Anax, Hardened in the Forge
$0.23
$0.23Legendary Enchantment Creature — Demigod
How it feels to play against
Mildly Annoying
Some frustrating moments but still fun.
Popularity
Decent Pick
Moderately popular, encounter occasionally.
Ranking
#2794
Current Rank
#3440
Last Week
#2380
Past 2 Years
397
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New Cards
Fresh cards from recent sets that players are experimenting with in Anax, Hardened in the Forge decks.
Gallia, the Merrymaker+3% Synergy
in 3% of decks
$0.16
Identity Echo+2% Synergy
in 3% of decks
$0.38
Ajani's Anguish0% Synergy
in 4% of decks
$0.83
Curse-Marred Demon0% Synergy
in 4% of decks
$0.65
Koth, the Geomancer-1% Synergy
in 4% of decks
$0.27
High Synergy Cards
Cards that work exceptionally well with Anax, Hardened in the Forge's abilities and overall game plan.
Fanatic of Mogis+39% Synergy
in 48% of decks
$0.37
Rekindling Phoenix+39% Synergy
in 40% of decks
$0.37
Altar of the Pantheon+33% Synergy
in 34% of decks
$0.30
Dark-Dweller Oracle+32% Synergy
in 36% of decks
$0.33
Hissing Iguanar+30% Synergy
in 32% of decks
$0.27
Witty Roastmaster+30% Synergy
in 38% of decks
$0.79
Stalking Vengeance+29% Synergy
in 31% of decks
$0.24
Thermopod+29% Synergy
in 31% of decks
$0.54
Flamewake Phoenix+29% Synergy
in 30% of decks
$0.29
Impact Tremors+29% Synergy
in 53% of decks
$2.28
Top Cards
The most popular and reliable cards that form the backbone of successful Anax, Hardened in the Forge decks.
Fanatic of Mogis+39% Synergy
in 48% of decks
$0.37
Rekindling Phoenix+39% Synergy
in 40% of decks
$0.37
Witty Roastmaster+30% Synergy
in 38% of decks
$0.79
Impact Tremors+29% Synergy
in 53% of decks
$2.28
Goblin Bombardment+25% Synergy
in 41% of decks
$3.37
Torbran, Thane of Red Fell+25% Synergy
in 47% of decks
$3.75
Skullclamp+21% Synergy
in 39% of decks
$4.86
Abrade0% Synergy
in 42% of decks
$0.18
Blasphemous Act-8% Synergy
in 45% of decks
$1.62
Chaos Warp-12% Synergy
in 48% of decks
$0.96
Game Changers
Powerful cards that can single-handedly turn the tide of a game when resolved.
Underworld Breach-3% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$10.97
Gamble-12% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$17.74
Jeska's Will-20% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$40.79
Creatures
Essential creatures that complement Anax, Hardened in the Forge's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.
