Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Joshua Rosfield (Commander) - Optimized Aggro

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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
Avatar's Wrath
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Redirect Lightning
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
3%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
97%inclusion32 decks33 decks
85%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
91%inclusion30 decks33 decks
78%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
88%inclusion29 decks33 decks
77%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
94%inclusion31 decks33 decks
76%synergy
Commander's Plate
76%inclusion25 decks33 decks
69%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
76%inclusion25 decks33 decks
66%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
73%inclusion24 decks33 decks
65%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
73%inclusion24 decks33 decks
65%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
70%inclusion23 decks33 decks
62%synergy
Fighter Class
70%inclusion23 decks33 decks
58%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
79%inclusion26 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
76%inclusion25 decks33 decks
56%synergy
Esper Sentinel
73%inclusion24 decks33 decks
47%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
70%inclusion23 decks33 decks
56%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
70%inclusion23 decks33 decks
26%synergy
Path to Exile
70%inclusion23 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Boros Charm
67%inclusion22 decks33 decks
17%synergy
Open the Armory
67%inclusion22 decks33 decks
52%synergy
Sunforger
67%inclusion22 decks33 decks
50%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
64%inclusion21 decks33 decks
58%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
70%inclusion23 decks33 decks
54%synergy
Jeska's Will
55%inclusion18 decks33 decks
38%synergy
Teferi's Protection
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
19%synergy
Gamble
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
29%synergy
Ancient Tomb
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
23%synergy
Mana Vault
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
17%synergy
The One Ring
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Smothering Tithe
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
-8%synergy
Chrome Mox
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Creatures
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
64%inclusion21 decks33 decks
50%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
55%inclusion18 decks33 decks
47%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
48%inclusion16 decks33 decks
37%synergy
Lizard Blades
45%inclusion15 decks33 decks
37%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
42%inclusion14 decks33 decks
36%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
32%synergy
Mother of Runes
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
26%synergy
Grand Abolisher
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
26%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
33%inclusion11 decks33 decks
29%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
25%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
20%synergy
Giver of Runes
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
18%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
20%synergy
Ethersworn Canonist
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
20%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
16%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
14%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Lion Sash
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
11%synergy
Raiyuu, Storm's Edge
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
16%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
1%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
10%synergy
Silent Arbiter
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Serra Ascendant
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
10%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Amy Rose
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
10%synergy
Foundry Inspector
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Hushbringer
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
11%synergy
Combat Celebrant
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Magus of the Moon
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Archon of Emeria
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Aven Mindcensor
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Voice of Victory
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Witch Enchanter
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
-3%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-5%synergy
Kor Blademaster
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Eidolon of Rhetoric
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Sun Titan
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-5%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Cloud, Planet's Champion
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Instants
Deflecting Swat
48%inclusion16 decks33 decks
33%synergy
Wear // Tear
45%inclusion15 decks33 decks
24%synergy
Generous Gift
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
1%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Chaos Warp
27%inclusion9 decks33 decks
-4%synergy
Dispatch
27%inclusion9 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Legion Leadership
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Reprieve
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
16%synergy
Loran's Escape
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
16%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
18%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
18%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
10%synergy
Dawn's Truce
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Lightning Bolt
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Pyroblast
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
11%synergy
Valakut Awakening
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
1%synergy
Clever Concealment
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
3%synergy
Orim's Chant
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Seething Song
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Angel's Grace
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Silence
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Inventory Management
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Akroma's Will
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-3%synergy
Restoration Magic
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Flare of Duplication
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-5%synergy
Chance for Glory
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Desperate Ritual
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Unleash Fury
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Final Fortune
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-11%synergy
Bolt Bend
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Deflecting Palm
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-12%synergy
Sorceries
Sevinne's Reclamation
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Blasphemous Act
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
-11%synergy
Seize the Day
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Austere Command
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
-4%synergy
Sundering Eruption
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Vandalblast
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-7%synergy
Faithless Looting
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-7%synergy
Winds of Abandon
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Farewell
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-2%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Slash the Ranks
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Reckless Handling
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Wheel of Misfortune
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Wrath of God
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
1%synergy
Last Chance
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Rite of Flame
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Rip Apart
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-8%synergy
Relentless Assault
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
0%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Hammer of Nazahn
58%inclusion19 decks33 decks
48%synergy
Shadowspear
55%inclusion18 decks33 decks
44%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
55%inclusion18 decks33 decks
41%synergy
Thran Power Suit
52%inclusion17 decks33 decks
45%synergy
Mask of Memory
48%inclusion16 decks33 decks
40%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
45%inclusion15 decks33 decks
43%synergy
Mithril Coat
42%inclusion14 decks33 decks
31%synergy
Sword of the Animist
42%inclusion14 decks33 decks
24%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
33%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
38%inclusion12 decks32 decks
31%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
34%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
