The first thirty seconds of a competitive match often dictate the entire flow and outcome of the battle.

In this guide, we will outline exactly how to seize control of the arena from the very first deployment.

Reading the Enemy Deck

Your first few plays should be dedicated entirely to figuring out what kind of deck your opponent is running.

Knowledge is power, and knowing their deck allows you to predict their moves before they even make them.

• Use skeletons or spirits to scout.
• Observe their defensive placements.
• Figure out if they are playing beatdown or bait.

Applying Instant Pressure

Sometimes, the best way to win is to overwhelm the opponent before they have time to set up their defense.

If your rush fails, you will find yourself at a massive resource deficit, facing an unstoppable counter-attack.

Transitioning to the Mid-Game

Force the opponent to make desperate, expensive plays to catch up, and then punish those mistakes easily.

Control the pace of the match from second one, and you will become an incredibly frustrating opponent to face.