Dark-Dweller Oracle+32% Synergy
in 36% of decks
$0.33
Hissing Iguanar+30% Synergy
in 32% of decks
$0.27
Stalking Vengeance+29% Synergy
in 31% of decks
$0.24
Thermopod+29% Synergy
in 31% of decks
$0.54
Flamewake Phoenix+29% Synergy
in 30% of decks
$0.29
Squee, the Immortal+28% Synergy
in 32% of decks
$1.39
Ball Lightning+24% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$0.41
Spiteful Prankster+23% Synergy
in 24% of decks
$0.31
Archetype of Aggression+22% Synergy
in 28% of decks
$1.88
Captivating Crew+21% Synergy
in 23% of decks
$0.38
Defiler of Instinct+21% Synergy
in 28% of decks
$0.39
Gut, True Soul Zealot+20% Synergy
in 22% of decks
$0.13
Enduring Courage+20% Synergy
in 26% of decks
$3.13
Impulsive Pilferer+20% Synergy
in 26% of decks
$0.52
Phoenix Chick+19% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$0.33
Purphoros, God of the Forge+17% Synergy
in 29% of decks
$27.94
Ogre Battledriver+17% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$0.32
Burnished Hart+17% Synergy
in 23% of decks
$0.21
Hellrider+15% Synergy
in 18% of decks
$3.61
Solemn Simulacrum+15% Synergy
in 35% of decks
$0.55
Magus of the Wheel+15% Synergy
in 24% of decks
$1.29
Molten Gatekeeper+14% Synergy
in 22% of decks
$0.26
Anger+13% Synergy
in 26% of decks
$0.53
Redcap Gutter-Dweller+12% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$0.22
Goblin Chainwhirler+11% Synergy
in 18% of decks
$0.56
Purphoros, Bronze-Blooded+11% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$3.91
Gadrak, the Crown-Scourge+10% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$0.37
Agate Instigator+10% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$8.60
Feldon of the Third Path+9% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$1.25
Harried Spearguard+9% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$0.20
Mogg Mob+8% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$0.24
Lightning Phoenix+8% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.37
Atsushi, the Blazing Sky+8% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$0.35
Clive, Ifrit's Dominant+7% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$3.23
Zealous Conscripts+7% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$0.32
Sunspine Lynx+7% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$1.86
Detective's Phoenix+6% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.77
Goldhound+6% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.29
Sunset Strikemaster+6% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$0.32
Molten Primordial+5% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$1.08
Tectonic Giant+5% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.65
Jaxis, the Troublemaker+5% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$1.90
Zookeeper Mechan+4% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.24
Runaway Steam-Kin+4% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$1.42
Mogg War Marshal+4% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$0.27
Humble Defector+4% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.33
Etali, Primal Storm+1% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$0.63
Iron Myr+0% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$0.74
Professional Face-Breaker-4% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$3.61
Neheb, the Eternal-7% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$7.89
Instants
Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Anax, Hardened in the Forge safe.
Fling+28% Synergy
in 32% of decks
$0.32
Kazuul's Fury+21% Synergy
in 26% of decks
$0.68
Battle Hymn+7% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$1.94
Grab the Reins+6% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.25
Act of Aggression+5% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.32
Gnawing Crescendo+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.23
Shock+5% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$0.30
Word of Seizing+4% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.21
Soul's Fire+4% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.27
Temur Battle Rage+4% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$0.26
Lightning Strike+3% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.22
Thrill of Possibility+3% Synergy
in 36% of decks
$0.20
Wild Magic Surge+3% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$1.32
Bolt Bend+1% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$4.53
Demand Answers0% Synergy
in 22% of decks
$0.62
Bulk Up0% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.30
Unleash Fury-1% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.38
Valakut Awakening-7% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$15.44
Lightning Bolt-10% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$0.84
Tibalt's Trickery-11% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$10.91
Big Score-11% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$0.48
Return the Favor-12% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$0.81
Unexpected Windfall-12% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$2.32
Red Elemental Blast-12% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$10.49
Untimely Malfunction-17% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$7.53
Deflecting Swat-18% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$76.30
Seething Song-20% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$11.32
Sorceries
Important sorcery spells that advance Anax, Hardened in the Forge's game plan and control the board.
Act of Treason+20% Synergy
in 22% of decks
$0.28
Mob Rule+18% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$1.88
Mass Mutiny+14% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$0.39
Thud+14% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$0.60
Chain Reaction+11% Synergy
in 24% of decks
$0.21
Hijack+10% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$0.17
Insurrection+8% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$11.95
Bloody Betrayal+7% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.30
Claim the Firstborn+7% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.25
Tormenting Voice+6% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$0.17
Portent of Betrayal+6% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.13
Goatnap+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.13
Kari Zev's Expertise+5% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$1.38
Mark of Mutiny+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.20
Chandra's Ignition+5% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$5.67
Harness by Force+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.35
Wrangle+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.17
Furnace Reins+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.33
Shackles of Treachery+5% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.23
Infernal Plunge+4% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.38
Traitorous Blood+4% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.17
Song-Mad Treachery+4% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.19
Traitorous Greed+4% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.29
Light Up the Stage+3% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$0.37
Seize the Spotlight+3% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$14.71
Mizzium Mortars+2% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.54
Glimpse the Impossible+2% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.28
Cathartic Reunion+1% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$0.25
Crash Through0% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.15
Wrenn's Resolve-2% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$1.84
Reckless Impulse-2% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$1.04
Sundering Eruption-5% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$1.43
Seize the Spoils-6% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.20
Faithless Looting-10% Synergy
in 29% of decks
$0.78
Gamble-12% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$17.74
Vandalblast-12% Synergy
in 28% of decks
$2.63
Mana Geyser-15% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$1.18
Jeska's Will-20% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$40.79
Utility Artifacts
Versatile artifacts that provide ongoing value, card selection, or strategic advantages.
