Play For Tempo: Recent Episodes
StevenSensei#1107 & Schwal
This week Sensei is out again...what a slacker...but MattAtArms is here to fill the void! And Schwal #1 Legend....just casually FTP BTW.
Sensei is back and sits down with Schwal for a drip down memory lane to the days of baby sensei and the Journey to Un'goro which is being added to twist in just a few days.
Sensei is out so ElectricSheepCity has been kind enough to fill and and chat about his #2 early legend twist handbuff pally.
This week Schwal and Sensei talk about various news bits from the week in Hearthstone including Blizzcon Bundles, The Microsoft merger with ABK, and the fact that we actually know who the Hearthstone game director is!
This week Schwal and Sensei talk about their last week in hearthstone. Both hit legend in different formats and some thoughts about Druid and the need for more nerfs.
Mini set is introducing anomalies. Unfortunately it also removes player agency and reduces the impact of individual card / deck decisions. Schwal is NOT happy. Sensei is concerned.
Sensei decided that it is a good idea to steal from other podcasts. Will yours be next? Schwal is awesome as always. They both talk about the goings on in the world of hearthstone.
Sensei feels called out but is in love with Highlander Priest. Schwal is all about being a rogue with bigger and bigger men. And this is episode 10 that is within the time limit :)
After an almost 2 year absence, Schwal and Sensei have gotten the band back together to discuss hearthstone, card gaming in general, and other stuff. Did you miss us?
Schwal and Sensei talk about their current relationship to the game and what it means for the podcast going forward.
Schwal and Sensei talk about what tournament mode (not coming soon) could look like and what other games in the space are currently doing.
Schwal and Sensei pass their judgement on the newest game mode...is it top tier front page...or does it belong buried along side arena?
Schwal and Sensei are pleased to welcome RidiculousHat back to the podcast and take a deep dive down the rabbit hole that is the Witchwood...which may be the worst set in the history of Hearthstone.
Schwal has some feelings and opinions...Sensei generally agrees...but ultimately there isn't a darn thing we can do about it.
Schwal and Sensei talk bout the upcoming changes including Nerfs, Buffs, Bans, and Redesigns! Also, some issues around data security and how much sharing might be too much sharing.
Schwal isn't enjoying HS right now. Since it was a slow news week he and Sensei talk about what's going on and if there is a way to fix it. And if not...what we can do as players in times when we don't enjoy pressing the button.
Schwal and Sensei break down and try to explain what Blizzard failed to explain when they announced Mercenaries
Schwal and Sensei talk about the various ways that aggro decks can be quantified and measured for evaluation in a given meta. Sensei stands resolute in his opinion that Aggro stands on the wrong side of history.
Schwal and Sensei discuss the post nerf meta. Spoiler...every class has something you can play and the nerfs slowed up some things but didn't destroy anything outright...except OTK DH...which is fine :)
Schwal and Sensei talk about the most valuable and least thought about card in all of Hearthstone.
Schwal and Sensei are back for another episode and talking about their reaction to the new expansion, developing meta, and some new and interesting decks.
Schwal's Fun Police Face Hunter
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**###Habugabu Shadow Priest
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pirate priest
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Wild Shadow Priest
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Haze Questline Rogue
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Chuntyun Rush Warrior
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Statement regarding the current Activision/Blizzard Lawsuit. Twitter thread linked below for how to be a better ally to a woman.
https://twitter.com/elbellevie/status/1418216863998222340?s=20
Schwal and Sensei think you should try wild. Here is a rundown of what is viable in wild for you to try while we wait for the release of United in Stormwind.
Back to their lean format, Sensei and Schwal talk about a little bit of news and the answer a listener question from Coin Concede! UNDER 30 MIN!
This week we have the first of the RETURN series where the hosts and a special guest talk about previous sets and it just so happens to line up with the new Questlines announced for United in Stormwind
Schwal and Sensei pay tribute to the Daring Reporter and give a general overview of all of the other hearthstone podcasts you should probably be listening to or at least give a try. You can find them all at warcraft radio.
https://warcraftradio.com/directory/
Do you want to start your own podcast? Have an idea for a Hearthstone podcast or podcast in general but don't know how to start. These are the tools we use to make Play for Tempo (For free) and Sensei is more than happy to help you get going if you need it.
http://www.anchor.fm
http://www.zencastr.com -- Lots of things about the new video recording they do...there are audio only versions as well.
Schwal has returned and wants to talk about going face with hunter!
