Hero Power: A Hearthstone Podcast: Recent Episodes
Hero Power: A Hearthstone Podcast
For the last time, Avanties, Mattatarms, Virsica, and Zerotio gather around the hearth to discuss our favorite moments, decks, cards and more from the last 6.5 years of Hearthstone Podcasting. News and Discussion House Keeping: New Hearthstone Expansion being announced this Tuesday March 15th, a new World of Warcraft expansion being announced on April 19th … Read More →
This week we welcome the Canadian Innkeeper extraordinaire Marspad as we discuss Patch 22.4.3, Ben Lee’s recent announcement on Coin Concede and we announced the upcoming end of the Hero Power Podcast. During the play portion of the show Marspad brings us a Wild Shaman deck that is a lot of fun. News and Discussion … Read More →
This week Avanties and Zerotio discuss and breakdown the mini-set during our card review. News and Discussion Onyxia’s Lair Mini-Set is HERE! Went live Feb 15th Discussion: Do we enjoy a “Quick Drop” for Mini-Sets? If you have any questions about this deck or questions about Hearthstone in general you can email us at: HeroPowerPodcast@gmail.com … Read More →
This week Avanties and Zerotio take a look at Patch 22.2.2 and the announcement of Patch 24.0, we also take time to acknowledge that Mattatarms was right! There we said it in public are you happy now? During the play portion of the show we take another dive into post patch Battlegrounds. News and Discussion … Read More →
This week Avanties and Zerotio are joined by Mattatarms as we discuss the Patch 22.2.1 drop and the Lunar New Year event. During the play portion we check out the new Battlegrounds Buddies. News and Discussion Patch 22.2.1 Notes Discussion: Have we enjoyed the new Buddy System in BGs? Hearthstone Celebrates Lunar New Year Discussion: … Read More →Click the icon below to listen. Related Stories* The Final Episode! – Hero Power Episode 300 * Saving the best for last! – Hero Power Episode 299 * More Dots, More Dots, Okay Stop Dots! – Hero Power Episode 298
Avanties and Zerotio are back after a longer than intended break. This week we take a look at the massive news that Microsoft is buying Activision/Blizzard, and we finally get the patch 22.2 notes we have been waiting for. News and Discussion Microsoft Buying Activision/Blizzard Recent Dust Grants and Missing Cards: Blizzard Forums Post Patch … Read More →Click the icon below to listen. Related Stories* Happy Lunar New Year, Buddy! – Hero Power Episode 296 * The Final Episode! – Hero Power Episode 300 * Saving the best for last! – Hero Power Episode 299
2022 is here and Avanties and Zerotio start the new year off by reviewing patch 20.0.2 and discussing what we hope to see from Hearthstone in the new year. During the play portion of the show we check out a very fun Rune Wildfire Mage from Vicious Syndicate News and Discussion Patch 22.0.2: Live 12/20 … Read More →Click the icon below to listen. Related Stories* The Final Episode! – Hero Power Episode 300 * Saving the best for last! – Hero Power Episode 299 * More Dots, More Dots, Okay Stop Dots! – Hero Power Episode 298
This week Avanties and Zerotio breakdown the 2021 Hearthstone World Championships. During the play portion we check out a fun Demon Hunter Token deck from friend of the show DragonriderDK News and Discussion 2021 Grand Masters World Championship Semi-Finals: Glory def Gaby (3-2) and Posesi def McBanterface (3-2) Finals: Posesi def Glory (3-2) Posesi Wins … Read More →Click the icon below to listen. Related Stories* The Final Episode! – Hero Power Episode 300 * Saving the best for last! – Hero Power Episode 299 * More Dots, More Dots, Okay Stop Dots! – Hero Power Episode 298
This week on Hero Power Avanties and Zerotio take a look at the first week after release of Fractured in Alterac Valley. What decks are we playing, what are we seeing, and what if anything may already be busted and need of correction? During the play portion we check out an updated version of Handbuff … Read More →Click the icon below to listen. Related Stories* The Final Episode! – Hero Power Episode 300 * Saving the best for last! – Hero Power Episode 299 * More Dots, More Dots, Okay Stop Dots! – Hero Power Episode 298
This week Avanties and Zerotio break down Patch 22.0 and take a look at the upcoming Fractured in Alterac Valley rewards track. During the play portion of the show we check out some of the new changes in Duels. News and Discussion Patch 22.0 Notes: Live 11/30 Alterac Valley: Releases Dec 7th Battle for Alterac … Read More →Click the icon below to listen. Related Stories* More Dots, More Dots, Okay Stop Dots! – Hero Power Episode 298 * Happy New Year! – Hero Power Episode 294 * The Final Episode! – Hero Power Episode 300
