighter Class
64%inclusion18 decks28 decks
61%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
61%inclusion17 decks28 decks
58%synergy
Shadowspear
61%inclusion17 decks28 decks
56%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
57%inclusion16 decks28 decks
56%synergy
The Reality Chip
57%inclusion16 decks28 decks
53%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
68%inclusion19 decks28 decks
0%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
68%inclusion19 decks28 decks
43%synergy
Boros Charm
64%inclusion18 decks28 decks
43%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
57%inclusion16 decks28 decks
51%synergy
Open the Armory
54%inclusion15 decks28 decks
48%synergy
Colossus Hammer
54%inclusion15 decks28 decks
49%synergy
Esper Sentinel
50%inclusion14 decks28 decks
31%synergy
The Key to the Vault
50%inclusion14 decks28 decks
47%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
50%inclusion14 decks28 decks
44%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
50%inclusion14 decks28 decks
45%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
17%synergy
Teferi's Protection
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
15%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
-1%synergy
Smothering Tithe
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
-7%synergy
Farewell
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
-3%synergy
Rhystic Study
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
-8%synergy
Jeska's Will
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-6%synergy
The One Ring
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
0%synergy
Creatures
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
46%inclusion12 decks26 decks
44%synergy
Lizard Blades
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
41%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
39%inclusion11 decks28 decks
26%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
39%inclusion11 decks28 decks
27%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
33%synergy
Lion Sash
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
34%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
32%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
25%synergy
Witch Enchanter
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
18%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
23%synergy
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
18%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
19%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
18%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
17%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
16%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
15%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Mother of Runes
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Shimmer Dragon
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Pippin, Guard of the Citadel
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Serra Ascendant
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Goblin Engineer
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Rabbit Battery
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Balan, Wandering Knight
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
11%synergy
Urza, Lord High Artificer
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Vivi Ornitier
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Vincent, Vengeful Atoner
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Voice of Victory
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Stenn, Paranoid Partisan
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Bothersome Quasit
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Legion Leadership
50%inclusion14 decks28 decks
44%synergy
Generous Gift
50%inclusion14 decks28 decks
29%synergy
Dovin's Veto
46%inclusion13 decks28 decks
28%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
22%synergy
Path to Exile
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
-6%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
30%synergy
Sink into Stupor
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
19%synergy
Dispatch
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
11%synergy
Inventory Management
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
23%synergy
Counterspell
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
-10%synergy
Chaos Warp
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
-1%synergy
Chance for Glory
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
21%synergy
Deflecting Swat
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Valakut Awakening
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
18%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Mana Drain
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Swan Song
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
0%synergy
Arcane Denial
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Bolt Bend
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
16%synergy
Stubborn Denial
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Get Lost
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Final Showdown
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Wear // Tear
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Magnetic Theft
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Comeuppance
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Negate
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
-5%synergy
Render Silent
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Take the Bait
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
1%synergy
Steam Augury
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Absorb
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Three Steps Ahead
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Return to Dust
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Dawn's Truce
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
0%synergy
Everybody Lives!
