If you’re diving into The Forge on Roblox, you already know that pickaxes are the absolute backbone of your progression. As someone who’s spent countless hours mining every ore and testing every pickaxe in the game, I’m here to give you the most comprehensive guide you’ll find anywhere. Whether you’re just starting with your Stone Pickaxe or grinding for that elusive Demonic Pickaxe, this guide will show you exactly which pickaxes are worth your hard-earned gold and how to get them.
In this complete guide, I’ll break down every single pickaxe available in The Forge May 2026, their exact stats, where to find them, and most importantly – which ones you should actually buy to save time and maximize your mining efficiency. No more wasting gold on useless upgrades!
| Pickaxe | Mine Power | Mining Speed | Luck Boost | Rune Slots | Cost | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Pickaxe | 4 | 0% | +0% | 0 | Free | Starting Pickaxe |
| Bronze Pickaxe | 7 | 0% | +0% | 0 | $150 | Miner Fred’s Shop (Stonewake’s Cross) |
| Iron Pickaxe | 10 | 0% | +5% | 0 | $500 | Miner Fred’s Shop (Stonewake’s Cross) |
| Golden Pickaxe | 16 | 0% | +15% | 1 | $1,500 | Miner Fred’s Shop (Stonewake’s Cross) |
| Stonewake’s Pickaxe | 33 | -30% | +10% | 1 | $3,333 | Inner Cave (Stonewake’s Cross) |
| Platinum Pickaxe | 24 | 0% | +25% | 2 | $4,400 | Miner Fred’s Shop (Stonewake’s Cross) |
| Cobalt Pickaxe | 36 | 0% | +35% | 2 | $10,000 | Miner Fred’s Shop (Forgotten Kingdom) |
| Titanium Pickaxe | 55 | 0% | +38% | 2 | $22,500 | Miner Fred’s Shop (Forgotten Kingdom) |
| Uranium Pickaxe | 67 | 0% | +41% | 2 | $37,500 | Miner Fred’s Shop (Forgotten Kingdom) |
| Mythril Pickaxe | 80 | 0% | +43% | 2 | $67,500 | Miner Fred’s Shop (Forgotten Kingdom) |
| Lightite Pickaxe | 100 | +30% | +45% | 1 | $98,500 | Miner Fred’s Shop (Forgotten Kingdom) |
| Arcane Pickaxe | 115 | +10% | +50% | 3 | $125,000 | Fallen Angel’s Cave |
| Magma Pickaxe | 135 | 0% | +46% | 2 | $150,000 | Ashen Passage (next to Amber) |
| Demonic Pickaxe | 175 | -15% | +47.5% | 3 | $500,000 | Demonic Altar (Volcanic Depths) |
Stats: Mine Power 175, Mining Speed -15%, Luck Boost +47.5%, Rune Slots 3
Cost: $500,000
Location: Demonic Pickaxe Altar inside the Volcanic Depths
The Demonic Pickaxe is hands-down the most powerful pickaxe in The Forge May 2026. With an insane 175 Mine Power and nearly 50% Luck Boost, this tool will make you feel like a mining god. The -15% Mining Speed is a small price to pay for such incredible power.
How to Get It: You’ll need to reach the Volcanic Depths area and find the Demonic Pickaxe Altar. This requires progressing through the entire game, so don’t expect to get this early on. The $500,000 price tag means you’ll need to do some serious grinding first.
Pro Tip: Save up for this pickaxe as your endgame goal. The 3 Rune Slots make it incredibly versatile for any mining situation you might encounter.
Stats: Mine Power 115, Mining Speed +10%, Luck Boost +50%, Rune Slots 3
Cost: $125,000
Location: Fallen Angel’s Cave
The Arcane Pickaxe is my personal favorite and arguably the best value pickaxe in the game. With the highest Luck Boost at +50% and a positive Mining Speed bonus, you’ll be finding rare ores like never before. The 3 Rune Slots give you incredible customization options.