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ZZZZOOOOOOMMMMMMMM! This week Sensei is UNSUPERVISED and gets some help from none other than MattAtArms!
It's happening! Card previews and the mini set are here. Well kind of...4 cards and then a break for the long weekend and then a bunch of cards soon and the set in the next week! Schwal and Sensei break it down....Is the big Murloc good or just fish bait?
Schwal and Sensei are agreed that they are backing #squelchsquad....and that if you want to play Paladin this is the list you should be playing.
schwal’s n’zoth
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Schwal and Sensei talk about Quimby, IA and how it has nothing...yet everything to do with this week in Hearthstone.
Tweet from Celestalon re: #4
https://threadreaderapp.com/thread/1390834961725333504.html
This week Sensei and Schwal talk about the incoming 20.2 patch which brings quilboars to the chat and iksar has another AMA. Deckcodes for the new "Battle Ready" decks can be found in the discord and discord.me/playfortempo
This week Sensei and Schwal discuss the various archetypes that exist in Hearthstone and Magic.
Schwal and Sensei talk about the Hearthstone News of the Week thanks to Iksar...and the initial change from the nerfs
This week Schwal and Sensei are avoiding the ladder like most sane people and instead cover the Twitter AMAs that Iksar has been doing for the community. Also, Schwal has started a new Asia Server Video Project which you can watch here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbck86p_hUfsANUqR4zCa1w
Ok, there were bugs...they got squashed...or are scheduled to be squashed...but man is Hearthstone fun right now. Schwal and Sensei ramble about the first few days, the fact that Schwal is already double legend...and that some cards probably need to be nerfed. Also, have some decklists!
Death&Taxes
Format: Wild
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force roar druid
Format: Classic
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Libram Secret Paladin
Format: Standard
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Aggro Secret Pally
Format: Standard
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Schwal hates fun, but is really enjoying classic. Only a few days until we are all in the barrens. Let's GO!
This week Schwal and Sensei talk about some of the cards that were blasted out by Blizzard. More next week.
A bunch of wild cards are going to be UN-nerfed soon. Let's talk about that...and a burning culinary question.
In this pre-recorded episode (originally recorded while waiting for news that would become Darkmoon Races), Schwal and Sensei discuss the set mechanics over time. What was successful (Discover), what wasn't (Inspire), and the stuff that was just weird (Spare Parts).
This week Schwal and Sensei get down to the truly important issues of the day...the core set...new cards...and why 2 is the correct answer
We just finished the hearthstone deep dive and keynote opening ceremony for BlizzconLine 2021 and this is everything you need to know.
Schwal and Steven sensei discuss the latest news and the sad fact that Ridiculous Hat will NOT be starting a Slay The Spire podcast.
Sensei and Schwal talk about wild, how MTG does it...and Sensei learned that if we want short eposides, don't ask schwal about wild
As usual, Schwal hates fun...and is now dragging Sensei to that side of things as well.
Steven Sensei is PISSED OFF because it was Foxy's Fault and Edwin did NOTHING WRONG! Schwal is more even tempered as usual providing the balance that you all love.
Schwal and StevenSensei take a look back about what we thought about the game a year ago...and what progression and changes have happened since then.
Schwal is back and we discuss mindset and while loosing is not a desired position to be in...it is also the default.
Happy Holidays to Everyone out there. This year we bring you a collection of community cookie recipes to start your winter/summer celebrations!
DanO: discord.me/playfortempo
Blisterguy and Nightingale: https://www.donnahay.com.au/recipes/anzac-biscuits
Wickedgood: maps.google.com
StevenSensei and Waifu: discord.me/playfortempo
KEEP PREP! and PLAY THIS DECK!
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Schwal and StevenSensei talk about the developing meta and discuss that to play now that some of the jank is starting to go away.
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###Blastiose_HS Highlander Druid
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###Il’gynoth Soul DH
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###Polkelt Aggro DH
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###hyperaggro DH
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###Secret Highlander Hunter
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###Libram Pure Paly
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A discussion of the issues around the new reward system based on a conversation with an established player, and then general coaching tips from Hat and Schwal.
