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Anafenza, the Foremost is a mythic Legendary Creature — Human Soldier from KTK (KTK) costing {W}{B}{G}. Current price: $0.71 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Anafenza, the Foremost MTG card

Anafenza, the Foremost

Legendary Creature — Human Soldier

Card Text

Whenever Anafenza attacks, put a +1/+1 counter on another target tapped creature you control. If a nontoken creature an opponent owns would die or a creature card not on the battlefield would be put into an opponent's graveyard, exile that card instead.

Rarely at rest on the Amber Throne, Anafenza always leads the Abzan Houses to battle.

Card Stats

4/4 mythic CMC: 3.0 KTK KTK 🎨 James Ryman

Market Prices

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$0.71
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TCGPlayer
$2.88
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Card Kingdom
$0.99
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Card Kingdom
$3.99
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Cardmarket
€0.37
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Cardmarket
€1.99
Foil
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Anafenza, the Foremost? Basics

Anafenza, the Foremost is a Legendary Creature — Human Soldier card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever Anafenza attacks, put a +1/+1 counter on another target tapped creature you control. If a nontoken creature an opponent owns would die or a creature card not on the battlefield would be put into an opponent's graveyard, exile that card instead."

How much mana does Anafenza, the Foremost cost to cast? Basics

Anafenza, the Foremost has a mana cost of {W}{B}{G}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, G, W mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Anafenza, the Foremost's mana cost of {W}{B}{G} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Anafenza, the Foremost has a mana value of 3.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Anafenza, the Foremost's current oracle text is: "Whenever Anafenza attacks, put a +1/+1 counter on another target tapped creature you control. If a nontoken creature an opponent owns would die or a creature card not on the battlefield would be put into an opponent's graveyard, exile that card instead."

What is the current price of Anafenza, the Foremost? Pricing

The current market price for Anafenza, the Foremost is approximately $0.71 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $2.88 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.37 EUR.

Where can I buy Anafenza, the Foremost? Pricing

You can purchase Anafenza, the Foremost from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Anafenza, the Foremost normal: $0.71 | foil: $2.88

Is Anafenza, the Foremost legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Anafenza, the Foremost in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Anafenza, the Foremost legal in Modern? Legality

Anafenza, the Foremost is Legal in Modern format.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Anafenza, the Foremost legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Anafenza, the Foremost is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Anafenza, the Foremost legal in Pioneer? Legality

Anafenza, the Foremost is Legal in Pioneer format.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Anafenza, the Foremost legal in Legacy? Legality

Anafenza, the Foremost is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Anafenza, the Foremost legal in Vintage? Legality

Anafenza, the Foremost is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Anafenza, the Foremost legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Anafenza, the Foremost in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Anafenza, the Foremost from? Details

This printing of Anafenza, the Foremost is from KTK (KTK), with collector number 163.

Anafenza, the Foremost may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Anafenza, the Foremost's rarity? Details

Anafenza, the Foremost is a mythic card in KTK.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Anafenza, the Foremost? Details

Anafenza, the Foremost was illustrated by James Ryman.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Anafenza, the Foremost's power and toughness? Details

Anafenza, the Foremost is a 4/4 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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