Ashnod's Altar+20% Synergy
in 26% of decks
$16.06
Culling Dais+20% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$0.19
Hazoret's Monument+11% Synergy
in 28% of decks
$2.09
Idol of Oblivion+11% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$3.16
Chainsaw+11% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$1.90
Embercleave+9% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$9.40
Hammer of Purphoros+7% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$0.36
Urabrask's Forge+6% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$1.49
Phyrexian Altar+6% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$56.42
The Masamune+6% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.74
Spawning Pit+6% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$2.81
Infantry Shield+5% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$1.70
Ragged Short Spear+4% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.17
Mimic Vat+4% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.74
Endless Atlas+2% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$2.48
Brass's Tunnel-Grinder0% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$2.77
Wayfarer's Bauble-1% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$0.31
Beamtown Beatstick-1% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.68
Diamond Pick-Axe-2% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$2.54
The Fire Crystal-5% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$8.03
Ruby Medallion-18% Synergy
in 38% of decks
$14.47
Swiftfoot Boots-19% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$1.86
Lightning Greaves-21% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$2.97
Enchantments
Powerful enchantments that support Anax, Hardened in the Forge's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.
Outpost Siege+27% Synergy
in 35% of decks
$0.31
Thunderous Might+17% Synergy
in 18% of decks
$0.24
Furious Rise+15% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$0.23
Mechanized Warfare+15% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$0.59
Count on Luck+15% Synergy
in 23% of decks
$0.43
Barrage of Expendables+13% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$0.32
Warstorm Surge+13% Synergy
in 22% of decks
$1.47
Makeshift Munitions+10% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$0.26
City on Fire+10% Synergy
in 24% of decks
$10.11
Brazen Cannonade+8% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$2.74
Ferocity of the Wilds+8% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.15
Gratuitous Violence+8% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$0.98
Claws of Valakut+7% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$0.38
Vicious Shadows+6% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$1.96
Raid Bombardment+6% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$0.33
The Akroan War+6% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.36
Tooth and Claw+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.17
Bitter Reunion+4% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.71
Betrothed of Fire+4% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.23
Fiery Emancipation+4% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$12.65
Cavalcade of Calamity+3% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.30
Furnace of Rath+3% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$7.17
Rising of the Day+3% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$0.42
Berserkers' Onslaught+3% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.73
Powerbalance+0% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.36
Spiteful Banditry+0% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$6.91
Dictate of the Twin Gods0% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$1.65
Shared Animosity0% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$4.36
Sticky Fingers-1% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.28
Curse of Opulence-2% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$4.25
Underworld Breach-3% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$10.97
Blood Moon-10% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$6.92
Planeswalkers
Planeswalkers that work alongside Anax, Hardened in the Forge to provide ongoing value and board presence.
Koth, Fire of Resistance+8% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.38
Chandra, Torch of Defiance+2% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$1.96
Chandra, Dressed to Kill+2% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$1.70
Utility Lands
Non-basic lands that offer additional utility beyond just mana production.