How to Get It: This one requires completing the Bard’s Guitar quest. Here’s exactly how to get it:
Pro Tip: This pickaxe is worth getting as soon as you can afford it. The +50% Luck Boost will significantly increase your rare ore drops, making it easier to save up for the Demonic Pickaxe.
Stats: Mine Power 135, Mining Speed 0%, Luck Boost +46%, Rune Slots 2
Cost: $150,000
Location: Beside Amber inside the Ashen Passage, next to the entrance of Volcanic Depths
The Magma Pickaxe is a powerhouse that sits between the Arcane and Demonic pickaxes in terms of raw power. With 135 Mine Power and excellent Luck Boost, it’s a fantastic mid-to-late game option.
How to Get It: Head to the Ashen Passage area in the Forgotten Kingdom. Look for NPC Amber – the Magma Pickaxe is located right beside her, next to the entrance to the Volcanic Depths.
Pro Tip: If you’re having trouble finding it, just look for the volcanic-themed area with lots of red and orange coloring. You can’t miss Amber’s location!
Stats: Mine Power 100, Mining Speed +30%, Luck Boost +45%, Rune Slots 1
Cost: $98,500
Location: Miner Fred’s Shop (Forgotten Kingdom)
The Lightite Pickaxe is all about speed. With a +30% Mining Speed bonus, you’ll be tearing through rocks faster than any other pickaxe in its tier. The 100 Mine Power and +45% Luck Boost make it a solid choice for mid-game progression.
How to Get It: Simply purchase it from Miner Fred’s Shop in the Forgotten Kingdom once you’ve unlocked that area.
Pro Tip: This is perfect for players who prefer faster mining over raw power. The speed bonus makes grinding feel much less tedious.
Stats: Mine Power 80, Mining Speed 0%, Luck Boost +43%, Rune Slots 2
Cost: $67,500
Location: Miner Fred’s Shop (Forgotten Kingdom)
The Mythril Pickaxe is the workhorse of mid-game mining. With solid stats across the board and 2 Rune Slots, it’s a reliable choice that will serve you well until you can afford the higher-tier pickaxes.
How to Get It: Available for purchase at Miner Fred’s Shop in the Forgotten Kingdom.
Pro Tip: This pickaxe is essential for mining Basalt Veins, which you’ll need to progress to the Volcanic Depths area. Don’t skip this one!
Stats: Mine Power 67, Mining Speed 0%, Luck Boost +41%, Rune Slots 2
Cost: $37,500
Location: Miner Fred’s Shop (Forgotten Kingdom)
The Uranium Pickaxe offers excellent value with its high Luck Boost and reasonable price point. It’s a great stepping stone between the early and mid-game pickaxes.
How to Get It: Purchase from Miner Fred’s Shop in the Forgotten Kingdom.
Pro Tip: The +41% Luck Boost will help you find more valuable ores, making it easier to save up for better pickaxes.
Stats: Mine Power 36, Mining Speed 0%, Luck Boost +35%, Rune Slots 2
Cost: $10,000
Location: Miner Fred’s Shop (Forgotten Kingdom)
The Cobalt Pickaxe is your first real upgrade upon reaching the Forgotten Kingdom. It’s a significant improvement over the Stonewake’s Cross pickaxes and will make mining in the new area much more efficient.
How to Get It: Buy it from Miner Fred’s Shop in the Forgotten Kingdom as soon as you arrive.
Pro Tip: This is the minimum pickaxe you’ll want for serious mining in the Forgotten Kingdom. Don’t try to use your old pickaxes here – you’ll just frustrate yourself.
Stats: Mine Power 55, Mining Speed 0%, Luck Boost +38%, Rune Slots 2
Cost: $22,500
Location: Miner Fred’s Shop (Forgotten Kingdom)
The Titanium Pickaxe sits comfortably between the Cobalt and Uranium pickaxes, offering balanced stats and good value for money.
How to Get It: Available for purchase at Miner Fred’s Shop in the Forgotten Kingdom.
Pro Tip: If you can afford to skip the Cobalt and go straight to Titanium, you’ll save yourself from having to upgrade again too quickly.