Episode 1 Resources -
Ridiculous Hat for PC Gamer
https://www.pcgamer.com/why-hearthstone-players-are-so-angry-about-the-new-season-pass-and-what-blizzard-can-do-to-fix-it/
Low Curve DH
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Standard Zoo
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Wild Darkglare disco zoo
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Decklists: D0nkey.top
Decklists: https://www.hearthstonetopdecks.com/darkmoon-faire-early-meta-decks/
Wild: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxdU9oYHM6Y&feature=youtu.be
Duels: https://www.hearthstonetopdecks.com/best-duels-starter-decks-for-all-classes/
Duels: https://hearthstone-decks.net/duels-deck/
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the new progression system and why schwal hates more than 50% of the cards in Madness at the Darkmoon Faire.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about cards that will be coming to the game very very soon.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about some starting decks for the Early Access Duels Mode. Decklists are posted in the discord.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about so many things and still aren't confident that they covered it all. Expansion...System Rework, Duals...and more.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the newest single player content Book of Heroes: Rexxar.
This week due to StevenSensei not reading patch notes properly...Schwal stepped up to the plate and brings us an overview of AggroHighlanderHunter. Next week will be the discussion of Book of Heroes: Rexxar.
Aggro Highlander Hunter
Class: Hunter
Format: Standard
Year of the Phoenix
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This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the dual class arena...the most most wonderful wonderful time of the year year.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the Heroic Tavern Brawl and not about Hades...for that please go listen to CoinConcede and their new bonus episode.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about a little bit of arena news and then dive into the first chapter of the Book of Heroes...Jaina Proudmore.
This week StevenSensi and Schwal talk about a low curve Aggro DH that may be worth playing in this super balanced meta.
Initiate Aggro DH
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This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about meta reports and why you should be using them.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about tech cards....why they are best for competitive environments, bad for ladder (in general) and almost always terrible in arena.
This week StevenSesnei and Schwal talk about the reasons books make effective weapons with one of the top decks in the format. Libram/Pure/Book Paladin.
Libram Paladin
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This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about Discard Zoo Warlock, an aggro deck where you must embrace the flow.
Schwal’s Disco Zoo
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This week StevenSensei and Schwal give you the first orientation for Scholomance Academy and then talk about the new class schedule you can expect from this show. We also include discussion on free to play decks for an early constructed meta.
Macheen Token Druid F2P 36 Legend
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Ike Ramp Druid
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Old Guardian Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZscEtlQIxbiEroFuICGICA
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the final cards before Scholomance Academy releases...TOMORROW!
This week Steven Sensei and Schwal talk about the first batch of cards revealed for Scholomance Academy.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal take a quick pass at the major news out of Scholomance Academy. Looks like the arenas is headed to a strange tri-class format and we are SOOO here for it!
This week StevenSensei and Schwal revisit the single player deck building experiences that are the dungeon runs.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the sources of data on the net and how to use tierlists to your advantage.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about why you don't want to play for board control....wait...what? Yes, that's right, for all the talking we have done about getting board and keeping board control...that isn't what you actually want to do....
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk briefly about the 2 drops and why you want them and how many you generally want to draft.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about when you might not want to press play and alternatives to consider in those times when you really need a break.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal take you through a draft and a game of arena. Did they get the perfect highlander deck or just a pile of cards that is as random as throwing them on the floor and scooping them up?
This week StevenSensei had an observation form a game he watched...and realized that this is a problem that many of us might have...Schwal helps him break it down in a way that can help you improve your game.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal have a very quick hit on the top end of the curve. And by very quick, I mean back to form in under 3 min!
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk briefly about a resource that isn't so obvious...your health pool.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the deck building challenge of Highlander and why the payoff cards are probably not great for the arena. WARNING: This episode contains a lot of Magic talk (but roll with it...it's really good)
The micro adjustment ended up being a major thing and the arena is much more balanced. This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the current win rates and a few cards to keep your eyes on now that most classes are playable and the meta starts to slow down as the demon hunter has been kicked off the top of the mountain.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the dormant minions added in Ashes of Outland as we desperately await the arrival of an arena micro adjustment.
This week StevenSensei and Schawl discuss the early meta for Ashes of Outland and give some advice in adapting to the new class and meta. Short version...play demon hunter...that is all....
This week StevenSensei and Schwal chose some good, bad, and interesting cards from the upcoming set to talk about....and instead of publishing this on the day the set releases...we decided to push it early. GOOD LUCK IN THE ARENA...and with your pack openings.
This week StevenSensei and Schawl talk about the Demon Hunter Class as they get prepared for the release of the Ashes of Outland.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the major news from the last week...the outlook for arena...and some of the changes coming in the year of the Phoenix.
This week StevenSensei talks to you about the return of the arena leader boards and what they may say about the different regions. If you disagree or think he missed something...please do find him in discord and let him know. Schwal is out on sick leave...and will hopefully return soon.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal are still waiting for news...but there is a new meta serving up some hot cards. Check out what's going on in the kitchen sink meta with some drafting advice and some cards to look out for.
