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Ganax, Astral Hunter // Passionate Archaeologist
Price tag $21.87

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Ganax, Astral Hunter Passionate Archaeologist
Magic color symbol for R
Mono-Red

Playstyle & Strategy

Treasure 46% Dragons 38% Spellslinger 8%

How it feels to play against

Mildly Annoying Some frustrating moments but still fun.

Popularity

Niche Pick Less common, brings surprise factor.

Ranking

#4574 Current Rank
#4119 Last Week
#4728 Past 2 Years
13 Decks

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Mana Pool $0.32
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High Synergy Cards

Cards that work exceptionally well with Ganax, Astral Hunter // Passionate Archaeologist's abilities and overall game plan.

Stormscale Scion Stormscale Scion
+82% Synergy in 83% of decks $3.42
Breaching Dragonstorm Breaching Dragonstorm
+81% Synergy in 83% of decks $0.24
Count on Luck Count on Luck
+76% Synergy in 83% of decks $0.44
Swashbuckler Extraordinaire Swashbuckler Extraordinaire
+67% Synergy in 69% of decks $0.35
Ignite the Future Ignite the Future
+66% Synergy in 69% of decks $0.52
Sarkhan, Dragon Ascendant Sarkhan, Dragon Ascendant
+66% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.53
Patron of the Arts Patron of the Arts
+66% Synergy in 69% of decks $0.23
Nalfeshnee Nalfeshnee
+60% Synergy in 62% of decks $8.83
Goldspan Dragon Goldspan Dragon
+59% Synergy in 69% of decks $11.17
Inspired Tinkering Inspired Tinkering
+59% Synergy in 62% of decks $1.08

Top Cards

The most popular and reliable cards that form the backbone of successful Ganax, Astral Hunter // Passionate Archaeologist decks.

Professional Face-Breaker Professional Face-Breaker
+59% Synergy in 77% of decks $3.89
Lathliss, Dragon Queen Lathliss, Dragon Queen
+57% Synergy in 62% of decks $0.49
Reckless Barbarian Reckless Barbarian
+57% Synergy in 62% of decks $0.34
Call Forth the Tempest Call Forth the Tempest
+56% Synergy in 58% of decks $16.70
Dream Pillager Dream Pillager
+53% Synergy in 54% of decks $0.16
Wild-Magic Sorcerer Wild-Magic Sorcerer
+51% Synergy in 54% of decks $6.43
Dragon Tempest Dragon Tempest
+51% Synergy in 54% of decks $3.45
Xorn Xorn
+46% Synergy in 54% of decks $13.74
Light Up the Stage Light Up the Stage
+41% Synergy in 54% of decks $0.38
Chain Reaction Chain Reaction
+40% Synergy in 54% of decks $0.21

Game Changers

Powerful cards that can single-handedly turn the tide of a game when resolved.

Chrome Mox Chrome Mox
+15% Synergy in 23% of decks $166.63
Jeska's Will Jeska's Will
+7% Synergy in 46% of decks $40.79

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement Ganax, Astral Hunter // Passionate Archaeologist's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

