The Forge All Races Guide (January 2025) Tier List, Stats, Passives, Reroll and Tips

The world of The Forge is unforgiving. Whether you’re battling bosses in dungeons or grinding for rare ores, your Race is the single most important factor in your build. It isn’t just about cosmetics; it determines your damage output, survivability, and even how fast you can farm gold.

With the massive Frostpine Update, the meta has shifted dramatically. New powerhouses like the Archangel, Vampire, and Felynx have arrived, challenging the dominance of Demons and Dragonborns that previously ruled the game.

This is your definitive guide to every single race in The Forge. We don’t just list stats; we explain how to use them to dominate the game, from the rarest Relic tier to the most strategic utility races.

How to Reroll Your Race in The Forge?

Before diving into the tier list, you need to master the art of changing your fate. You start as a Human, but you shouldn’t stay one for long if you want to compete seriously.

Step-by-Step Reroll Process:

1. Locate the Wizard: Head to the Spawn area (Island 1) or the main hub. Look for the NPC named “Wizard” standing near a magical aura or tower.
2. Understand the Cost: Rerolling requires Race Spins:
   • Robux: You can pay real money (not recommended unless you’re a whale)
   • Codes (Recommended): The developers frequently release codes that give 10-20 free spins. Always check for active codes before spending Robux
3. The Pity System: There is currently no guaranteed “pity” for Relic races, so gamble responsibly!

Pro Reroll Strategy:

Smart players don’t just reroll randomly. Follow this Role Switch Strategy to maximize your progression:

1. The Mining Phase: Roll for Dwarf. Spend a few hours just mining ores and gems until you have a massive stockpile
2. The Shopping Phase: Once you have the cash, roll for Goblin. Buy all your endgame weapons, armor, and upgrades with the 12% discount
3. The Combat Phase: Finally, spend your remaining spins to land on Demon, Archangel, or Angel for endgame content

The Forge Race Tier List (Frostpine Update)

Here’s the definitive ranking based on overall utility in Combat (PvE/PvP) and Progression. This tier list reflects the current meta after the Frostpine Update changes.

Tier	Rarity	Races	Best For…
S+	Relic (0.1%)	Archangel	Everything (The God Build)
S	Mythical (0.5%)	Demon, Angel	Pure DPS & Survival
A	Legendary (1.25%)	Dragonborn, Minotaur, Felynx, Golem	Tanking, Berserking, & Speed
B	Epic (4-7%)	Vampire, Shadow	Sustain & Evasion
Utility	Special	Dwarf, Goblin	Mining & Shopping (Economy)
C	Rare/Uncommon	Orc, Undead, Elf	Early Game Progression
D	Common	Human, Zombie	Testing & Hard Mode

Relic Tier (0.1% Chance) – The Pinnacle of Power

The absolute pinnacle of power. If you roll this, lock it immediately without hesitation.

1. Archangel (NEW)

Visuals: Massive glowing white wings, a halo, and a divine aura that makes other players stop and stare.

Role: Hybrid DPS + Mobility God

The Breakdown: The Archangel was added in the Winter Update and immediately broke the game balance. It combines the mobility of an Angel with the damage of a Demon, creating the most versatile race in the game.

Detailed Stats:

• Wings: -35% Dash Cooldown, +75% Dash Distance, +15% Longer Dash IFrames, +25% Movement Speed, +25% Jump Boost, +25% Stamina
• Demonic Powers: +20% Physical Damage and +20% Attack Speed
• Trail of Judgement: Dashing leaves a trail of holy fire dealing 45% weapon damage per second for 3 seconds
• Mighty Clover: +30% Luck – the only combat race that effectively helps you farm rare drops
• Archangel’s Smite: 33% chance to summon a beam of light on attack

Verdict: The best race in the game, bar none. Perfect for every weapon type and playstyle. If you get Archangel, you’ve essentially won the race lottery.

Mythical Tier (0.5% Chance) – Legends of the Battlefield

These races dominate the meta and are what most players aspire to obtain.