Stats: Mine Power 33, Mining Speed -30%, Luck Boost +10%, Rune Slots 1
Cost: $3,333
Location: Inner Cave (at the center, inserted in a boulder)
Stonewake’s Pickaxe is an interesting option with the highest Mine Power available in the first area, but it comes with a significant -30% Mining Speed penalty. It’s a trade-off between power and speed.
How to Get It: Go to the Inner Cave in Stonewake’s Cross. You’ll find it stuck in a boulder at the center of the cave. Press E to pick it up if you have $3,333.
Pro Tip: This pickaxe is great for breaking tough boulders but frustrating for general mining due to the speed penalty. Consider it a specialized tool rather than your main pickaxe.
Stats: Mine Power 24, Mining Speed 0%, Luck Boost +25%, Rune Slots 2
Cost: $4,400
Location: Miner Fred’s Shop (Stonewake’s Cross)
The Platinum Pickaxe is the best shop-bought option in the first area, offering good stats and 2 Rune Slots for customization.
How to Get It: Purchase from Miner Fred’s Shop in Stonewake’s Cross.
Pro Tip: This is probably your best bet for a main pickaxe in the first area. The 2 Rune Slots give you room to grow as you progress.
Stats: Mine Power 16, Mining Speed 0%, Luck Boost +15%, Rune Slots 1
Cost: $1,500
Location: Miner Fred’s Shop (Stonewake’s Cross)
The Golden Pickaxe is a decent early upgrade with a nice Luck Boost, but it’s quickly outclassed as you progress.
How to Get It: Buy it from Miner Fred’s Shop in Stonewake’s Cross.
Pro Tip: Only get this if you’re having trouble finding rare ores with the Iron Pickaxe. Otherwise, save your gold for the Platinum.
Stats: Mine Power 10, Mining Speed 0%, Luck Boost +5%, Rune Slots 0
Cost: $500
Location: Miner Fred’s Shop (Stonewake’s Cross)
The Iron Pickaxe is your first real upgrade from the starting Stone Pickaxe, offering a significant power boost and a small Luck increase.
How to Get It: Purchase from Miner Fred’s Shop in Stonewake’s Cross.
Pro Tip: This is worth getting early on as it will make your initial mining much more efficient. The +5% Luck Boost, while small, does add up over time.
Stats: Mine Power 7, Mining Speed 0%, Luck Boost +0%, Rune Slots 0
Cost: $150
Location: Miner Fred’s Shop (Stonewake’s Cross)
The Bronze Pickaxe is a minor upgrade from the starting Stone Pickaxe, but it’s not really worth the gold investment.
How to Get It: Available at Miner Fred’s Shop in Stonewake’s Cross.
Pro Tip: Skip this one and save your gold for the Iron Pickaxe instead. The upgrade isn’t significant enough to justify the cost.
Stats: Mine Power 4, Mining Speed 0%, Luck Boost +0%, Rune Slots 0
Cost: Free
Location: Given automatically when joining the game
The Stone Pickaxe is where every Forger begins their journey. It’s basic but functional for the very early game.
How to Get It: You receive this automatically when you first join The Forge.
Pro Tip: Use this just long enough to mine your first few ores and make some gold, then upgrade to the Iron Pickaxe as soon as possible.
Based on my extensive testing and research, here’s the most efficient pickaxe progression path in The Forge May 2026:
Mine Power determines how much damage your pickaxe deals to rocks per swing. Higher Mine Power means:
Pro Tip: Some rocks in later areas require specific Mine Power thresholds. Make sure you have enough power before attempting to mine them!
Mining Speed affects how quickly you can swing your pickaxe. Positive percentages make you swing faster, while negative percentages (like on Stonewake’s Pickaxe) make you swing slower.
Pro Tip: Mining Speed is personal preference. Some players prefer raw power over speed, while others hate the slow feeling of high-power, low-speed pickaxes.