`This week Avanties and Zerotio review the remaining 89 cards from Fractured in Alterac Valley. If you have any questions about this deck or questions about Hearthstone in general you can email us at: HeroPowerPodcast@gmail.com or use the Contact Us form on this site and we will answer them on the next show.Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio are excited to review the cards released so far for the new set Fractured in Alterac Valley, we also break down Patch 21.8 News and Discussion Next Set: Fractured in Alterac Valley 10 New Hero Cards (One for each class, themed as Mercenaries) New Keyword: Honorable Kill – bonus effect … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio take a look at the recently released blog post with the proposed balance changes. We also discuss the possibility of a new set being released soon. During the play portion of the show we check out the new Battlegrounds update with the inclusion of Diablo. News and Discussion Balance Patch … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio take a dive into the Patch 21.6 notes and break them down while contemplating… is there too much to do in Hearthstone right now? During the play portion we try our hand at Dual Class Arena, spoilers it is still as RNG as always. News and Discussion Deadmines is Here! … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio tear into the meat of Patch 21.6 and there is a lot to chew through including new mercenaries, new battlegrounds heroes, and of course a new mini-set of 35 cards to review! News and Discussion Patch 21.6 Notes: 11/02 Deadmines Mini-Set Launches Nov 2nd 35 Unique Cards (4 Legendary, 1 … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio take a look at Patch 21.4..4 and we discuss the Official Blizzard Mercenary Tier list released on Twitter. During the play portion of the show we roll into the Battlegrounds. News and Discussion Patch 21.4 Live Known Issues Tweet from @RidiculousHat identifies “Nerf” to Task Grinding Patch Notes: 21.4.4 Battlegrounds: … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
Mercenaries is finally here and Avanties and Zerotio give you their thoughts on the mode as well as some tips and tricks to help you excel. During the play portion we check out mercenaries PVP against one of our patrons, Marspad. News and Discussion Our Week in Hearthstone – (Avanties goes first, this is important, … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio break down the eight free mercenaries you will receive for completing the tutorial as we discuss their abilities and equipment, we also include the three mercs you get with the purchasable bundles. If you have any questions about this deck or questions about Hearthstone in general you can email us … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week with not much news Avanties and Zerotio take a look at exactly who are the mercenaries we can expect to see in this new mode? During the play portion we check out a Wild Even Highlander Warlock list. News and Discussion Full Mercenaries List Decklist:Raise Dead x 1Defile x 1 Dirty Rat x … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio discuss Patch 21.3 including the constructed nerfs and buffs, battlegrounds updates, and more. During the play portion we check out Beast Hunter by FunkiMonki News and Discussion Patch 21.3 Notes: Went Live 9/21 Constructed Nerfs Constructed Buffs Battlegrounds Updates Duels Updates Arena Updates Bug Fixes & Improvements Discussion: When do … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio take a look at the recent changes to Collegiate Masters events and some upcoming balance changes. During the play portion we play some of the new updates in Battlegrounds. News and Discussion Changes to Collegiate Hearthstone Discussion: With TeSPA out of the picture, does this mean Collegiate Hearthstone is NOT … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio take a deep dive look into the new Hearthstone Mercenaries game mode. News and Discussion Patch 21.2 Notes Standard Balance Changes (Read from Link Above) Battlegrounds Revamp and Changes Link in show notes Book of Mercenaries: Tamsin Went Live Sept 7th Bug Fixes & Game Improvements What is a gacha … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio take a look at the announcement for the upcoming Mercenaries mode, as well as some Balance announcements from Alec Dawson. During the play portion of the show we look at a momentum demon hunter list. News and Discussion