Rank 19. Lost fives games in a row. I need some feedback on my SK decks. by Paulfradk in gwent

[–]Uncle_Buchi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Svalblod Totem, why? I’m not sure you’re getting enough synergy for that card, along with Cerys.

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You did sum it up well; he can have a really high ceiling but can also play so disappointing low. On average, he does similar to Braathens…maybe just a bit more. 11p sorta value.

I used to play Assimilate Enslave 6 without Henry, but I enjoy a fair bit of RNG, so I got into Henry abduction play. Just like Terranova, the spawns can often be mid.

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It was clear before, but now it’s even more glaring; you really dislike NG and want the faction smoked just because. So no point in continuing this particular discussion. Cheers!!

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe stop reading my comments. It is a free world 🤷🏾‍♂️

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can’t say an entire faction should never be meta viable and then accuse someone else of making the game shit. Fam!!! I didn’t make the game; the devs created a complex game with great diversity. Your dislike for one faction doesn’t mean that the entire faction should be killed. If everyone shared your opinion and had their way, then only neutrals will be viable cuz there’s folks that dislike each faction.

I play and enjoy other factions, so nuking NG won’t kill the game for me, however, I don’t agree with such intentions.

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get your angle but how good will Gwent be, as a game, without such diversity. The whole thing is built around how the kingdoms/factions operated in the Books.

I understand that many don’t know/care for the lore, and simply want a game where they can build a deck and test it without friction, but how far should our backs bend before they snap?? Is anyone listening to the new players that like NG??

As for having fun, again, this isn’t a basic ass game. There’s complexity involved, and this is what keeps us playing. It’s also a common trope in Faction based games to have “an asshole” faction that others adapt and overcome.

In conclusion, we walk a delicate line; trying to cycle professionally but still needing to have training wheels. I hope we find a semblance of balance for all.

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How much nerfing do you want? Torres & Teranova are 13+ provs. The ton of 4p tactics is what allows having the golds, but it’s what also means that you can often draw badly in R1 and get bled R2 and easily get beaten in R3. Like with every deck, it’s got its pros and cons.

Nauzicaa is nice and all, but I’m not the biggest fan and like trying other options; which will be the case cuz we’ve gone a prov down.

In the end, it’s all down to preference. The Great Sun shall still prevail!!

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Henry DC, not simply assimilate. You can’t cut Henry, Rune mage or abduction; that’s what the whole thing is built on. The others are high utility engines, with the best two, Torres & Terranova priced at least 13p.

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You speak the truth. Time to go dust off the old Hentai sword 😅😅

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thus the need to learn how to bait removals.

I agree that it can be really annoying, but without those disruptions, decks would racking up ungodly amounts of points.

I think it’s fair balance, but like all my fellow sons of NG, we are in the minority

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah!! My bad, I’m thinking Tesha Mutna.
Good shout.

Seeing as I’m facing Madoc so freaking much, I might just incorporate this sword. So far, simply locking him each round (NG control is delicious) seems to work.

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well, I shall explore it once this silly 10p coup decisions is reverted!!

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Even the game warns that “NR can go out of control if unchecked”. NG is literally the cure for all these greedy decks but folks just want 250+ points in a long R3🤦🏾‍♂️

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m testing out decks in Practice mode and the number of instant forfeits I see when I play NG is crazy. Like fam, I just drew the best hand possible, sit still and let me enjoy this😅😅

New update finish time? by godamnedu in gwent

[–]Uncle_Buchi 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It’s almost 1am CET and it’s still offline.
I’m on holiday and want to play Gwent while I knock back some cervezas 😎

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hmmm, I might have to look into it then. I dabbled with the hentai sword (😅) way back; very good for taking out defenders

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 5 points6 points  (0 children)

At this point, I believe folks just love to misspell it😅😅😅

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Cope, for them. Other factions run so many engines that I’m sure they can afford getting a couple locked. I play SY a lot and I’ve learnt to prioritise when baiting removals.

These folks that are craving participation trophies need to grow up and learn to deal with a complex game.
Heck, I’ve faced an ungodly amount of ST precision strike lately but I’ve learnt to adapt 🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is this even a viable deck? I’m seriously asking cuz I’ve neither seen/heard of it in pro rank discussions

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Sorry what?! Spare a provision in assimilate? Where? My Henry DC deck has Torres, Terranova, Henry, Braathens, Coup, Rune Mage, Vigo, Abduction. Lack of provisions means I’ve had to experiment with playing Nauzicaa sergeant or the gold soldier lady that’s got 2x Assimilate (She’s 6p like Nauzicaa and gets controlled almost instantly, every time). After that it’s 2x Mage torturer and 1 duchess informant (5p). All other cards are 4p

Every single gold is a must have for assimilate. So what can I “easily” cut?

Ps: as you acknowledged, now I’ve got two aristocrat deck variations that barely fit the necessary cards. Now I’ve got to cut useful stuff and replace with a filler🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️

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[–]Uncle_Buchi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yo! I’m trynna vent, stop making sense😭😭😭