2. Demon

Visuals: Red skin, large horns, fire particle effects that make you look like you walked out of hell itself.

Role: Pure DPS King

The Breakdown: Before the Archangel, the Demon was the undisputed ruler. It focuses entirely on hurting the enemy as much as possible, with multiple damage-dealing abilities that stack beautifully.

Detailed Stats:

• Demonic Powers: +20% Physical Damage, +20% Attack Speed, +20% Movement Speed, +20% Fire Damage, +30% Height, +10% Width & Depth
• Devil Finger: Your dash teleports you and has a 20% chance to create a hellfire circle dealing 45% weapon damage/second for 3 seconds
• Cursed Aura: Passively burns nearby enemies for 10% damage/sec during combat
• Backfire: When you take damage, you have a 25% chance to burn the attacker

Best Rune Combo: Flaming Spark (amplifies your fire damage buffs)

Verdict: If you only care about seeing big damage numbers and melting bosses, Demon is still a top-tier choice that excels in pure DPS scenarios.

3. Angel

Visuals: White feathered wings with a holy aura that gives you an angelic presence.

Role: The Ultimate Survivor

The Breakdown: Angel is often underestimated because it lacks raw damage buffs compared to Demon, but its survival kit is insane. Perfect for solo players who need to outlast difficult content.

Detailed Stats:

• Wings: -20% Dash Cooldown, +50% Dash Distance, +15% Longer Dash IFrame, +20% Movement Speed, +25% Jump Boost, +20% Stamina
• Holy Hand: When your HP drops below 20%, you gain Infinite Stamina – this allows you to dash/dodge forever to escape death
• Smite: 50% chance to deal bonus Holy damage (30% of physical damage) on hit
• Mighty Clover: +30% Luck boost for better drop rates

Verdict: Excellent for solo players who need to survive difficult boss fights without a healer. The infinite stamina ability is game-changing for learning boss mechanics.

Legendary Tier (1.25% – 1.75% Chance) – Specialized Fighters

These races excel in specific niches and can outperform S-tier races in the right situations.

4. Felynx (NEW)

Visuals: Cat ears and a tail with agile, feline movements.

Role: The Rogue / Speedster

The Breakdown: Another addition from the Winter Update. Felynx changes the gameplay feel entirely, focusing on speed and parrying rather than raw stats.

Detailed Stats:

• Cat Reflexes: 20% chance to auto-parry attacks (completely negates damage)
• Lightfooted: +20% Movement Speed & Stamina, -20% Dash Cooldown, +20% Dash Distance
• Clawed Grip: Grants +20% Attack Speed and Damage if you use Gauntlet weapons

Verdict: If you love fast-paced combat or use Gauntlets, Felynx is S-Tier for you. The parry ability makes it incredibly forgiving for aggressive playstyles.

5. Dragonborn

Visuals: Reptilian skin, horns, tail with draconic features.

Role: Tanky DPS

The Breakdown: The most balanced fighter in the game. Great health pool and consistent damage over time with no major drawbacks.

Detailed Stats:

• Dragon’s Breath: 40% chance to inflict Burn (DoT) on hit, dealing 30% weapon damage/second for 3 seconds
• Durable Scales: +20% Max Health and +10% Height
• Sharp Fangs: +12% Physical Damage

Verdict: The perfect race for players who want to deal good damage while staying alive. No complex mechanics to worry about – just solid performance.

6. Minotaur

Visuals: Bull head/horns, massive body size that makes you intimidating.

Role: Berserker

The Breakdown: High risk, high reward. Amazing for players who like to live on the edge and maximize damage at low health.

Detailed Stats:

• Bull’s Fury: When HP < 50%, you enter Rage Mode (+30% Damage & Speed)
• Beast: You are huge (+20% Health, +10% Height, +20% Width & Depth) but slower (-10% Speed & Stamina)

Verdict: Perfect for specific builds that focus on dropping to low health for maximum damage. Not recommended for beginners but devastating in the right hands.