Bonehoard Dracosaur Bonehoard Dracosaur
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $15.06
Nesting Dragon Nesting Dragon
+45% Synergy in 46% of decks $0.38
Scourge of Valkas Scourge of Valkas
+43% Synergy in 46% of decks $3.92
Dragonhawk, Fate's Tempest Dragonhawk, Fate's Tempest
+40% Synergy in 43% of decks $4.32
Drakuseth, Maw of Flames Drakuseth, Maw of Flames
+38% Synergy in 46% of decks $0.50
Manaform Hellkite Manaform Hellkite
+37% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.25
Terror of the Peaks Terror of the Peaks
+36% Synergy in 46% of decks $29.04
Roaming Throne Roaming Throne
+36% Synergy in 46% of decks $51.90
Crime Novelist Crime Novelist
+35% Synergy in 40% of decks $2.15
Party Thrasher Party Thrasher
+35% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.62
Ancient Copper Dragon Ancient Copper Dragon
+32% Synergy in 39% of decks $138.13
Young Red Dragon Young Red Dragon
+30% Synergy in 31% of decks $0.21
Capricious Hellraiser Capricious Hellraiser
+30% Synergy in 31% of decks $0.35
Hoard-Smelter Dragon Hoard-Smelter Dragon
+30% Synergy in 31% of decks $0.27
Hellkite Charger Hellkite Charger
+28% Synergy in 31% of decks $3.16
Wrathful Red Dragon Wrathful Red Dragon
+28% Synergy in 31% of decks $12.35
Dragonspeaker Shaman Dragonspeaker Shaman
+28% Synergy in 31% of decks $2.79
Rapacious Dragon Rapacious Dragon
+27% Synergy in 31% of decks $0.31
Gadrak, the Crown-Scourge Gadrak, the Crown-Scourge
+27% Synergy in 31% of decks $0.37
Pinnacle Monk Mystic Peak Pinnacle Monk
+26% Synergy in 38% of decks $2.00
Academy Manufactor Academy Manufactor
+26% Synergy in 31% of decks $8.94
Laelia, the Blade Reforged Laelia, the Blade Reforged
+26% Synergy in 31% of decks $0.34
Atsushi, the Blazing Sky Atsushi, the Blazing Sky
+25% Synergy in 31% of decks $0.35
Cavern-Hoard Dragon Cavern-Hoard Dragon
+25% Synergy in 31% of decks $20.90
Memory Worm Memory Worm
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.39
Fang Dragon Fang Dragon
+23% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.29
Opportunistic Dragon Opportunistic Dragon
+22% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.25
Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat
+22% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.24
Obsidian Charmaw Obsidian Charmaw
+22% Synergy in 23% of decks $1.92
Kami of Celebration Kami of Celebration
+22% Synergy in 23% of decks $1.01
Keeper of Secrets Keeper of Secrets
+22% Synergy in 23% of decks $7.47
Dragonlord's Servant Dragonlord's Servant
+20% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.40
Magda, Brazen Outlaw Magda, Brazen Outlaw
+20% Synergy in 23% of decks $7.54
Blast-Furnace Hellkite Blast-Furnace Hellkite
+20% Synergy in 23% of decks $4.14
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
+19% Synergy in 31% of decks $40.11
Knollspine Dragon Knollspine Dragon
+19% Synergy in 23% of decks $1.19
Jaxis, the Troublemaker Jaxis, the Troublemaker
+19% Synergy in 23% of decks $1.90
Hellkite Tyrant Hellkite Tyrant
+14% Synergy in 23% of decks $5.22

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Ganax, Astral Hunter // Passionate Archaeologist safe.

Delayed Blast Fireball Delayed Blast Fireball
+32% Synergy in 39% of decks $16.21
Sarkhan's Triumph Sarkhan's Triumph
+21% Synergy in 23% of decks $2.68
Pyretic Ritual Pyretic Ritual
+18% Synergy in 31% of decks $7.33
Seething Song Seething Song
+17% Synergy in 46% of decks $11.32
Desperate Ritual Desperate Ritual
+11% Synergy in 23% of decks $5.98
Unexpected Windfall Unexpected Windfall
+1% Synergy in 23% of decks $2.42
Big Score Big Score
-4% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.49
Lightning Bolt Lightning Bolt
-15% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.82
Abrade Abrade
-20% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.20
Chaos Warp Chaos Warp
-24% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.98

Sorceries

Important sorcery spells that advance Ganax, Astral Hunter // Passionate Archaeologist's game plan and control the board.

Glimpse the Impossible Glimpse the Impossible
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.28
Creative Technique Creative Technique
+38% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.31
Reckless Impulse Reckless Impulse
+37% Synergy in 46% of decks $1.05
Wrenn's Resolve Wrenn's Resolve
+37% Synergy in 46% of decks $1.83
Apex of Power Apex of Power
+37% Synergy in 39% of decks $1.26
Brass's Bounty Brass's Bounty
+27% Synergy in 31% of decks $0.66
Mana Geyser Mana Geyser
+25% Synergy in 54% of decks $1.19
Into the Time Vortex Into the Time Vortex
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.31
Surge to Victory Surge to Victory
+23% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.32
Kindred Charge Kindred Charge
+21% Synergy in 23% of decks $12.63
Rousing Refrain Rousing Refrain
+21% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.33
Mizzix's Mastery Mizzix's Mastery
+16% Synergy in 23% of decks $8.03
Chandra's Ignition Chandra's Ignition
+16% Synergy in 23% of decks $6.64
Blasphemous Act Blasphemous Act
+2% Synergy in 54% of decks $1.88
Vandalblast Vandalblast
-9% Synergy in 31% of decks $2.69

Utility Artifacts

Versatile artifacts that provide ongoing value, card selection, or strategic advantages.