Castle Embereth+20% Synergy
in 37% of decks
$0.31
Dwarven Mine+15% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$0.57
High Market+13% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$0.50
Forgotten Cave+6% Synergy
in 23% of decks
$0.32
Rogue's Passage+5% Synergy
in 30% of decks
$0.37
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx+4% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$44.48
Desert of the Fervent+4% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.26
Bonders' Enclave+4% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$0.86
Kher Keep+2% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.21
Scavenger Grounds+2% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.31
Smoldering Crater+0% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.19
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance0% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$2.63
Temple of the False God0% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.18
Spinerock Knoll-1% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$2.27
Mines of Moria-1% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$2.97
Den of the Bugbear-2% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$1.71
Valakut, the Molten Pinnacle-6% Synergy
in 18% of decks
$17.02
Buried Ruin-6% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.40
Reliquary Tower-6% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$4.38
War Room-7% Synergy
in 23% of decks
$3.55
Arena of Glory-8% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$8.08
Mana Artifacts
Artifacts focused on mana acceleration and color fixing for consistent gameplay.
Altar of the Pantheon+33% Synergy
in 34% of decks
$0.30
Heraldic Banner+24% Synergy
in 34% of decks
$0.31
Nyx Lotus+15% Synergy
in 19% of decks
$4.77
Fire Diamond+8% Synergy
in 31% of decks
$0.39
Caged Sun+5% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$3.89
Glittering Stockpile+4% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$0.41
Commander's Sphere+0% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.21
Mind Stone-2% Synergy
in 28% of decks
$0.33
Throne of Eldraine-3% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$29.44
Cursed Mirror-3% Synergy
in 19% of decks
$0.39
Liquimetal Torque-5% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$3.12
Arcane Signet-9% Synergy
in 51% of decks
$0.39
Fellwar Stone-10% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$11.39
Sol Ring-24% Synergy
in 59% of decks
$1.21
Lands
The mana base foundation for Anax, Hardened in the Forge decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.
Kazuul's Fury+21% Synergy
in 26% of decks
$0.68
Myriad Landscape+7% Synergy
in 30% of decks
$0.30
Lazotep Quarry+4% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$3.65
Song-Mad Treachery+4% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.19
Evolving Wilds+1% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.10
Demolition Field+1% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.38
Mountain+1% Synergy
in 96% of decks
$0.10
Snow-Covered Mountain-1% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.50
Pinnacle Monk-4% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$1.77
Sundering Eruption-5% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$1.43
Valakut Awakening-7% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$15.44
Anax, Hardened in the Forge Deck Stats
Based on 397 Anax, Hardened in the Forge decks.
| Mana value | Cards |
|---|---|
| 1 | 7 |
| 2 | 16 |
| 3 | 19 |
| 4 | 11 |
| 5 | 4 |
| 6 | 3 |
| 7 | 1 |
| 8 | 1 |
| 9 | 1 |
99
cards
- Creature 28
- Instant 8
- Sorcery 8
- Artifact 10
- Enchantment 8
- Planeswalker 1
- Land 36
| Card type | Cards |
|---|---|
| Creature | 28 |
| Instant | 8 |
| Sorcery | 8 |
| Artifact | 10 |
| Enchantment | 8 |
| Planeswalker | 1 |
| Land | 36 |
Lands: 31 basic, 5 nonbasic
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| Month | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024-10 | 1661 |
| 2024-11 | 1802 |
| 2024-12 | 1818 |
| 2025-01 | 1747 |
| 2025-02 | 1821 |
| 2025-03 | 1783 |
| 2025-04 | 1844 |
| 2025-05 | 1829 |
| 2025-06 | 2170 |
| 2025-07 | 2106 |
| 2025-08 | 2147 |
| 2025-09 | 2075 |
| 2025-10 | 2116 |
| 2025-11 | 2168 |
| 2025-12 | 2316 |
| 2026-01 | 2158 |
| 2026-02 | 2098 |
| 2026-03 | 2228 |
| 2026-04 | 2312 |
| 2026-05 | 2164 |
| 2026-06 | 2364 |
| 2026-07 | 2771 |
| 2026-08 | 2356 |
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