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

Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Barnabas Tharmr
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Dana Roach
Feb 19, 2026
Dana Roach
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?
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Lorehold, the Historian
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
50%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Masterwork of Ingenuity
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
96%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
96%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
95%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
94%synergy
Boros Charm
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
79%synergy
Path to Exile
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
51%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
35%synergy
Teferi's Protection
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
11%synergy
Jeska's Will
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
11%synergy
Farewell
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
11%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
8%synergy
Creatures
Esper Sentinel
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
56%synergy
The Reality Chip
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
71%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
72%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
46%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
49%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
44%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
48%synergy
Witch Enchanter
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
18%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
16%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Kitsa, Otterball Elite
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Invisible Stalker
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Acquisition Octopus
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Valley Floodcaller
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Lion Sash
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Phelia, Exuberant Shepherd
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Mother of Runes
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Etched Champion
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Aerial Extortionist
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
12%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Voice of Victory
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Goblin Engineer
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Balan, Wandering Knight
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Clever Impersonator
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Solitude
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Ledger Shredder
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Riptide Gearhulk
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Lizard Blades
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Tataru Taru
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Knuckles the Echidna
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Instants
An Offer You Can't Refuse
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
55%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
7%synergy
Counterspell
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
40%synergy
Dovin's Veto
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
31%synergy
Get Lost
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Mana Drain
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
39%synergy
Swan Song
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
33%synergy
Wear // Tear
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
43%synergy
Legion Leadership
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
44%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Generous Gift
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
29%synergy
Gideon's Sacrifice
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Chance for Glory
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Fateful Absence
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Stubborn Denial
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
13%synergy
Invert Polarity
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Dispel
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Dawn Charm
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Arcane Denial
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
9%synergy
Inventory Management
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Whirlwind Denial
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Sink into Stupor
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
16%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Reprieve
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Restoration Magic
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Sorceries
Open the Armory
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
70%synergy
Ponder
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
9%synergy
Ondu Inversion
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
16%synergy
Insult // Injury
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Mana Geyser
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Suppression Ray
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Sundering Eruption
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Thoughtcast
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Reverse Engineer
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sword of Fire and Ice
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
73%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
73%synergy
Basilisk Collar
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
70%synergy
Nettlecyst
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
49%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
43%synergy
Thran Power Suit
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
49%synergy
Skullclamp
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
39%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
46%synergy
The Key to the Vault
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
49%synergy
Helm of the Host
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Shadowspear
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
46%synergy
Colossus Hammer
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Sunforger
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Sword of the Animist
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Buster Sword
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Genji Glove
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Doc Ock's Tentacles
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Team Pennant
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Batterbone
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Skyblinder Staff
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Embercleave
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Leyline Axe
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Citizen's Crowbar
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sculpting Steel
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Assassin Gauntlet
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Winged Boots
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Darksteel Plate
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
0%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Mask of Memory
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
71%synergy
Fighter Class
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
71%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Blind Obedience
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Artificer Class
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Storm the Vault
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Shiny Impetus
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Utility Lands
Slayers' Stronghold
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Urza's Saga
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
42%synergy
Academy Ruins
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
43%synergy
Archway of Innovation
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Ancient Den
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
13%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Seat of the Synod
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
12%synergy
Arena of Glory
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Inventors' Fair
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Mistveil Plains
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Axgard Armory
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Monumental Henge
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Homeward Path
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Temple of the False God
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
12%synergy
Rogue's Passage
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
5%synergy
Great Furnace
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
13%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
-14%synergy
Talisman of Progress
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
5%synergy
Arcane Signet
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
-38%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
7%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Steam Vents
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
60%synergy
Sacred Foundry
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
59%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
6%synergy
Island
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
4%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
5%synergy
Arid Mesa
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
72%synergy
Scalding Tarn
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
73%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
59%synergy
Flooded Strand
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
71%synergy
Glacial Fortress
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Command Tower
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
-18%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
53%synergy
Sundown Pass
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
56%synergy
Sea of Clouds
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
44%synergy
Spectator Seating
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
46%synergy
Meticulous Archive
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
66%synergy
Training Center
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
44%synergy
Deserted Beach
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
53%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
44%synergy
Exotic Orchard
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
-11%synergy
Sulfur Falls
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
-2%synergy
Battlefield Forge
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
8%synergy
Legion Leadership
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
44%synergy
Raugrin Triome
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
13%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
14%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
-1%synergy
Fiery Islet
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Witch Enchanter
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
18%synergy
Shivan Reef
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-16%synergy
Ondu Inversion
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Azorius Chancery
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
13%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
13%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Riverglide Pathway
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Riverpyre Verge
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Mystic Monastery
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-34%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Rugged Prairie
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
2%synergy
Boros Garrison
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
15%synergy
Elegant Parlor
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Suppression Ray
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Sink into Stupor
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
16%synergy
Sundering Eruption
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Mystic Gate
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
13%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
16%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
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