7. Golem

Visuals: Made of rock, larger hit box with earthy textures.

Role: Super Tank

The Breakdown: The best race for “tanking” raid bosses for your team. Pure defensive power with damage reduction.

Detailed Stats:

• Stone Heart: 50% chance to reduce incoming damage by 25%
• Tank: +30% Health & Size but -10% Movement Speed
• Heavy Hitter: +15% Attack Speed for Heavy Weapons

Best Rune Combo: Drain Edge and Chill Dust for maximum sustain and enemy debuffing

Verdict: The ultimate team player. While your damage might be lower, you’ll survive hits that would one-shot other races.

Epic Tier (4% – 7% Chance) – Solid Mid-Tier Options

These races offer unique mechanics that can be surprisingly effective in specific situations.

8. Vampire (NEW)

Visuals: Pale skin, red eyes with a gothic aesthetic.

Role: Sustain / Lifesteal

The Breakdown: Lifesteal is a rare stat in The Forge. This race allows you to grind indefinitely without buying potions.

Detailed Stats:

• Bloodthirst: Grants +15% Lifesteal on all attacks
• Blade Adept: +10% damage with Straight Swords

Best Rune Combo: Drain Edge to stack even more lifesteal

Verdict: Surprisingly strong when built correctly. The ability to heal through damage makes it perfect for long grinding sessions and difficult boss fights.

9. Shadow

Visuals: Dark, shadowy aura with ethereal appearance.

Role: Evasion

The Breakdown: A “glass cannon” race. Hard to use, but fun for PvP and players who love high-risk gameplay.

Detailed Stats:

• Phantom Step: 15% chance to turn into a shadow and dodge an attack when hit
• Shadow Pact: +10% Attack Speed, +15% Movement Speed, +5% Physical Damage, +10% Stamina, -10% Health

Verdict: Not recommended for beginners but incredibly rewarding for skilled players who can master the timing-based gameplay.

10. Dwarf (Economy Specialist)

Visuals: Short stature with mining equipment.

Role: The Miner

The Breakdown: DO NOT FIGHT WITH THIS. Switch to Dwarf only when you need to farm materials for crafting, then switch back to a combat race.

Detailed Stats:

• Gifted Miner: +15% Mining Damage and +5% Better Forge
• Critical Mining: 20% chance to deal +50% damage to ores
• Heavy Short: -20% Height and -5% Movement Speed

Verdict: Essential for serious crafters. The mining bonuses will save you hours of grinding for rare materials.

Rare & Uncommon Tier (8% – 15% Chance) – Don’t Sleep on These

These are excellent starters and can carry you through early to mid-game content.

11. Goblin (Economy Specialist)

Visuals: Small, green skin with sneaky appearance.

Role: The Shopper

The Breakdown: The smartest players use Goblin just before buying expensive gear (like the Tycoon kit or high-tier pickaxes) to save millions of Gold.

Detailed Stats:

• Bargain: 12% Discount in Shops
• Sneaky: +15% Movement Speed and +10% Dagger Attack Speed
• Tiny: -15% Max Health and -15% Size

Verdict: The most economically strategic race in the game. Use it wisely and you’ll save millions over time.

12. Undead

Visuals: Skeletal features / Greenish tint with undead appearance.

Role: Budget Survival

The Breakdown: Extremely forgiving for new players learning boss patterns.

Detailed Stats:

• Second Chance: If your HP drops below 10%, you instantly heal for 50% (5-minute Cooldown)
• Fragile Bones: -12% Health
• Sharp Surface: Reflects 10% incoming damage

Verdict: The perfect training wheels race. The safety net can save you from countless deaths while learning difficult content.

13. Elf

Visuals: Pointed ears with graceful appearance.

Role: Early Game Ranger

The Breakdown: Actually better than some Epics for exploration. The speed boost helps you travel between islands quickly before you get a mount.