This week StevenSenesi and Schwal talk about the upcoming arena rotation which should be live now or shortly after you listen. They also discuss the idea of drafting archetypes and what each is looking for in the draft.
This week both StevenSensei and Schwal have colds...but even being under the weather won't stop us from invading your podcast listening space. This week we talk about the difficult to fill 6 mana slot and prepare for some announcements hopefully coming soon!
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the Priest class, it's place in arena, and are happy to include a very special sponsor to the podcast.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal bring you the woke meta report now that things have settled a bit from the influx of single player content.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the traditional worst class in arena...Warrior...and the weapons it loves.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about all of the new cards added to arena with the release of Galakrond's Awakening single player adventure and mini-expansion.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal are thrilled to welcome the hosts of Blizzlet Podcast to talk about Magic and HS Arena. If you like what you hear please be sure to follow @blizzlet on twitter and subscribe to Blizzlet Podcast where ever you get your podcasts from. Note: This podcast approved by official Blizzlet legal counsel @hsdechtech as well as @stormraige23_HS
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about Druids and the Treants that support them. This is a basic druid class overview.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the state of the arena and changes you have to make in your drafting strategy with the removal of buckets and the addition of dragons.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the idea of being process oriented instead of results oriented and how that applies to the arena, hearthstone, and maybe even your life!
StevenSensei and Schwal wish all of you the very best at the end of this year and the start of the next.
How is the meta shaping up? What should you draft and play around? Find out this week as StevenSensei and Schwal talk about their early impressions of the new Dragons meta.
The dragons have descended and the new expansion and meta have arrived. This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about a few cards to keep an eye on as you prepare to conquer the new meta.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the cards that have been revealed so far for the arena. Schwal also sets Sensei straight about a card around 14 min in...and that's well worth listening to. DoD is out next week so be sure to start but not finish an arena run if you want to min/max your rewards.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal have a longer discussion about the realities of using the Arena to build or maintain a collection for the constructed formats. As we approach another expansion and another yearly rotation in the distance, is arena still a viable way for new players, free to play players, or whales who have decided to no longer be big fish to keep up with the game.
What makes a good arena set? What should you look for when evaluating new cards coming to arena. This week StevenSensei and Schwal cover those questions as we prepare to get some card reveals for Descent of Dragons soon.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the new dragons and some super powerful cards that were introduced as part of the Descent of Dragons announcement. We also talk just a bit about battlegrounds...go play it now!
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the all important question of having "IT". Asking this question of your opponent is one of the most critical sills in any game of hearthstone. Also a small shout-out to VKLIOOON..the 1st global champion who just happens to be a woman...who outplayed everyone to become the best of the best...even after being told that she couldn't do it just because she is a woman. Congrats! You are amazing!
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the importance of asking if something "contests" and what that means for your gameplay.
Just a quick reminder to start and leave a run unfinished before Wednesday October, 30th if you want to maximize your rewards...and who doesn't want to do that?
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the current state of the dual-class arena and offer some advice to deal with the variance that's back now that we don't have buckets anymore.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about secrets in hearthstone and why sometimes sacrificing tempo now can give you more tempo later.
As foretold by StevenSensei...this week he and Schwal DO NOT TALK ABOUT SECRETS. Instead they go over the new cards coming to the standard meta and how they are connected to the new season in the arena as well as their tips for the annual dual-class dress up event.
Blizzard has announced a new event that will coincide with a new arena event and a full arena rotation. This is a reminder for all players to start and leave an arena run unfinished before the event launches to min/max your rewards.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the 4 mana slot. This versatile slot is a transition point in the game and presents you with many options in drafting and play.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the Paladin class, answer a listener question, and give an update after last week's draft.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal do a live arena draft. Play along and see if you would have taken the same cards and find out what kind of deck they end up with.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk all about Baeleera and why rogue is the best class. *Schwal may or may not endorse that position.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk all about the coin and even offer some fun trivia along the way.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal give us a Saviors of Uldum meta report and talk about some major news that will have serious consequences for the Arena that were announced by a member of team 5 in a response to a reddit post!
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about their early experiences in the Saviors of Uldum meta, offer some general tips, and talk about some stand out cards that really impressed them this week.
It's finally here! The start of season 3 and the LOE/Uldum meta. In this episode, StevenSensei and Schwal have the quick tips to help you get going in the new season. Go out there and get it done!