Chimil, the Inner Sun Chimil, the Inner Sun
+25% Synergy in 27% of decks $7.85
Lightning Greaves Lightning Greaves
-10% Synergy in 23% of decks $3.22
Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
-17% Synergy in 23% of decks $1.86
Ruby Medallion Ruby Medallion
-19% Synergy in 31% of decks $14.56

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support Ganax, Astral Hunter // Passionate Archaeologist's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Alchemist's Talent Alchemist's Talent
+41% Synergy in 43% of decks $16.83
Molten Echoes Molten Echoes
+36% Synergy in 39% of decks $8.51
Rain of Riches Rain of Riches
+28% Synergy in 31% of decks $7.07
Tavern Brawler Tavern Brawler
+27% Synergy in 31% of decks $0.26
Dragon Cultist Dragon Cultist
+22% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.20
Outpost Siege Outpost Siege
+21% Synergy in 31% of decks $0.31
Stolen Strategy Stolen Strategy
+21% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.40
Fable of the Mirror-Breaker Reflection of Kiki-Jiki Fable of the Mirror-Breaker
+16% Synergy in 23% of decks $6.29

Planeswalkers

Planeswalkers that work alongside Ganax, Astral Hunter // Passionate Archaeologist to provide ongoing value and board presence.

Sarkhan the Masterless Sarkhan the Masterless
+22% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.44
Sarkhan, Fireblood Sarkhan, Fireblood
+22% Synergy in 23% of decks $5.63
Chandra, Fire Artisan Chandra, Fire Artisan
+21% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.32
Chandra, Torch of Defiance Chandra, Torch of Defiance
+9% Synergy in 23% of decks $1.93

Utility Lands

Non-basic lands that offer additional utility beyond just mana production.

Cori Mountain Monastery Cori Mountain Monastery
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.90
Spinerock Knoll Spinerock Knoll
+47% Synergy in 62% of decks $2.27
Hidden Volcano Hidden Volcano
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.24
Temple of the False God Temple of the False God
+22% Synergy in 31% of decks $0.35
Crucible of the Spirit Dragon Crucible of the Spirit Dragon
+22% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.61
Arena of Glory Arena of Glory
+18% Synergy in 38% of decks $8.29
Bonders' Enclave Bonders' Enclave
+18% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.86
War Room War Room
+16% Synergy in 46% of decks $3.54
Scavenger Grounds Scavenger Grounds
+16% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.31
Rogue's Passage Rogue's Passage
+10% Synergy in 31% of decks $0.38
Castle Embereth Castle Embereth
+6% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.31

Mana Artifacts

Artifacts focused on mana acceleration and color fixing for consistent gameplay.

Mox Jasper Mox Jasper
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $12.46
Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind
+43% Synergy in 46% of decks $0.40
Dragon's Hoard Dragon's Hoard
+43% Synergy in 46% of decks $0.66
Cursed Mirror Cursed Mirror
+17% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.35
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
+8% Synergy in 69% of decks $0.37
Mind Stone Mind Stone
+1% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.32
Fire Diamond Fire Diamond
-5% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.38
Sol Ring Sol Ring
-8% Synergy in 77% of decks $1.25

Lands

The mana base foundation for Ganax, Astral Hunter // Passionate Archaeologist decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Maelstrom of the Spirit Dragon Maelstrom of the Spirit Dragon
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.88
Haven of the Spirit Dragon Haven of the Spirit Dragon
+37% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.60
Plaza of Heroes Plaza of Heroes
+20% Synergy in 23% of decks $3.10
Myriad Landscape Myriad Landscape
+4% Synergy in 31% of decks $0.31

Ganax, Astral Hunter // Passionate Archaeologist Deck Stats

Based on 13 Ganax, Astral Hunter // Passionate Archaeologist decks.

Average Mana Curve nonland cards
Card Types in the average deck
98 cards
  • Creature 30
  • Instant 5
  • Sorcery 11
  • Artifact 9
  • Enchantment 6
  • Planeswalker 1
  • Land 36

Lands: 27 basic, 9 nonbasic

Most Played Combos

Similar Commanders

The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like Ganax, Astral Hunter // Passionate Archaeologist.