Detailed Stats:

• Agility: +15% Movement Speed
• Eagle Eye: +10% Damage with Bows/Range weapons
• Superior Genes: +15% Stamina and +5% Height
• Glorious: +7% Luck

Verdict: Surprisingly viable for exploration and early-game progression. The movement speed bonus is invaluable before you unlock fast travel options.

Common Tier (The Starters) – Upgrade Immediately

The default settings. Aim to upgrade immediately as these offer minimal benefits.

14. Zombie

Visuals: Green skin with undead appearance.

Role: Meat Shield

Stats: +15% Health, but -10% Speed, +2% Health Regeneration every 5 seconds, -25% Max Health

Verdict: Good for tanking a few hits early on, but the slowness is painful and severely impacts your farming efficiency.

15. Human

Visuals: Standard Roblox avatar.

Role: The Baseline

Stats: +3% Luck and +3% Extra XP

Verdict: The control group. Human is only useful if you want to test the raw damage of a weapon without any racial modifiers interfering, or for the slight XP boost during early leveling.

Advanced Race Strategies and Pro Tips

Race Switching Meta

Top players don’t stick to one race forever. Here’s the optimal progression:

1. Early Game (Levels 1-30): Start with Elf for movement speed and exploration
2. Mining Phase: Switch to Dwarf for resource gathering
3. Shopping Phase: Use Goblin for major purchases
4. Combat Phase: Finally settle on Demon, Archangel, or Angel for endgame content

Best Race for Each Weapon Type:

• Gauntlets: Felynx (massive damage bonus)
• Straight Swords: Vampire (lifesteal + damage bonus)
• Heavy Weapons: Golem (attack speed bonus)
• Bows/Range: Elf (damage bonus)
• Daggers: Goblin (attack speed bonus)

PvP Considerations:

• 1v1: Angel (infinite stamina for dodging)
• Group Fights: Demon (AoE damage pressure)
• Capture the Flag: Felynx (speed + parry)
• Survival Modes: Vampire (sustain through lifesteal)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best race in The Forge?

The Archangel is currently the best race in The Forge due to its combination of Demon’s damage output and Angel’s mobility, plus the unique +30% Luck bonus. However, it’s extremely rare at 0.1% drop rate.

How do I get more race spins?

You can get race spins through:

• Codes: Follow the official The Forge Twitter account for regular code releases
• Purchases: Buy with Robux (not recommended for most players)
• Events: Participate in special events for free spins

Should I keep a low-tier race?

Only if it serves a specific purpose. Keep Dwarf for mining sessions and Goblin for shopping trips. Otherwise, always aim for higher rarity races for combat.

What’s the easiest way to get a good race?

Focus on codes and events. The developers regularly release codes that give 10-20 free spins. Save these spins and use them during events that might have increased drop rates.

Can I change races back and forth?

Yes, but each reroll costs spins. Smart players plan their race changes around specific activities (mining, shopping, combat) to maximize efficiency.

Do races affect weapon drops?

Only Archangel and Angel provide Luck bonuses that affect all drops. Other races don’t directly impact drop rates, though better combat performance means more efficient farming.

Final Recommendations

Based on your playstyle, here are my top recommendations:

For New Players:

Start with Elf for exploration, then work toward Undead for the safety net while learning boss mechanics.

For Casual Players:

Dragonborn offers the best balance of damage and survivability without complex mechanics.

For Hardcore Players:

Grind for Archangel or Demon. These races offer the highest damage potential and will carry you through the hardest content.

For Farmers/Crafters:

Keep Dwarf and Goblin as utility races. Switch between them based on whether you’re mining or shopping.

For PvP Enthusiasts:

Angel for survival in 1v1, Demon for group fights, or Felynx if you love high-skill gameplay.

Remember that the best race ultimately depends on your playstyle and current goals. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different races using the Role Switch Strategy – it’s what separates good players from great ones in The Forge.

For more information about The Forge, check out our comprehensive guides on The Forge weapons, all ores, and totems. Stay updated with the latest patch notes to keep up with the evolving meta!

This guide will be updated regularly with each new update and balance change. Bookmark this page and check back often for the latest race tier rankings and strategies!