Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist // Joshua Rosfield (Commander) - Upgraded Artifacts

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
Colossus Hammer
84%inclusion32 decks38 decks
73%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
87%inclusion33 decks38 decks
70%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
79%inclusion30 decks38 decks
67%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
84%inclusion32 decks38 decks
67%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
74%inclusion28 decks38 decks
63%synergy
Open the Armory
76%inclusion29 decks38 decks
63%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
74%inclusion28 decks38 decks
62%synergy
Thran Power Suit
66%inclusion25 decks38 decks
60%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
61%inclusion23 decks38 decks
54%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
61%inclusion23 decks38 decks
54%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
82%inclusion31 decks38 decks
40%synergy
Sword of the Animist
68%inclusion26 decks38 decks
52%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
66%inclusion25 decks38 decks
-0%synergy
Sunforger
66%inclusion25 decks38 decks
52%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
63%inclusion24 decks38 decks
51%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
63%inclusion24 decks38 decks
51%synergy
Basilisk Collar
63%inclusion24 decks38 decks
49%synergy
Path to Exile
61%inclusion23 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Nettlecyst
58%inclusion22 decks38 decks
52%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
58%inclusion22 decks38 decks
51%synergy
Game Changers
Jeska's Will
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
16%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
16%synergy
Teferi's Protection
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Ancient Tomb
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Smothering Tithe
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-11%synergy
Farewell
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-2%synergy
Gamble
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
1%synergy
The One Ring
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-1%synergy
Mana Vault
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Creatures
Reyav, Master Smith
55%inclusion21 decks38 decks
46%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
55%inclusion21 decks38 decks
46%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
53%inclusion20 decks38 decks
49%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
50%inclusion19 decks38 decks
44%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
47%inclusion18 decks38 decks
37%synergy
Esper Sentinel
39%inclusion15 decks38 decks
15%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
32%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
37%inclusion14 decks38 decks
34%synergy
Mother of Runes
34%inclusion13 decks38 decks
21%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
34%inclusion13 decks38 decks
28%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
26%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
23%synergy
Bastion Protector
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
22%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
26%inclusion10 decks38 decks
22%synergy
Grand Abolisher
26%inclusion10 decks38 decks
16%synergy
Lizard Blades
26%inclusion10 decks38 decks
19%synergy
Foundry Inspector
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
14%synergy
Lion Sash
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
17%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
17%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Starnheim Courser
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Witch Enchanter
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
-0%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Leonin Abunas
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Silent Arbiter
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
9%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Raiyuu, Storm's Edge
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Voice of Victory
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Relic Seeker
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
9%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Rabbit Battery
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-6%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
0%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-5%synergy
Giver of Runes
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Frodo, Determined Hero
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Deep Gnome Terramancer
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Amy Rose
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-2%synergy
Voyager Quickwelder
5.4%inclusion2 decks37 decks
2%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-9%synergy
Bronzeplate Boar
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Kor Blademaster
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Instants
Boros Charm
55%inclusion21 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Dispatch
50%inclusion19 decks38 decks
36%synergy
Wear // Tear
45%inclusion17 decks38 decks
25%synergy
Generous Gift
45%inclusion17 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
37%inclusion14 decks38 decks
19%synergy
Deflecting Swat
37%inclusion14 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Chaos Warp
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
-1%synergy
Legion Leadership
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Loran's Escape
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
14%synergy
Dawn's Truce
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Restoration Magic
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
-3%synergy
Valakut Awakening
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Inventory Management
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Deflecting Palm
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
-8%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-3%synergy
Lightning Bolt
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-3%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Silence
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Reprieve
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-1%synergy
Master Warcraft
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Akroma's Will
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-4%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-6%synergy
Valorous Stance
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Clever Concealment
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-2%synergy
Get Lost
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Oblation
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-3%synergy
Disenchant
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
0%synergy
Surge of Salvation
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Excise the Imperfect
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
The Last Agni Kai
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Sevinne's Reclamation
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
15%synergy
Blasphemous Act
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
-4%synergy
Single Combat
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
17%synergy
Slash the Ranks
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
18%synergy
Seize the Day
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Vandalblast
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Divine Reckoning
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Faithless Looting
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
-5%synergy
Relentless Assault
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Overpowering Attack
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Wrath of God
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Response // Resurgence
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Song-Mad Treachery
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Reckless Handling
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
2%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Shadowspear
53%inclusion20 decks38 decks
43%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
50%inclusion19 decks38 decks
41%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
50%inclusion19 decks38 decks
41%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
45%inclusion17 decks38 decks
39%synergy
Commander's Plate
45%inclusion17 decks38 decks
39%synergy
Buster Sword
42%inclusion14 decks33 decks
34%synergy
Mask of Memory
42%inclusion16 decks38 decks
35%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
39%inclusion15 decks38 decks
30%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
37%inclusion14 decks38 decks
32%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
37%inclusion14 decks38 decks
34%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
33%inclusion11 decks33 decks
31%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
32%inclusion12 decks37 decks
30%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
25%synergy
Darksteel Plate
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