32%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
33%inclusion11 decks33 decks
24%synergy
Helm of the Host
33%inclusion11 decks33 decks
25%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
28%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
30%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
26%synergy
Basilisk Collar
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
17%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
28%inclusion9 decks32 decks
26%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
27%inclusion9 decks33 decks
25%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
18%synergy
Buster Sword
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
21%synergy
Robe of Stars
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
21%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
22%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
16%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
22%synergy
Genji Glove
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
20%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
20%synergy
Lightning Greaves
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
-7%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
12%synergy
Nettlecyst
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
11%synergy
Quietus Spike
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
17%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Skullclamp
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
15%synergy
Champion's Helm
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
14%synergy
Argentum Armor
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Leyline Axe
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
11%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
13%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
11%synergy
Embercleave
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Greataxe
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
14%synergy
Chainsaw
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
10%synergy
Enchantments
All That Glitters
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
31%synergy
Forge Anew
33%inclusion11 decks33 decks
23%synergy
Blood Moon
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
22%synergy
Super State
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
21%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
16%synergy
Aggravated Assault
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Forging the Tyrite Sword
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Blind Obedience
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Idolized
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
11%synergy
Curse of Opulence
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Land Tax
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
1%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Rest in Peace
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Spirit Mantle
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
5%synergy
High Noon
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
3%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
1%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Grasp of Fate
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Rising of the Day
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
1%synergy
Deafening Silence
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Benevolent Blessing
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Flaming Fist
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
With Great Power...
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
38%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Nahiri, Heir of the Ancients
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Utility Lands
Buried Ruin
55%inclusion18 decks33 decks
40%synergy
Rogue's Passage
52%inclusion17 decks33 decks
19%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
42%inclusion14 decks33 decks
19%synergy
Urza's Saga
42%inclusion14 decks33 decks
33%synergy
Inventors' Fair
42%inclusion14 decks33 decks
33%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
21%synergy
Ancient Den
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
18%synergy
Axgard Armory
27%inclusion9 decks33 decks
18%synergy
Great Furnace
27%inclusion9 decks33 decks
15%synergy
Arena of Glory
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
15%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
20%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Command Beacon
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
10%synergy
Reliquary Tower
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
-4%synergy
Minas Tirith
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
-2%synergy
Mistveil Plains
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
10%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Witch's Clinic
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Hanweir Battlements
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
7%synergy
War Room
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-1%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
1%synergy
Fomori Vault
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Ghost Quarter
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
1%synergy
Smoldering Crater
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-4%synergy
Drifting Meadow
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Temple of the False God
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-3%synergy
Secluded Starforge
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion33 decks33 decks
15%synergy
Arcane Signet
73%inclusion24 decks33 decks
-7%synergy
Mox Amber
58%inclusion19 decks33 decks
53%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
45%inclusion15 decks33 decks
-7%synergy
Boros Signet
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
-16%synergy
Mox Opal
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
32%synergy
Springleaf Drum
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
28%synergy
The Aetherspark
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Lotus Petal
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Paradise Mantle
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
14%synergy
Mind Stone
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
-11%synergy
The Irencrag
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Commander's Sphere
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-10%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
97%inclusion32 decks33 decks
11%synergy
Mountain
97%inclusion32 decks33 decks
-1%synergy
Plains
97%inclusion32 decks33 decks
-1%synergy
Sacred Foundry
79%inclusion26 decks33 decks
34%synergy
Battlefield Forge
76%inclusion25 decks33 decks
20%synergy
Spectator Seating
70%inclusion23 decks33 decks
30%synergy
Arid Mesa
67%inclusion22 decks33 decks
38%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
52%inclusion17 decks33 decks
-12%synergy
Rugged Prairie
45%inclusion15 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
45%inclusion15 decks33 decks
19%synergy
Sundown Pass
42%inclusion14 decks33 decks
7%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
36%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
20%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Spire of Industry
27%inclusion9 decks33 decks
22%synergy
Plateau
27%inclusion9 decks33 decks
15%synergy
Legion Leadership
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
-19%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
20%synergy
Temple of Triumph
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
-18%synergy
Boros Garrison
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
-22%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
15%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
10%synergy
City of Brass
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
14%synergy
Windswept Heath
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Wooded Foothills
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
10%synergy
Elegant Parlor
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
-3%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
-2%synergy
Marsh Flats
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Flooded Strand
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Valakut Awakening
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Exotic Orchard
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
-17%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
-7%synergy
Scalding Tarn
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Mana Confluence
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Witch Enchanter
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
-3%synergy
Sundering Eruption
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Prismatic Vista
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Demolition Field
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-4%synergy
Fabled Passage
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-3%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-8%synergy
Myriad Landscape
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-16%synergy
Boros Guildgate
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-3%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Evolving Wilds
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-14%synergy
Radiant Summit
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
-9%synergy