Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Dargo, the Shipwrecker (Commander)

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Levi Perry
Nov 20, 2025
What If Commander Damage Didn't Exist?
What if we got rid of commander damage? Or switched to cumulative commander damage? Let's look at the possibilities.
Deck Filters
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Colossus Hammer
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
53%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
50%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
42%synergy
Open the Armory
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
42%synergy
Mask of Memory
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
40%synergy
Mishra's Bauble
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
37%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
37%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Impulsive Pilferer
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
-5%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Path to Exile
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
-9%synergy
Boros Charm
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
-6%synergy
Sunforger
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
27%synergy
Thran Power Suit
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Blasphemous Act
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Lightning Greaves
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Nettlecyst
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
27%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Smothering Tithe
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Jeska's Will
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Ancient Tomb
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Chrome Mox
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Teferi's Protection
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Mana Vault
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Gamble
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Underworld Breach
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Creatures
Lizard Blades
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
22%synergy
Grand Abolisher
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Ornithopter
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Esper Sentinel
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Witch Enchanter
22%inclusion4 decks18 decks
10%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Lion Sash
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
13%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Memnite
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Foundry Inspector
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Valduk, Keeper of the Flame
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Captivating Crew
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Myrel, Shield of Argive
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Kobolds of Kher Keep
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Crimson Kobolds
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Rabbit Battery
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Champion of the Flame
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Birgi, God of Storytelling
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Mother of Runes
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Gemcutter Buccaneer
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Starnheim Courser
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
4%synergy
Magnetic Snuffler
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
1%synergy
Glóin, Dwarf Emissary
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Starfield Mystic
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Combat Celebrant
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Crookshank Kobolds
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Goblin Gaveleer
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Storm-Kiln Artist
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Coastline Marauders
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-6%synergy
Kor Spiritdancer
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Adeline, Resplendent Cathar
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Gadrak, the Crown-Scourge
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Soulless Jailer
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Legion Leadership
39%inclusion7 decks18 decks
21%synergy
Big Score
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Silence
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Deflecting Swat
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Wear // Tear
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Generous Gift
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-13%synergy
Chaos Warp
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-10%synergy
Dispatch
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Lightning Bolt
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Inventory Management
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Dawn Charm
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Reprieve
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Abrade
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Bulk Up
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Bottle-Cap Blast
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Lightning Helix
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Magnetic Theft
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Fling
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Not of This World
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Crush Contraband
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Orim's Chant
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Return to Dust
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Dawn's Truce
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-5%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-5%synergy
Siege Smash
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
4%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
-1%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
1%synergy
Flare of Duplication
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Sevinne's Reclamation
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
23%synergy
Slash the Ranks
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Rip Apart
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Seize the Spotlight
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Austere Command
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Blazing Volley
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Crush the Weak
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Seize the Spoils
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Gleeful Demolition
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Kari Zev's Expertise
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Vandalblast
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-7%synergy
Farewell
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Cut a Deal
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Winds of Abandon
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Unfinished Business
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Hijack
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Full Throttle
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
1%synergy
Grab the Prize
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Jolted Awake
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Overpowering Attack
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
2%synergy
Take for a Ride
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Masterwork of Ingenuity
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
27%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
23%synergy
Sword of the Animist
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Skullclamp
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Bone Saw
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Shadowspear
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Commander's Plate
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Leyline Axe
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
13%synergy
Flayer Husk
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Batterskull
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Mithril Coat
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
12%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
17%inclusion3 decks18 decks
12%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
16%inclusion3 decks19 decks
13%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
12%synergy
Tormod's Crypt
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Greataxe
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Glimmer Lens
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Kemba's Banner
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Goldvein Pick
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Basilisk Collar
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Javelin of Lightning
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Helm of the Host
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Fireshrieker
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Hero's Blade
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Urza's Bauble
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Batterbone
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Argentum Armor
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Damping Sphere
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Adventurer's Airship
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Mandibular Kite
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
9%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
4%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
4%synergy
Lost Jitte
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
9%synergy
Enchantments
Fighter Class
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
23%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
17%synergy
All That Glitters
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Forging the Tyrite Sword
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
23%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Forge Anew
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Weapons Manufacturing
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
5%synergy
Land Tax
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Aggravated Assault
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Daybreak Coronet
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Blood Moon
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Court of Grace
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Blind Obedience
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Deafening Silence
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Assemble the Legion
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Benevolent Blessing
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Court of Ire
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Vow of Duty
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Makeshift Munitions
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Reconnaissance
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Angelic Destiny
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Shiny Impetus
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Guild Artisan
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Vow of Lightning
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Caretaker's Talent
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-1%synergy
Leyline of Resonance
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Powerbalance
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Utility Lands
Buried Ruin
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Rogue's Passage
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
26%synergy
Great Furnace
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Ancient Den
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Thespian's Stage
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Urza's Saga
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Command Beacon
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-10%synergy
Inventors' Fair
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Axgard Armory
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
4%synergy
War Room
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Needle Spires
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Emergence Zone
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Guildless Commons
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Mines of Moria
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Temple of the False God
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Arid Archway
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
4%synergy
Sandstorm Verge
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Sol Ring
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
-7%synergy
Boros Signet
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
-13%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
-13%synergy
Lotus Petal
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Commander's Sphere
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Mox Amber
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Mox Opal
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Mind Stone
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-9%synergy
Fellwar Stone
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-12%synergy
Springleaf Drum
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Chromatic Star
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Mox Diamond
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Dreamstone Hedron
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Grim Monolith
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Replicating Ring
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
The Irencrag
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Paradise Mantle
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Lion's Eye Diamond
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Lands
Mountain
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
-6%synergy
Plains
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
-7%synergy
Command Tower
83%inclusion19 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Battlefield Forge
74%inclusion17 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Temple of Triumph
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Spectator Seating
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Legion Leadership
39%inclusion7 decks18 decks
21%synergy
Exotic Orchard
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Sacred Foundry
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
-10%synergy
Rugged Prairie
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
-5%synergy
Boros Garrison
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
-5%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
22%synergy
Arid Mesa
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
-9%synergy
Sundown Pass
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
-5%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Witch Enchanter
22%inclusion4 decks18 decks
10%synergy
Plateau
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
10%synergy
City of Brass
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Myriad Landscape
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Sacred Peaks
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Alpine Meadow
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Path of Ancestry
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Wooded Foothills
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Snow-Covered Mountain
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Mana Confluence
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Marsh Flats
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Boros Guildgate
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Cavern of Souls
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Elegant Parlor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-9%synergy
Scene of the Crime
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Opal Palace
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-6%synergy
Ash Barrens
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-8%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Evolving Wilds
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-11%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-15%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
1%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
4%synergy