28%synergy
Mithril Coat
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
19%synergy
Lightning Greaves
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
0%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
26%inclusion10 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Genji Glove
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
17%synergy
Robe of Stars
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
21%synergy
Fireshrieker
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
21%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Argentum Armor
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
21%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
19%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
14%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
19%synergy
Champion's Helm
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
17%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
17%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
17%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Helm of the Host
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
17%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
17%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
14%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
15%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
14%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
15%synergy
Embercleave
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
9%synergy
Leyline Axe
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
15%synergy
Chainsaw
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Celestial Armor
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
9%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
9%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Fighter Class
55%inclusion21 decks38 decks
45%synergy
All That Glitters
50%inclusion19 decks38 decks
43%synergy
Forge Anew
42%inclusion16 decks38 decks
32%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
19%synergy
Land Tax
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Forging the Tyrite Sword
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Spirit Mantle
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Aggravated Assault
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Idolized
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-0%synergy
Collective Inferno
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
Gift of Immortality
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Pariah
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Dictate of the Twin Gods
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-1%synergy
Timely Ward
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Nahiri, Heir of the Ancients
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Slayers' Stronghold
68%inclusion26 decks38 decks
48%synergy
Rogue's Passage
58%inclusion22 decks38 decks
28%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
45%inclusion17 decks38 decks
28%synergy
Buried Ruin
39%inclusion15 decks38 decks
26%synergy
Great Furnace
34%inclusion13 decks38 decks
21%synergy
Ancient Den
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
19%synergy
Urza's Saga
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
21%synergy
Inventors' Fair
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Axgard Armory
26%inclusion10 decks38 decks
18%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
9%synergy
War Room
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Monumental Henge
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Command Beacon
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Reliquary Tower
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
-6%synergy
Forgotten Cave
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
9%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Fomori Vault
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Arena of Glory
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-2%synergy
Minas Tirith
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-4%synergy
Secluded Steppe
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Sequestered Stash
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Secluded Starforge
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Amonkhet Raceway
5.4%inclusion2 decks37 decks
4%synergy
Lotus Field
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Urza's Tower
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Urza's Mine
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Tyrite Sanctum
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Arid Archway
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Encroaching Wastes
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Restless Bivouac
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-1%synergy
Mistveil Plains
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-4%synergy
Temple of the False God
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-3%synergy
Urza's Power Plant
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Needle Spires
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
0%synergy
Guildless Commons
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
92%inclusion35 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Arcane Signet
84%inclusion32 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
58%inclusion22 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Boros Signet
45%inclusion17 decks38 decks
-5%synergy
Mox Amber
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
24%synergy
The Aetherspark
19%inclusion7 decks37 decks
16%synergy
Fellwar Stone
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
-7%synergy
Mox Opal
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Mind Stone
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
-11%synergy
Commander's Sphere
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
-3%synergy
Thought Vessel
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
-3%synergy
Lotus Petal
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Springleaf Drum
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion38 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion38 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
92%inclusion35 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Battlefield Forge
82%inclusion31 decks38 decks
24%synergy
Rugged Prairie
79%inclusion30 decks38 decks
35%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
79%inclusion30 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Sacred Foundry
66%inclusion25 decks38 decks
19%synergy
Spectator Seating
58%inclusion22 decks38 decks
19%synergy
Sundown Pass
39%inclusion15 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
39%inclusion15 decks38 decks
14%synergy
Arid Mesa
39%inclusion15 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
37%inclusion14 decks38 decks
-8%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
37%inclusion14 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
30%inclusion11 decks37 decks
5%synergy
Legion Leadership
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
11%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
26%inclusion10 decks38 decks
24%synergy
Boros Garrison
26%inclusion10 decks38 decks
-10%synergy
Temple of Triumph
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
-14%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Radiant Summit
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
-2%synergy
Exotic Orchard
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
-11%synergy
Opal Palace
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
16%synergy
Plateau
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Path of Ancestry
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
-0%synergy
Witch Enchanter
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
-0%synergy
Fabled Passage
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Myriad Landscape
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
-5%synergy
Windswept Heath
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Elegant Parlor
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
-7%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Marsh Flats
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Valakut Awakening
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Prismatic Vista
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
-6%synergy
Spire of Industry
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Wooded Foothills
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Evolving Wilds
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
-8%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
2%synergy
City of Brass
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Flooded Strand
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-6%synergy
Reflecting Pool
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-9%synergy
Scalding Tarn
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Mana Confluence
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Urza's Cave
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Boros Guildgate
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-3%synergy
Song-Mad Treachery
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy