The presence of luck-based mechanics in a strategy game can be both a blessing and a massive frustration.
However, it still exists in subtle ways that can completely alter the outcome of a very close match.
Initial Deck Shuffling
Your starting hand is entirely random, which can immediately put you at a massive disadvantage against an aggressive opening.
Once the initial hand is played, the rotation becomes fixed, and pure skill and memory take over.
- Flexibility is a skill.
- Remove the guesswork from the mid-game.
- It prevents matches from feeling perfectly scripted.
The Unpredictable AI
Sometimes a unit will retarget unexpectedly due to a micro-movement by another troop, completely ruining your defensive setup.
To counter this, veterans always place defensive buildings in exactly the same specific tiles to guarantee consistent pulls.
| Game Style | Level of Luck |
|---|---|
| Drafting Games | Extremely High - Relies entirely on shop rolls and item drops |
| Standard Tower Rush | Very Low - Only the starting hand is randomized |
Accepting Randomness
The best competitors accept the chaos, focus on what they can control, and outplay the opponent regardless.
Focus on improving your timing and placement, and let the RNG sort itself out in the long run.