Ganax, Astral Hunter Guild Artisan Ganax, Astral Hunter // Guild Artisan
Ganax, Astral Hunter Agent of the Iron Throne Ganax, Astral Hunter // Agent of the Iron Throne
Ganax, Astral Hunter Dungeon Delver Ganax, Astral Hunter // Dungeon Delver
Ganax, Astral Hunter Criminal Past Ganax, Astral Hunter // Criminal Past
Ganax, Astral Hunter Cultist of the Absolute Ganax, Astral Hunter // Cultist of the Absolute
Ganax, Astral Hunter Shameless Charlatan Ganax, Astral Hunter // Shameless Charlatan
Renari, Merchant of Marvels Guild Artisan Renari, Merchant of Marvels // Guild Artisan
Ganax, Astral Hunter Dragon Cultist Ganax, Astral Hunter // Dragon Cultist
Ganax, Astral Hunter Faceless One Ganax, Astral Hunter // Faceless One
Ganax, Astral Hunter Folk Hero Ganax, Astral Hunter // Folk Hero
Ganax, Astral Hunter Street Urchin Ganax, Astral Hunter // Street Urchin
Ganax, Astral Hunter Candlekeep Sage Ganax, Astral Hunter // Candlekeep Sage
Dargo, the Shipwrecker Ignacio of Myra's Marvels Dargo, the Shipwrecker // Ignacio of Myra's Marvels
Dargo, the Shipwrecker Krark, the Thumbless Dargo, the Shipwrecker // Krark, the Thumbless
Ganax, Astral Hunter Far Traveler Ganax, Astral Hunter // Far Traveler
Ganax, Astral Hunter Feywild Visitor Ganax, Astral Hunter // Feywild Visitor
Ganax, Astral Hunter Clan Crafter Ganax, Astral Hunter // Clan Crafter
Ganax, Astral Hunter Haunted One Ganax, Astral Hunter // Haunted One
Breeches, Brazen Plunderer Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Breeches, Brazen Plunderer // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Wyll, Blade of Frontiers Guild Artisan Wyll, Blade of Frontiers // Guild Artisan
Wyll, Blade of Frontiers Tavern Brawler Wyll, Blade of Frontiers // Tavern Brawler
Ganax, Astral Hunter Tavern Brawler Ganax, Astral Hunter // Tavern Brawler
Ganax, Astral Hunter Acolyte of Bahamut Ganax, Astral Hunter // Acolyte of Bahamut
Ganax, Astral Hunter Master Chef Ganax, Astral Hunter // Master Chef
The Ninth Doctor Ace, Fearless Rebel The Ninth Doctor // Ace, Fearless Rebel
The Ninth Doctor Amy Pond The Ninth Doctor // Amy Pond
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Street Urchin Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Street Urchin
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder
The Fifteenth Doctor Yasmin Khan The Fifteenth Doctor // Yasmin Khan
Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer Guild Artisan Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer // Guild Artisan
Brinelin, the Moon Kraken Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Brinelin, the Moon Kraken // Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder
Brinelin, the Moon Kraken Dargo, the Shipwrecker Brinelin, the Moon Kraken // Dargo, the Shipwrecker
The Third Doctor Bill Potts The Third Doctor // Bill Potts
The Third Doctor Dan Lewis The Third Doctor // Dan Lewis
Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist Nadier, Agent of the Duskenel Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist // Nadier, Agent of the Duskenel
The Fifteenth Doctor Susan Foreman The Fifteenth Doctor // Susan Foreman
The Fugitive Doctor Ace, Fearless Rebel The Fugitive Doctor // Ace, Fearless Rebel
The Fugitive Doctor Leela, Sevateem Warrior The Fugitive Doctor // Leela, Sevateem Warrior
The Fugitive Doctor Peri Brown The Fugitive Doctor // Peri Brown
Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer Dragon Cultist Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer // Dragon Cultist

Other Available Backgrounds

Ganax, Astral Hunter can also choose from these 28 other backgrounds:

Acolyte of Bahamut Acolyte of Bahamut
Feywild Visitor Feywild Visitor
Haunted One Haunted One
Agent of the Iron Throne Agent of the Iron Throne
Guild Artisan Guild Artisan
Dragon Cultist Dragon Cultist
Far Traveler Far Traveler
Folk Hero Folk Hero
Candlekeep Sage Candlekeep Sage
Clan Crafter Clan Crafter
Tavern Brawler Tavern Brawler
Noble Heritage Noble Heritage
Raised by Giants Raised by Giants
Street Urchin Street Urchin
Cultist of the Absolute Cultist of the Absolute
Popular Entertainer Popular Entertainer
Scion of Halaster Scion of Halaster
Agent of the Shadow Thieves Agent of the Shadow Thieves
Shameless Charlatan Shameless Charlatan
Master Chef Master Chef
Passionate Archaeologist Passionate Archaeologist
Inspiring Leader Inspiring Leader
Criminal Past Criminal Past
Dungeon Delver Dungeon Delver
Faceless One Faceless One
Flaming Fist Flaming Fist
Hardy Outlander Hardy Outlander
Sword Coast Sailor Sword Coast Sailor
Veteran Soldier Veteran Soldier