OMG!!!! Mercenaries News!!! Mercenaries Showcase: August 31st @ 9am PT (Twitch & … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio break down patch 21.0.3 then during the play portion we take a look at Handbuff Paladin! News and Discussion Patch 21.0.3 Notes: Live 8/17 Constructed Balance Changes [See Link] Discussion: How have the Balance Changes impacted the meta? Battlegrounds Update [See Link] Discussion: Have you played BGs since Balance Update, … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Mattatarms talk about their experience with the expansion 2 weeks in and what else is happening in the news. During the play portion Mattatarms shows Avanties how to play Quest-line Handlock. News and Discussion Activision/Blizzard Update Shareholders released a letter, demanding changes in Activision/Blizzard Memebers of the Diablo 4 team have … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio discuss their first week in the United in Stormwind meta. During the play portion we check out a unique twist on Evolve Shaman. News and Discussion Update: Blizzard Studios JAB has been relieved of duties as CEO Replaced by “Co-Leaders”, Jen Oneal and Mike Ybarra Blizzard Head of HR, Jesse … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
Avanties and Zerotio discuss the new rewards track progression as well as finish out our review of the new set with the final 84 cards. News and Discussion Rewards Track Refresh: United in Stormwind Rewards including Lady Presetor (Legendary) Diamond Cards: Varian, King of Stormwind: Obtained by purchasing the Tavern Pass Darkbishop Benedictus: Obtained from … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio discuss our thoughts about the State of California vs Activision Blizzard and then we take a look at the recently announced cards revealed. News and Discussion State of California vs Blizzard Entertainment Our Statements Patch 20.8.2 Notes Apotheosis: Changed from [+2/+3] to [+1/+2] Renew: From [1] Mana to [2] Mana … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio review the first wave of United in Stormwind cards from the expansion reveal stream. News and Discussion Grandmasters 2021 – Season 2 Season Starts August 12th Entire Season will be using United in Stormwind Set Rotating Conquest and Last Hero Standing (Specialist Removed) New Grandmasters (Promotions and Re-Promotions) Americas: CaelesLuna, … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
Last week we wondered why it was so quiet, now we know, we will all be United in Stormwind. This week Avanties and Zerotio take a look at the recent announcement of the new set United in Stormwind and Patch 20.8 going live all at the same time. During the play portion we check out … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
Avanties and Zerotio try to discern why it has been so quiet on the Hearthstone front, is there possibly a new set just over the next horizon? During the play portion we check out an Aggro Paladin in Wild. News and Discussion Master Tour – Dalaran: Chinese Domination Top 4: ShuiMoo def Reqvam, OmegaZero def … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio welcome back Mattatarms to the show to discuss the recent news including the first ban card in a constructed format, Season 1 GM Champions, updates to battle.net launcher and much more. During the play portion Mattatarms brings a Shaman decklist from basedinc. News and Discussion Stealer of Souls Banned! In … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio review the Wailing Caverns Mini-Set and discuss some of the changes in the 20.4 patch. News and Discussion Tavern Brawl: Just Macaws Webspinners are so passe, macaw on the other hand… macaws are the future! Take flight with a deck of 23 Jeweled Macaws and 7 random class spells. Announcement: … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week we take a moment of silence to remember one of the founding members of ECMMOGamers, during the new section we break down patch 20.2.2. During the play portion we check out a N’Zoth Paladin by ZachO. News and Discussion Patch 20.2.2: Balance Changes Constructed Balance Changes (See Link) Discussion: Do we think the … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.
This week Avanties and Zerotio talk about the mysterious tweet from Celestalon that gripped the Hearthstone Community. We also take a look at the Battle-Ready decks and their popularity and winrates according to HSReplay.net. During the play portion of the show we head into the Battlegrounds to check out the new Quilboar tribe. News and … Read More →Click the icon below to listen.