Ganax, Astral Hunter
$5.27
$5.27
Mono-red dragon ramp that turns every dragon into a Treasure, using the extra mana to chain bigger flyers each turn.
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Ganax is a 5-mana 3/4 flyer that makes a Treasure whenever it or another Dragon enters under your control. Every dragon is effectively one mana cheaper to follow up, and the Treasures fix colors if you add a Background as a second commander. The deck is dragon tribal at heart: ramp, cost reducers, card draw and a curve that tops out in large flying threats.
In the recorded games, Goldspan Dragon was the standout partner for Ganax, turning a pile of Treasures into a burst of extra mana and letting the deck cast two big dragons in a turn. Dragonspeaker Shaman showed up as a cost reducer that got the top end out early. Recasting Ganax after removal was a common line, since each recast brings another Treasure. Chaos Dragon added random attacks that kept opponents guessing. Wins came from a board of flyers swinging in the midgame. The deck leans on its creatures, so a sweeper after a slow start sets it back badly.
How it feels to play against
Mildly Annoying
Some frustrating moments but still fun.
Popularity
Niche Pick
Less common, brings surprise factor.
Ranking
#2362
Current Rank
#2594
Last Week
#3181
Past 2 Years
129
Decks
Links & Decks
Combos
Debut Set
Decks on Moxfield
Decks on Archidekt
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More Ganax, Astral Hunter VideosBackground Cards
Ganax, Astral Hunter can choose any of these 29 backgrounds.
Acolyte of Bahamut
Feywild Visitor
Haunted One
Agent of the Iron Throne
Guild Artisan
Dragon Cultist
Far Traveler
Folk Hero
Candlekeep Sage
Clan Crafter
Tavern Brawler
Scion of Halaster
Noble Heritage
Raised by Giants
Popular Entertainer
Cultist of the Absolute
Master Chef
Shameless Charlatan
Agent of the Shadow Thieves
Inspiring Leader
Street Urchin
Criminal Past
Dungeon Delver
Faceless One
Flaming Fist
Hardy Outlander
Passionate Archaeologist
Sword Coast Sailor
Veteran SoldierNo cards match these filters.
New Cards
Fresh cards from recent sets that players are experimenting with in Ganax, Astral Hunter decks.
Draconic Visitor+70% Synergy
in 77% of decks
$4.50
Ajani's Anguish+4% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$1.03
Craterclaw Colossus+3% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$10.11
Samut, Hazoret's Champion+2% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$3.74
Curse-Marred Demon+0% Synergy
in 4% of decks
$0.80
High Synergy Cards
Cards that work exceptionally well with Ganax, Astral Hunter's abilities and overall game plan.
Dragon Tempest+74% Synergy
in 78% of decks
$3.47
Lathliss, Dragon Queen+74% Synergy
in 78% of decks
$0.50
Draconic Visitor+70% Synergy
in 77% of decks
$4.50
Dragonlord's Servant+67% Synergy
in 71% of decks
$0.38
Dragonspeaker Shaman+67% Synergy
in 71% of decks
$2.79
Dragon's Hoard+64% Synergy
in 68% of decks
$0.67
Scourge of Valkas+64% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$3.90
Goldspan Dragon+59% Synergy
in 73% of decks
$11.21
Utvara Hellkite+56% Synergy
in 61% of decks
$16.10
Wrathful Red Dragon+55% Synergy
in 58% of decks
$11.14
Top Cards
The most popular and reliable cards that form the backbone of successful Ganax, Astral Hunter decks.
Dragon Tempest+74% Synergy
in 78% of decks
$3.47
Lathliss, Dragon Queen+74% Synergy
in 78% of decks
$0.50
Dragonlord's Servant+67% Synergy
in 71% of decks
$0.38
Dragonspeaker Shaman+67% Synergy
in 71% of decks
$2.79
Scourge of Valkas+64% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$3.90
Goldspan Dragon+59% Synergy
in 73% of decks
$11.21
Utvara Hellkite+56% Synergy
in 61% of decks
$16.10
Wrathful Red Dragon+55% Synergy
in 58% of decks
$11.14
Hellkite Tyrant+50% Synergy
in 62% of decks
$5.32
Ruby Medallion+6% Synergy
in 64% of decks
$15.11
Game Changers
Powerful cards that can single-handedly turn the tide of a game when resolved.
