The card that single-handedly made Lifecoach quit Hearthstone in favor of Gwent, as soon as the card was revealed. Not even released yet at that point.
I play Hearthstone and Magic: Arena so, like you, I really don't have time for two card games, never mind three. O_o
But I do play Runeterra on occasion and it is a nice change of pace. I'm completely FtP, because I definitely don't have money for three card games!
To answer your question, it depends on your deck and your opponent's deck (obviously) but I would rather have a longer back and forth game than a quick aggro/"you're dead" game. I'm probably in the minority here and longer games could be an issue, especially if you don't have a lot of time.
Anyway, I would d/l it if you get a chance. You could always try it and if it doesn't work for you, nothing lost (except time, but no one has enough of that anyway...LOL).
Fair enough, but if 'Black' cards in Magic have NO bearing on 'Black' people (in the real world), then the name Cleanse shouldn't matter.
I do agree with your assertion regarding "...the idea of ethnic cleansing," but if the card was still named Cleanse and it destroyed all red creatures, for example, I don't think it would be addressed by WotC. Once again, 'Black' cards are NOT 'Black' people, just like 'White' cards are NOT 'White' People.
I guess we can agree to disagree however. I can also understand that if any card offends (or may offend) people, then maybe WotC should err on the side of caution. I just wonder where we, as a society, stop with banning and suppression.
Im more persuaded by the argument that the actual colors in this world should in no way depict, equate, or be associated with any race, religion or gender.
I tend to agree. My confusion with the bans is regarding "white" and "black" creatures being analogous to white and black people?
IMHO, "Destroy all black creatures" in no way means 'destroy all black people' (or, in the context of MtG, destroy all black Humans)? Right?
The black and white is part of the Magic 'color pie,' NOT representing the color of the creatures' skin color.
edit: If this is the case, then ALL cards that say destroy 'white' and/or 'black' creatures should be banned.
BTW, I am not confusing this with some of the names/words used on these cards or the artwork. My contention is just in regards to colors in the Magic color pie and how that relates (it doesn't in my opinion) to Human (MtG term) skin color.
I have to agree. In the past, it seemed to take forever to get some balance changes. At least now the changes are quicker and to me it shows that while the nerfs may not fix everything, at least Blizzard is trying.
As almost everyone has already said numerous times, DH was just silly in the beginning. Anyway, I'm happy I held on to my Golden copies of Priestess of Fury.
I believe that when I last logged in and looked, it said "releases in 5 weeks," so June 10th should be right on schedule. I know they're trying to spread things out, but when you show "Coming Soon" and it releases about 2 months* later...
I guess Blizz and I have different opinions on what Coming Soon™ means ; )
*It's said "Coming Soon" since the Prologue released O_o
Here are my 5 (in no particular order). Disclaimer: I tend to like a certain "type" of card as opposed to specific individual cards, although I have a couple I like.
The Triomes: I love multi-colored cards and will generally use a 3-color deck even if it's "worse" than a 2-color. These lands help to generate (albeit one turn later) the necessary mana.
The Ultimatums: Tri-color...LOL. Assuming you're able to pull it off, I enjoy big payoff cards. If one gets countered for a couple mana, I'll probably rage quit on the spot : /
Any card w/ split mana costs: e.g. Alert Heedbonder, Fiend Artisan, etc. Once again, the more colors the better : ) I just like the color options when casting, plus I think the split mana symbols look cool ; )
Kogla: I like this card mainly for the 1G mana. Very flavorful!
Narset: Her +1 ability allows you to choose from 3 different mana. Do we see a pattern here? LOL. I also like the -2 ability as it feels like there is a nice trade-off between dealing more damage, but losing a higher mana-cost card (obviously) which could help to generate a nice late game threat.
Well here they are. Good luck to everyone in the competition!
EDIT: I wanted to add that I just bought a Godzilla code on ebay this morning. Therefore if my name is selected, could you give the code to someone else. Thank you.
I've been using the solo adventures (NOT the Practice mode, btw) to level up DH to 24 so far. However I have not had any luck using that method for the last two days now. Not really a big deal since we'll have the full expansion in ~24 hours. Was nice to start the level up "ahead of time" but oh well. Looking forward to tomorrow.
But...can you imagine if they said, "Uh, we're not sure who released the info you saw on Polygon, but someone made all that up. Anyway, we still have some great reveals for you..."
Although, that would be ALOT of stuff to create IF it's BS. I'm hoping it's real. Did I mention that I cannot wait?
To be fair, HS has improved A LOT in terms of communication with their players; but since their interaction was basically zero before, I don't know how much of an "improvement" this really is : /
Thanks for the quick answer. I wasn't sure if it was still played, updated, etc.
The card that single-handedly made Lifecoach quit Hearthstone in favor of Gwent, as soon as the card was revealed. Not even released yet at that point.
Is Gwent even a game anymore?
@BigE
I play Hearthstone and Magic: Arena so, like you, I really don't have time for two card games, never mind three. O_o
But I do play Runeterra on occasion and it is a nice change of pace. I'm completely FtP, because I definitely don't have money for three card games!
