Title says it all. Have a look at this deck, then feel free to tell me how to improve because I think it can be optimized better with your valuable feedback:
So, what to do?
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Title says it all. Have a look at this deck, then feel free to tell me how to improve because I think it can be optimized better with your valuable feedback:
So, what to do?
Well, first of all i firmly believe Even Totemic Shaman is MUCH stronger and more constent across various matchups. But that is OT.
Secondly, you are discarding a number of strong totem synergy cards, including Thing from Below, Sea Giant.
Thirdly, have you considered Hench-Clan Hag?
Good notice, forgot of these cards for some reason. Thanks for the feedback, RavenSun. I know that Even Shaman fits better here but I wanted to use Totem-related cards that don't cost Even, namely Thunder Bluff Valiant, to give a nod to a forgotten archetype from TGT.
It makes sense. I was also tempted to craft Valiant to try something similar.
It seems like you don't really have much early game other than Totem Golem. Maybe put in a Sludge Slurper?
Which one should I cut for, though? Have any idea, Colin?
So, I tried to play something like this last season. My experience is that, in the end, you'll have a board full of weak minions, so, a good option would be to include Bloodlust as a finisher. This is like a token deck.
Also, I tried the Valiant but he is too slow, although his effect is cool. In my experience, just one was enough.
Stormcaller is another cool card that will never have the effect triggered (just think about this: you'll need to have the four basic totems and, at most, just one more minion on your side, otherwise, he won't have space to summon Al'Akir). I also tried him and he just doesn't work (btw, mine is a golden one, but I'll never dust him!!)
Another great option is Maelstrom Portal, since your small minions will suffer against other aggro decks.
Also consider the great tips by RavenSun.
The thing is: Like you, I enjoy building conceptual decks, but if you don't like losing so much, you'll have to make some pragmatic changes. (I.e. if you are playing casual, this deck will be a joy, but in ranked, you'll eventually be frustrated to lose so much).
Let us know how was your experience!!
I will, when I got new cards for sure. About your pragmatic changes, you mentioned all points clearly, so I will keep them in-mind. Thanks for your feedback, Painkiller.