Mana Vault+2% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$111.81
Jeska's Will0% Synergy
in 35% of decks
$39.43
Chrome Mox0% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$165.94
Ancient Tomb-4% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$124.65
Gamble-15% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$17.69
Creatures
Essential creatures that complement Ganax, Astral Hunter's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.
Dragonmaster Outcast+50% Synergy
in 54% of decks
$0.38
Drakuseth, Maw of Flames+48% Synergy
in 57% of decks
$0.50
Rapacious Dragon+47% Synergy
in 51% of decks
$0.32
Smaug the Magnificent+46% Synergy
in 51% of decks
$19.46
Thunderbreak Regent+43% Synergy
in 46% of decks
$0.34
Ancient Copper Dragon+42% Synergy
in 52% of decks
$135.90
Cavern-Hoard Dragon+41% Synergy
in 49% of decks
$21.23
Twinflame Tyrant+40% Synergy
in 53% of decks
$27.07
Terror of the Peaks+38% Synergy
in 49% of decks
$28.98
Balefire Dragon+38% Synergy
in 43% of decks
$15.77
Nesting Dragon+38% Synergy
in 40% of decks
$0.39
Leyline Tyrant+37% Synergy
in 45% of decks
$2.07
Hellkite Charger+37% Synergy
in 40% of decks
$3.30
Atsushi, the Blazing Sky+36% Synergy
in 43% of decks
$0.38
Skyline Despot+34% Synergy
in 36% of decks
$0.94
Gadrak, the Crown-Scourge+34% Synergy
in 38% of decks
$0.36
Patron of the Arts+32% Synergy
in 36% of decks
$0.25
Minion of the Mighty+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.85
Goldlust Triad+30% Synergy
in 37% of decks
$5.92
Tyrant's Familiar+28% Synergy
in 30% of decks
$0.82
Swashbuckler Extraordinaire+28% Synergy
in 31% of decks
$0.36
Scourge of the Throne+26% Synergy
in 32% of decks
$0.64
Nogi, Draco-Zealot+25% Synergy
in 26% of decks
$0.65
Inferno of the Star Mounts+24% Synergy
in 26% of decks
$3.16
Parapet Thrasher+24% Synergy
in 27% of decks
$3.15
Thundermane Dragon+23% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$1.11
Magmatic Hellkite+21% Synergy
in 23% of decks
$0.60
Dragonhawk, Fate's Tempest+20% Synergy
in 24% of decks
$4.43
Sarkhan, Dragon Ascendant+20% Synergy
in 22% of decks
$0.55
Reckless Barbarian+20% Synergy
in 23% of decks
$0.34
Dragon Mage+19% Synergy
in 24% of decks
$0.20
Demanding Dragon+19% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$0.42
Stormscale Scion+19% Synergy
in 22% of decks
$3.42
Ryusei, the Falling Star+19% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$1.62
Terror of Mount Velus+18% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$4.54
Steel Hellkite+18% Synergy
in 23% of decks
$0.33
Shivan Devastator+18% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$2.94
Red Dragon+18% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$0.27
Firespitter Whelp+17% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$0.33
Xorn+16% Synergy
in 26% of decks
$13.68
Opportunistic Dragon+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.23
Furnace Hellkite+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.20
Magda, Brazen Outlaw+15% Synergy
in 19% of decks
$7.38
Akoum Hellkite+14% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$0.44
Thundermaw Hellkite+13% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$2.64
Roaming Throne+13% Synergy
in 23% of decks
$47.58
Knollspine Dragon+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$1.19
Flameblast Dragon+13% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$0.42
Desert Were-Worm+13% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$0.39
Professional Face-Breaker-4% Synergy
in 19% of decks
$6.27
Instants
Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Ganax, Astral Hunter safe.