To answer your question, it depends on your deck and your opponent's deck (obviously) but I would rather have a longer back and forth game than a quick aggro/"you're dead" game. I'm probably in the minority here and longer games could be an issue, especially if you don't have a lot of time.
Anyway, I would d/l it if you get a chance. You could always try it and if it doesn't work for you, nothing lost (except time, but no one has enough of that anyway...LOL).
Releasing data. Helping players. What is this nonsense?
jk
It's very refreshing actually!
I was thinking the same thing. This seems like a lot more than the usual $80USD bundle. Damn...I hope they don't increase that price even more.
Inb4 $100 bundle O_o
So sad! My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
: (
I guess I pre-ordered the "wrong" bundle.
Fair enough, but if 'Black' cards in Magic have NO bearing on 'Black' people (in the real world), then the name Cleanse shouldn't matter.
I do agree with your assertion regarding "...the idea of ethnic cleansing," but if the card was still named Cleanse and it destroyed all red creatures, for example, I don't think it would be addressed by WotC. Once again, 'Black' cards are NOT 'Black' people, just like 'White' cards are NOT 'White' People.
I guess we can agree to disagree however. I can also understand that if any card offends (or may offend) people, then maybe WotC should err on the side of caution. I just wonder where we, as a society, stop with banning and suppression.
I tend to agree. My confusion with the bans is regarding "white" and "black" creatures being analogous to white and black people?
IMHO, "Destroy all black creatures" in no way means 'destroy all black people' (or, in the context of MtG, destroy all black Humans)? Right?
The black and white is part of the Magic 'color pie,' NOT representing the color of the creatures' skin color.
edit: If this is the case, then ALL cards that say destroy 'white' and/or 'black' creatures should be banned.
BTW, I am not confusing this with some of the names/words used on these cards or the artwork. My contention is just in regards to colors in the Magic color pie and how that relates (it doesn't in my opinion) to Human (MtG term) skin color.
2 games. Large sample size is large. Kappa.
I have to agree. In the past, it seemed to take forever to get some balance changes. At least now the changes are quicker and to me it shows that while the nerfs may not fix everything, at least Blizzard is trying.
As almost everyone has already said numerous times, DH was just silly in the beginning. Anyway, I'm happy I held on to my Golden copies of Priestess of Fury.
Soon™ ; )
I believe that when I last logged in and looked, it said "releases in 5 weeks," so June 10th should be right on schedule. I know they're trying to spread things out, but when you show "Coming Soon" and it releases about 2 months* later...
I guess Blizz and I have different opinions on what Coming Soon™ means ; )
*It's said "Coming Soon" since the Prologue released O_o
Here are my 5 (in no particular order). Disclaimer: I tend to like a certain "type" of card as opposed to specific individual cards, although I have a couple I like.
The Triomes: I love multi-colored cards and will generally use a 3-color deck even if it's "worse" than a 2-color. These lands help to generate (albeit one turn later) the necessary mana.
The Ultimatums: Tri-color...LOL. Assuming you're able to pull it off, I enjoy big payoff cards. If one gets countered for a couple mana, I'll probably rage quit on the spot : /
Any card w/ split mana costs: e.g. Alert Heedbonder, Fiend Artisan, etc. Once again, the more colors the better : ) I just like the color options when casting, plus I think the split mana symbols look cool ; )
Kogla: I like this card mainly for the 1G mana. Very flavorful!
Narset: Her +1 ability allows you to choose from 3 different mana. Do we see a pattern here? LOL. I also like the -2 ability as it feels like there is a nice trade-off between dealing more damage, but losing a higher mana-cost card (obviously) which could help to generate a nice late game threat.
Well here they are. Good luck to everyone in the competition!
EDIT: I wanted to add that I just bought a Godzilla code on ebay this morning. Therefore if my name is selected, could you give the code to someone else. Thank you.
Reflex. LOL!
I've been using the solo adventures (NOT the Practice mode, btw) to level up DH to 24 so far. However I have not had any luck using that method for the last two days now. Not really a big deal since we'll have the full expansion in ~24 hours. Was nice to start the level up "ahead of time" but oh well. Looking forward to tomorrow.
You're actually able to use DH in older Adventures such as Nax, Blackrock, League, etc. (any adventure where you can make your own deck).
Instead, just choose the DH pre-made deck that was awarded for finishing the Prologue. Taking forever to level up...I'm only at 22 : /
Awesome datamining as always. Thank you!
I hope one of the new Brawls is today. Guess we'll find out in about 45 minutes.
I cannot wait for tomorrow's big reveal!!!
But...can you imagine if they said, "Uh, we're not sure who released the info you saw on Polygon, but someone made all that up. Anyway, we still have some great reveals for you..."
Although, that would be ALOT of stuff to create IF it's BS. I'm hoping it's real. Did I mention that I cannot wait?
O_o
To be fair, HS has improved A LOT in terms of communication with their players; but since their interaction was basically zero before, I don't know how much of an "improvement" this really is : /