Quick Answer

Axebane Guardian is a common Creature — Human Druid from PLST (PLST) costing {2}{G}. Current price: $0.19 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Axebane Guardian MTG card

Axebane Guardian

Creature — Human Druid

Card Text

Defender {T}: Add X mana in any combination of colors, where X is the number of creatures you control with defender.

Only a worthy few are permitted within the sentient forest known as Axebane.

Card Stats

0/3 common CMC: 3.0 PLST PLST 🎨 Slawomir Maniak
Defender

Market Prices

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Axebane Guardian? Basics

Axebane Guardian is a Creature — Human Druid card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Defender {T}: Add X mana in any combination of colors, where X is the number of creatures you control with defender."

How much mana does Axebane Guardian cost to cast? Basics

Axebane Guardian has a mana cost of {2}{G}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Axebane Guardian's mana cost of {2}{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.

Axebane Guardian 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.

Axebane Guardian's current oracle text is: "Defender {T}: Add X mana in any combination of colors, where X is the number of creatures you control with defender."

What is the current price of Axebane Guardian? Pricing

The current market price for Axebane Guardian is approximately $0.19 USD on TCGPlayer.

Where can I buy Axebane Guardian? Pricing

You can purchase Axebane Guardian 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.

Is Axebane Guardian legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Axebane Guardian in Standard is not available.

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

Is Axebane Guardian legal in Modern? Legality

Axebane Guardian is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Axebane Guardian legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Axebane Guardian 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 Axebane Guardian legal in Pioneer? Legality

Axebane Guardian is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Axebane Guardian legal in Legacy? Legality

Axebane Guardian is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Axebane Guardian legal in Vintage? Legality

Axebane Guardian 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 Axebane Guardian legal in Pauper? Legality

Axebane Guardian is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Axebane Guardian from? Details

This printing of Axebane Guardian is from PLST (PLST), with collector number RTR-115.

Axebane Guardian may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Axebane Guardian's rarity? Details

Axebane Guardian is a common card in PLST.

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

Who illustrated Axebane Guardian? Details

Axebane Guardian was illustrated by Slawomir Maniak.

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

What is Axebane Guardian's power and toughness? Details

Axebane Guardian is a 0/3 creature.

Power (0) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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