In this extended version of Arena Sensei, Steven and Schwal talk about the cards that have been revealed in the last week. We are in the home stretch to release and looking forward to a new meta soon. Also, a special challenge is included where you can possibly win a preorder set of "LOUD NOISES of the Old Gods" when that set comes out...best of luck on that one. :)
Deep into review season, StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the cards that have been revealed in the last week. It it more goodness...or are the saviors a failure for arena?
This week StevenSensei and Schwal give you their unedited hot takes on the cards that have been revealed so far. Some things are excluded from the arena and others are going to be super powerful in the format. Don't agree with us...come say it to our faces at discord.me/arenasensei
StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the current 1 drops that are important and how to evaluate them when rotations happen. Some exciting news about the new set and possible serious implications for arena are also discussed.
StevenSensei and Schwal give a brief overview of the Rogue class. This tempo based class really shines in the arena when you can play things on curve and get value.
With things finally settled down and stabilized, StevenSensei and Schwal can discuss what's going on in the meta and make some recommendations for how to approach the meta in Season 2.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal go over the changes to class win rates thanks to a recent adjustment by blizzard. They also talk about minion density in your deck and what you should be trying to do with your draft.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about their first impressions of Season 2 in the arena. They also answer a listener question.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about card advantage in hearthstone and give a preview of things to come in the new Rise of Mechs - Season 2 of the arena.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the current best class in the arena Warlock. We also talk just a bit about the upcoming season 2 of the new arena format and give a warning / advice about how to profit from the change to the arena meta. not really warlock.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about playing around things in the arena. We also talk about the Dalaran heist and all of the fun you can have trying to take the city.
Blizzard has dropped a ton of new information on us in the last 2 days...here's everything you need to know. Also, StevenSensei kind of buried the lead on this one when it comes to the arena...but it's there...Promise!
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the decision to go face or not to go face. We touch on the history of SMORC and touch on why face isn't always the place.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about what it means to play for tempo, knowing your role, and how the two are connected. We also have our first sponsor!
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the reward structure of arena...why most of us will never always go infinite and why that probably doesn't matter!
This week StevenSensei and Schwal have the first meta report for Season 1 in Rise of Shadows. The name of the game for the next month or so is get on board early and often!
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the early days of the new meta. This is season 1 with the release of Rise of Shadows.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about why you should or in most cases should not be holding a card for value in the Arena. We also give you some tips for things to be on the lookout for in the first few days of the new Arena season. Hope your pack openings were good and your arena runs are even better!
This week StevenSensei and Schwal sit down and talk about some of the early cards that have been revealed in the upcoming Rise of Shadows Expansion. We also give advice to min/max your rewards in arena coming into the first season rotation. Buckle up for our longest episode to date!
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about parasitic mechanics or cards that feed off one another to increase their power.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the changes coming to the arena in April, a basic idea of what to expect, and their initial reactions. For SCIENCE!
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about mulligans. You need early things to establish board presence and this all starts with the decisions in the mulligan.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about buckets, cream, non-fat milk, and other things to help you understand how Blizzard is using buckets to make your arena experience more varied and interesting. We also answer a listener question. If you have a question of your own join us at http://discord.me/arenasensei
You can view the tier list organized by buckets by visiting - http://www.thelightforge.com
Blizzard has announced some new changes coming to the arena when the Year of the Dragon starts in April. Here is what we know.
Warlock is the current best class in the arena. This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about some things you should know to take full advantage of Gul'dan and the best hero power in the game.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the X/2 rule of weapons in the arena and cover the basics of what weapons are good and what to look out for when you are playing.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal give a brief talk about what a meta is and how it applies to the arena.
StevenSensei and Schwal present the first ArenaSensei Meta Report. This should give you a general idea of what is out there and what classes to pick now that the meta has settled since the early Rastakhan nerf patch.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the different types of removal and how to evaluate their use in the Arena.
This week StevenSensei and Schwal discuss the concepts of tempo and value as they apply to the arena. Hint: PLAY FOR TEMPO
This week StevenSensei and Schwal talk about the basics of drafting, what a mana curve is, and why you don't want to just pick cards that have big attack and health numbers.
Steven Sensei and Schwal talk about the first step in arena...picking your hero class. Also Steven Sensei may or may not know how to properly say Shaman.
Steven Sensei and Schwal discuss what the Hearthstone Arena is and Why you should be playing it.
Just a quick introduction to your hosts: StevenSensei and Schwal. Welcome to Arena Sensei: a hearthstone arena podcast for the basics.