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Clever Concealment
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-5%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Invert Polarity
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Reality Shift
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Slip Out the Back
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Silence
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Counterflux
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-2%synergy
Great Train Heist
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Deflecting Palm
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
2%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Sevinne's Reclamation
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
16%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Supreme Verdict
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
1%synergy
Austere Command
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Ondu Inversion
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Lórien Revealed
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Blasphemous Act
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
-12%synergy
Sundering Eruption
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Winds of Abandon
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Anchor to Reality
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Disrupt Decorum
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Suppression Ray
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Spectacular Showdown
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Blackblade Reforged
50%inclusion14 decks28 decks
47%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
50%inclusion14 decks28 decks
48%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
46%inclusion13 decks28 decks
43%synergy
Sword of the Animist
46%inclusion13 decks28 decks
41%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
39%inclusion11 decks28 decks
38%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
34%synergy
Skullclamp
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
25%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
33%synergy
Genji Glove
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
32%synergy
Helm of the Host
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
27%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
27%synergy
Buster Sword
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
28%synergy
Nettlecyst
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
27%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
28%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
27%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
23%synergy
Basilisk Collar
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
24%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
24%synergy
Thran Power Suit
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
23%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
25%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
21%synergy
Winged Boots
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
22%synergy
Argentum Armor
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
22%synergy
Mask of Memory
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
24%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
23%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
24%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Mithril Coat
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
15%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
20%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
18%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
20%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
16%synergy
Lost Jitte
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
17%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
18%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
17%synergy
Assault Suit
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
17%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Leyline Axe
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
11%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Bloodthirsty Blade
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Cori-Steel Cutter
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Robe of Stars
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Sculpting Steel
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Goggles of Night
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
11%synergy
Champion's Helm
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Fishing Gear
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
39%inclusion11 decks28 decks
35%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
-6%synergy
Aggravated Assault
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
12%synergy
The Sound of Drums
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Mystic Remora
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
-1%synergy
Frostcliff Siege
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-5%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Storm the Vault
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Mirrormade
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
All That Glitters
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Shiny Impetus
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Curse of Opulence
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Land Tax
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
The Eternal Wanderer
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Academy Ruins
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
35%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
23%synergy
Urza's Saga
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
24%synergy
Axgard Armory
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
30%synergy
Archway of Innovation
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
27%synergy
Rogue's Passage
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
21%synergy
Reliquary Tower
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
-9%synergy
Arena of Glory
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
18%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
16%synergy
Inventors' Fair
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
16%synergy
Great Furnace
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Ancient Den
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Seat of the Synod
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
1%synergy
Mistveil Plains
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Buried Ruin
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
-1%synergy
Minas Tirith
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Monumental Henge
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
2%synergy
Mistrise Village
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
0%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Mishra's Factory
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Homeward Path
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
86%inclusion24 decks28 decks
-4%synergy
Arcane Signet
68%inclusion19 decks28 decks
-20%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
-1%synergy
Talisman of Progress
39%inclusion11 decks28 decks
-6%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
39%inclusion11 decks28 decks
-3%synergy
The Aetherspark
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
19%synergy
Fellwar Stone
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
-14%synergy
Azorius Signet
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
-14%synergy
Izzet Signet
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
-17%synergy
Boros Signet
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
-14%synergy
Thought Vessel
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
-13%synergy
The Irencrag
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Thran Dynamo
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Lands
Mountain
96%inclusion27 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Island
96%inclusion27 decks28 decks
1%synergy
Command Tower
93%inclusion26 decks28 decks
0%synergy
Plains
93%inclusion26 decks28 decks
-2%synergy
Sacred Foundry
75%inclusion21 decks28 decks
34%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
75%inclusion21 decks28 decks
33%synergy
Exotic Orchard
71%inclusion20 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Steam Vents
68%inclusion19 decks28 decks
27%synergy
Flooded Strand
68%inclusion19 decks28 decks
38%synergy
Arid Mesa
64%inclusion18 decks28 decks
37%synergy
Spectator Seating
61%inclusion17 decks28 decks
32%synergy
Scalding Tarn
61%inclusion17 decks28 decks
34%synergy
Sea of Clouds
57%inclusion16 decks28 decks
27%synergy
Raugrin Triome
57%inclusion16 decks28 decks
21%synergy
Legion Leadership
50%inclusion14 decks28 decks
44%synergy
Training Center
50%inclusion14 decks28 decks
19%synergy
Battlefield Forge
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
0%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
-9%synergy
Glacial Fortress
39%inclusion11 decks28 decks
-15%synergy
Sulfur Falls
39%inclusion11 decks28 decks
-13%synergy
Sundown Pass
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
17%synergy
Meticulous Archive
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
27%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
26%synergy
Mystic Monastery
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
-27%synergy
Deserted Beach
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Shivan Reef
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
-13%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Sink into Stupor
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
19%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
-8%synergy
Witch Enchanter
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
18%synergy
Spire of Industry
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Boros Garrison
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Elegant Parlor
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Thundering Falls
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Valakut Awakening
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
18%synergy
Tundra
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Prairie Stream
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
-21%synergy
Rugged Prairie
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
-5%synergy
Plateau
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Perilous Landscape
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
-1%synergy
Mystic Gate
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Ondu Inversion
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Azorius Chancery
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Reflecting Pool
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
-13%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Path of Ancestry
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
-14%synergy