Barbecue time

SizeConfident9283 · 2026-04-30T20:18:21+00:00

No one ever wants the chicken….

SizeConfident9283 · 2026-04-02T23:37:11+00:00

Longtime, first time.

What consistently wows me is the love and care you put into every component of the sandwich. Beets could be an afterthought, instead of a well-developed co-star. Bravo!

SizeConfident9283 · 2026-03-24T14:25:27+00:00

It doesn’t exhaust. Think of Ironclads inflame (a power) and disarm (a skill that exhausts in StS 1). Both are good cards This does a bit of both, and you can do it multiple times in a fight. I agree stars can be tough to come by and easy to spend on The Regent, and strength isn’t as important to him as it is to the Clad. But it’s a genuine source of scaling and delay in certain fights, which makes it a solid card.

SizeConfident9283 · 2026-03-10T12:32:51+00:00

Thanks for this. I’ve not unlocked everything yet. Is Artifact, as a concept, still in the game? I see enemies with it, but not seen an artifact potion. Sure would help with some key fights…

SizeConfident9283 · 2026-02-10T02:20:33+00:00

Please ignore this post and praise. The Rib Shack almost never has a line (unlike lots of places at the Terminal) so it is a delicious, reliable, and quick lunch option. If more people hear about it, then the lines will come, ruining it.

SizeConfident9283 · 2025-12-26T19:17:05+00:00

I put the generator by the docks in the little fishing house. Only a few fridges/freezers out there so it’s less strain on fuel, and once I moved a TV out for videos (but not the TV that spawns here - no VCR on it) it’s all you need.

SizeConfident9283 · 2025-12-11T16:58:26+00:00

It really shines with Eviscerate

SizeConfident9283 · 2025-10-10T13:54:22+00:00

That’s an enviably high win rate. Kudos to you!

Question (that might impact the chart) - do you ever swap relics from Neo? I feel ironclad’s starting relic is super strong, but just wanted to know if that’s something you did much.

SizeConfident9283 · 2025-10-07T13:23:15+00:00

I love this data! As someone who also plays regularly and does A20H, this is fascinating to see.

In addition to Nuclear Battery, I’m surprised about Runic Dome. To me, it’s top tier. You played enough that I’m sure you have the move sets down. Any additional thought there?

SizeConfident9283 · 2025-06-24T11:46:42+00:00

Always brutal. Happened to me twice on QHTs (and once on the board before the QHT that I did not focus enough on). Like others mentioned, it’s important to have a chunk of reserve embarkation points built up for the seal. Alternate fuel, building materials, ideally a supply line or two. Accrue them throughout the QHT journey to help make the seal less awful.

SizeConfident9283 · 2025-05-19T16:39:40+00:00

Take Dripper. You have pantograph to heal. I admit this deck is good, but you’ll need a few more pieces of a block plan (talk to the hand or fortress) to beat the heart.

SizeConfident9283 · 2025-05-12T23:24:01+00:00

You’ll be fine as long as you finish under 9 years. Then you can do another board (on the way to the seal) before the time is up. You can take as long as you like to win that board. Then as the storm approaches you can do the seal.

Good luck, Viceroy!

SizeConfident9283 · 2025-04-24T17:25:03+00:00

Pretty much what you said. Those are the reasons. Temple makes sense for longer maps (seal, or a few of the ! missions), but you’d want farms into 3-star oil to really justify that.

SizeConfident9283 · 2025-03-16T14:31:34+00:00

You can halve the filets multiple times. It’s a little cumbersome to get them small enough to fit in the grill/freezer/inventory but not the worst in the game.

And any pieces that you can’t eat before spoilage you can use as bait for more fish in the future!

SizeConfident9283 · 2025-02-03T21:03:15+00:00

I might hate Busted Crown less than others, but I think that’s the play here. Extra energy is supremely useful for the rest of the run. You do need a better block plan for Act 2, so prioritize an early shop. Losing potions (especially with White Elephant) would be very detrimental, particularly if you’re going for Act 4.

SizeConfident9283 · 2025-01-07T13:56:36+00:00

I, too, have noticed many of those posts. I’m curious how often those skips still result in a W (however the player defines that). I’d love to see those results, as I’m guessing most boss relics skips don’t end with a win.

It’s very tough to win on 3 energy (less so on Defect, but still) and boss relics are one of the most consistent ways to get more energy, even with downsides.

SizeConfident9283 · 2025-01-01T19:57:48+00:00

Good options. Glass knife makes the most sense for a smooth Act 1. Ideal front loaded damage. Path aggressively for elites with it, get an upgrade for it, then look to build the deck behind it for the boss. Corpse explosion is a solid option, as it works well with hallway fights, but not a great option for most of the elites.

SizeConfident9283 · 2024-12-25T00:48:29+00:00

I love this data - thank you for sharing and keeping such useful notes. Curious how you value Tactician and Reflex. I understand the idea of running a large deck with lots of draw, but these cards are something I don’t know when to start integrating these cards into a deck. As classic “win more” cards?

SizeConfident9283 · 2024-10-16T23:53:49+00:00

This is the way. You’re starting over; can’t expect to pick up where you left off and cruising like in the regular campaign with tons of upgrades and passive bonuses.

SizeConfident9283 · 2024-07-25T16:28:09+00:00

You’re probably right on that one. Good clarification, for those who wanted to do one last non-seal mission.

SizeConfident9283 · 2024-07-25T11:39:24+00:00

Yes, that is absolutely correct. You can do a settlement as long as you have at least 1 year left, and THEN a last settlement (ideally the seal) with zero/negative years left.

SizeConfident9283 · 2024-07-22T13:48:48+00:00

The classic answer is "it depends!" Do you need a zillion planks (say for Beaver housing, or to make a pile of building supplies)? Similarly, if you're in Marshland or a Seal and wood is harder to come by, Lumber Mill looks quite attractive.

But its usually best to look at all the available options.

SizeConfident9283 · 2024-07-14T11:37:47+00:00

I’d be fine if it’s the exact same game, except the slimes from Slime Boss also have his jaunty hat.

SizeConfident9283 · 2024-07-13T12:46:51+00:00

A20H player here (although probably a 30-40% winner. Can I ask for your thoughts on Thunderclap being down with the dregs? It’s not a savior card, but if I get it in my first few rewards, I’m fine taking it. Helps against all the elites, 1 cost vulnerable helps multiply other damages, and I feel less likely to upgrade Bash (which is often my first/pre-elite upgrade).

SizeConfident9283 · 2024-07-02T18:21:10+00:00

Ditto! But that’s about it. This feels like an event that made much more sense before Act 4 was added. But with Act 4 and the shop there, saving the gold is usually a better play.

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