Spit Flame+36% Synergy
in 38% of decks
$0.28
Dragon's Fire+28% Synergy
in 30% of decks
$0.32
Magmaquake+22% Synergy
in 24% of decks
$0.37
Unexpected Windfall+11% Synergy
in 36% of decks
$2.68
Big Score+3% Synergy
in 36% of decks
$0.47
Bolt Bend+0% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$4.48
Demand Answers+0% Synergy
in 23% of decks
$0.62
Seething Song0% Synergy
in 32% of decks
$11.10
Abrade-2% Synergy
in 40% of decks
$0.30
Redirect Lightning-3% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$11.02
Pyretic Ritual-3% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$5.95
Thrill of Possibility-3% Synergy
in 30% of decks
$0.28
Deflecting Swat-3% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$74.90
Valakut Awakening-4% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$15.33
Expedite-5% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.36
Desperate Ritual-6% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$6.17
Pyroblast-9% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$10.23
Chaos Warp-11% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.32
Red Elemental Blast-11% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$10.25
Tibalt's Trickery-13% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$10.63
Lightning Bolt-14% Synergy
in 22% of decks
$0.83
Untimely Malfunction-15% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$8.44
Return the Favor-16% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.88
Sorceries
Important sorcery spells that advance Ganax, Astral Hunter's game plan and control the board.
Seize the Spoils+14% Synergy
in 29% of decks
$0.30
Desolation of Smaug+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.33
Brass's Bounty+12% Synergy
in 18% of decks
$0.66
Earthquake+11% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$0.53
Channeled Dragonfire+6% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.21
Dragon's Desire+6% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$1.53
Molten Exhale+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.21
Dragon's Approach+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$1.67
Mana Geyser+5% Synergy
in 37% of decks
$1.16
Draconic Intervention+5% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.19
Tormenting Voice+5% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$0.19
Anzrag's Rampage+4% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.23
Reckless Endeavor+3% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$12.50
Irencrag Feat+2% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.68
Hit the Mother Lode+2% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.78
Crash Through+1% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.15
Pirate's Pillage+0% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.63
Jeska's Will0% Synergy
in 35% of decks
$39.43
Wheel of Fortune0% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$3850.00
Chandra's Ignition-1% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$7.54
Chain Reaction-1% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$0.26
Reforge the Soul-1% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$6.07
Vandalblast-2% Synergy
in 39% of decks
$2.46
Blasphemous Act-5% Synergy
in 48% of decks
$1.40
Faithless Looting-8% Synergy
in 31% of decks
$0.76
Gamble-15% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$17.69
Utility Artifacts
Versatile artifacts that provide ongoing value, card selection, or strategic advantages.
Urza's Incubator+40% Synergy
in 43% of decks
$20.97
Herald's Horn+38% Synergy
in 44% of decks
$5.29
Hazoret's Monument+26% Synergy
in 43% of decks
$2.13
The Fire Crystal+22% Synergy
in 45% of decks
$6.99
Chronicle of Victory+18% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$23.21
Vanquisher's Banner+14% Synergy
in 19% of decks
$4.33
Panharmonicon+10% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$6.43
Diamond Pick-Axe+6% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$2.82
Gathering Stone+6% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.40
Dragon's Claw+4% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.20
Gauntlet of Might+4% Synergy
in 6% of decks
Sensei's Divining Top+2% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$39.17
Idol of Oblivion+1% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$3.03
The Reaver Cleaver+0% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$28.93
Beamtown Beatstick-1% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.68
Wayfarer's Bauble-5% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.29
Swiftfoot Boots-8% Synergy
in 31% of decks
$1.76
Lightning Greaves-13% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$4.26
Enchantments
Powerful enchantments that support Ganax, Astral Hunter's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.
Crucible of Fire+47% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.74
Dracogenesis+43% Synergy
in 46% of decks
$12.68
Breaching Dragonstorm+28% Synergy
in 30% of decks
$0.26
Warstorm Surge+25% Synergy
in 34% of decks
$1.47
Rain of Riches+19% Synergy
in 24% of decks
$7.07
There and Back Again+16% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$6.07
Molten Echoes+15% Synergy
in 18% of decks
$8.43
The Misty Mountains Cold+14% Synergy
in 19% of decks
$0.34
The Elder Dragon War+11% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$0.40
Guild Artisan+9% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$0.23
Alchemist's Talent+8% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$17.79
Rising of the Day+5% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$0.46
Dragon Mantle+4% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.16
Last Light of Durin's Day+3% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.25
Rite of the Dragoncaller+3% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$4.04
Sunbird's Invocation+3% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.40
Outpost Siege+3% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$0.30
Sneak Attack+1% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$10.00
Collective Inferno+1% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$1.71
Aggravated Assault0% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$37.17
Sticky Fingers-2% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.25
Impact Tremors-5% Synergy
in 18% of decks
$2.26
City on Fire-6% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$9.98
Fiery Emancipation-7% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$12.85
Blood Moon-9% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$6.75
Planeswalkers
Planeswalkers that work alongside Ganax, Astral Hunter to provide ongoing value and board presence.
