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Advanced Strategy

Concepts for experienced players looking to improve consistency

1

Deck Archetypes Over Individual Cards

A mediocre card that fits your archetype is better than a great card that doesn't. Synergy beats raw power.

2

Damage vs. Scaling

Act 1: raw damage. Act 2: start scaling. Act 3+: pure scaling wins. Adapt your drafting priorities.

3

Path Planning

Plan your path through each act before starting. Consider your HP, deck strength, and whether you need shops, campfires, or elites.

4

Energy Management

Cards that generate energy (or cost 0) are high priority. An extra energy per turn is roughly +25% more plays.

5

Know When to Upgrade vs. Rest

Upgrading a key card is usually better than healing. Key upgrades can prevent more damage than the heal restores.

6

Boss Relic Swaps

Trading your starting relic for a boss relic at the start is high risk, high reward. Evaluate based on which character you're playing.

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