Luck Boost is arguably the most important stat for long-term progression. It increases your chances of finding rare ores and better drops from rocks.
Pro Tip: Even a small Luck Boost can make a big difference over time. Prioritize pickaxes with good Luck Boost if you plan on farming for rare materials.
Rune Slots determine how many Runes you can equip on your pickaxe. Runes provide additional bonuses and can significantly enhance your pickaxe’s performance.
Pro Tip: More Rune Slots mean more customization options. A pickaxe with 3 Rune Slots can be specialized for specific tasks like speed farming or rare ore hunting.
Based on my research and testing, here are the best rune combinations for each pickaxe tier:
Demonic/Arcane Pickaxe:
Lightite Pickaxe:
Mythril Pickaxe:
Uranium Pickaxe:
Cobalt/Titanium Pickaxe:
Stonewake’s/Platinum Pickaxe:
After helping countless players optimize their pickaxe progression, I’ve noticed some common mistakes that can really slow down your progress:
Don’t feel like you need to buy every single pickaxe in the game. Many are minor upgrades that aren’t worth the gold. Stick to the optimal progression path I outlined above.
Many players focus only on Mine Power and ignore Luck Boost. This is a mistake! Higher Luck means more rare ores, which means more gold for better upgrades.
Runes can dramatically improve your pickaxe’s performance. Even basic runes like Miner Shard can make a significant difference in your ore collection rate.
The Arcane Pickaxe requires completing a quest, but it’s absolutely worth it. Don’t skip quest-based pickaxes just because they require extra effort.
Keep at least one pickaxe from each major tier. Sometimes you’ll need a specific pickaxe for certain rocks or situations.
If you want to maximize your mining efficiency:
For hunting specific rare ores:
To maximize gold income:
The Demonic Pickaxe is currently the best pickaxe in The Forge May 2026 with 175 Mine Power and +47.5% Luck Boost. However, the Arcane Pickaxe offers better value with +50% Luck Boost and positive Mining Speed at a much lower cost.
To get the Arcane Pickaxe, you need to complete the Bard’s Guitar quest:
Rune Slots allow you to equip Runes that provide additional bonuses to your pickaxe. You can add Runes by talking to the Runemaker NPC near the beach in Stonewake’s Cross. Different runes provide different benefits like increased mining speed, luck, or critical hit chance.
Generally, yes – you should sell old pickaxes once you’ve upgraded to a better one. However, I recommend keeping at least one pickaxe from each major tier (early, mid, late game) as you might need them for specific situations or rocks.
You unlock the Forgotten Kingdom by progressing through the main storyline in Stonewake’s Cross. Once you’ve forged your first set of weapons and armor, you’ll gain access to the portal tool that allows you to travel between areas.
The fastest way to earn gold is to:
No, pickaxes in The Forge do not have durability or break over time. Once you buy a pickaxe, it’s yours permanently with no maintenance required.
Mine Power determines how much damage you deal to rocks per swing, while Mining Speed affects how quickly you can swing. High Mine Power is better for tough rocks, while high Mining Speed is better for rapid farming of softer rocks.
The Demonic Pickaxe is located at the Demonic Pickaxe Altar in the Volcanic Depths. You’ll need to progress through the entire game to reach this area and have $500,000 to purchase it.
As of May 2026, there are no limited-time or event pickaxes in The Forge. All pickaxes are permanently available through regular gameplay or shop purchases.
After spending countless hours testing every pickaxe in The Forge May 2026, I can confidently say that following the progression path I’ve outlined will save you countless hours and gold. Remember that the “best” pickaxe depends on your playstyle – some players prefer speed, others prefer raw power, and some focus on Luck Boost for rare ore hunting.
The key takeaway is to be strategic about your upgrades. Don’t waste gold on minor improvements, and always be working toward your next major upgrade. Whether you’re grinding for the Demonic Pickaxe or just trying to make your first million gold, this guide should give you everything you need to succeed.
Pro Tip: Bookmark this guide and check back regularly, as I’ll update it with any new pickaxes or changes that come with future updates!