Sarkhan, Fireblood+30% Synergy
in 32% of decks
$5.74
Sarkhan the Masterless+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.43
Sarkhan, Dragonsoul+12% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$19.15
Chandra, Torch of Defiance-2% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$2.37
Battles
Battles that give Ganax, Astral Hunter decks a second front to attack, plus a payoff for defeating them.
Invasion of Tarkir+10% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$2.88
Utility Lands
Non-basic lands that offer additional utility beyond just mana production.
Crucible of the Spirit Dragon+20% Synergy
in 22% of decks
$0.61
Temple of the False God+10% Synergy
in 19% of decks
$0.34
Spinerock Knoll+10% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$2.30
Three Tree City+10% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$29.91
Bonders' Enclave+10% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$0.86
Mines of Moria+8% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$3.01
Treasure Vault+7% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$2.15
Dragon-Cursed Halls+7% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$6.55
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx+4% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$43.71
Valakut, the Molten Pinnacle+4% Synergy
in 30% of decks
$17.02
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep+2% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$16.65
Smoldering Crater+1% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.20
Arena of Glory+0% Synergy
in 22% of decks
$8.30
Scavenger Grounds-1% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.32
Reliquary Tower-2% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$5.22
Forgotten Cave-2% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$0.31
Castle Embereth-2% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$0.31
Great Furnace-3% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$2.94
Ancient Tomb-4% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$124.65
Rogue's Passage-7% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.93
War Room-10% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$3.98
Mana Artifacts
Artifacts focused on mana acceleration and color fixing for consistent gameplay.
Dragon's Hoard+64% Synergy
in 68% of decks
$0.67
Carnelian Orb of Dragonkind+55% Synergy
in 58% of decks
$0.40
Dragonstorm Globe+41% Synergy
in 43% of decks
$0.29
Orb of Dragonkind+38% Synergy
in 40% of decks
$1.48
Mox Jasper+26% Synergy
in 28% of decks
$12.47
Fire Diamond+11% Synergy
in 34% of decks
$0.39
Caged Sun+8% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$3.89
Commander's Sphere+8% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$0.31
Patchwork Banner+6% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$2.75
Glittering Stockpile+4% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$0.41
Nyx Lotus+2% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$5.02
Gilded Lotus+2% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$1.03
Mana Vault+2% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$111.81
Worn Powerstone+1% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.36
Arcane Signet0% Synergy
in 61% of decks
$0.58
Sol Ring0% Synergy
in 84% of decks
$1.71
Throne of Eldraine0% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$29.30
Chrome Mox0% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$165.94
Thought Vessel-3% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$2.03
Cursed Mirror-3% Synergy
in 19% of decks
$0.31
Fellwar Stone-10% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.85
Mind Stone-14% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$0.30
Lands
The mana base foundation for Ganax, Astral Hunter decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.
Haven of the Spirit Dragon+42% Synergy
in 44% of decks
$0.63
Maelstrom of the Spirit Dragon+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.94
Path of Ancestry+27% Synergy
in 35% of decks
$0.26
Cavern of Souls+12% Synergy
in 23% of decks
$50.04
Myriad Landscape+12% Synergy
in 36% of decks
$0.34
Temple of the Dragon Queen+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.38
Evolving Wilds+3% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.28
Command Tower+3% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.30
Mountain+2% Synergy
in 98% of decks
$0.10
Valakut Awakening-4% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$15.33
Ganax, Astral Hunter Deck Stats
Based on 129 Ganax, Astral Hunter decks.
| Mana value | Cards |
|---|---|
| 1 | 5 |
| 2 | 10 |
| 3 | 14 |
| 4 | 9 |
| 5 | 10 |
| 6 | 7 |
| 7 | 4 |
| 8 | 1 |
| 9 | 2 |
99
cards
- Creature 29
- Instant 8
- Sorcery 8
- Artifact 12
- Enchantment 6
- Planeswalker 1
- Land 35
| Card type | Cards |
|---|---|
| Creature | 29 |
| Instant | 8 |
| Sorcery | 8 |
| Artifact | 12 |
| Enchantment | 6 |
| Planeswalker | 1 |
| Land | 35 |
Lands: 28 basic, 7 nonbasic
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