Here are some cards I already had made that fit the theme:
I already submitted Short-Tempered Brute in a previous competition and it didn't make the finals so I probably won't submit it this time but I will still put it out there anyway.
I had created Shadow Imp along with some other non-warlock/demonhunter demons for the competition last week but then decided that I didn't like them much and didn't bother submitting.
What do you think?
That's a lot... I'll try my best to be helpful!
Illidan is a cool effect, but now that he's a hero, it might be better to change the actual flavour of the card. It doesn't have to be legendary either, that could easily pass for a Rare or Epic in my opinion if you tweaked the flavour.
For Crystal Imp, do you mean destroy a friendly demon? Cause the wording implies you could destroy any demon and that would be LUDICROUSLY strong. I still think it's a bit strong regardless, as it wouldn't be a challenge to just destroy a random imp you summoned.
Reno... I'm not quite sure if Highlander is a downside, but lets say it is for now. I'm not quite sure on the usability of it. Dragons are generally very expensive, so filling your hand with many expensive dragons probably isn't the best idea...
Shadow Imp is flat-out not a downside. Sorry.
Short-Tempered Brute is your best, but that's already been submitted... I'd say submit Illidan with different flavour, or Crystal Imp with different wording and maybe a slight balance change. I don't think highlander counts as a downside (please correct if I'm wrong) and Shadow Imp doesn't match this theme at all.
Good luck to you with the re-works and sorry if I was a bit harsh.
Congratulations to the winner of this week's competition. I do appreciate this review and the feedback in contains. On a - barely - related note, could we maybe get the full transparency report, that would be great! Thanks in advance, and best of luck to all the creators : you will have your time to shine!
Here are some cards I already had made that fit the theme:
I already submitted Short-Tempered Brute in a previous competition and it didn't make the finals so I probably won't submit it this time but I will still put it out there anyway.
I had created Shadow Imp along with some other non-warlock/demonhunter demons for the competition last week but then decided that I didn't like them much and didn't bother submitting.
Here's my first idea. I'm really unsure of the balance, but I wanted something a bit more flavourful than I usually do. I considered making it Priest/Legendary, but I wanted to wait on any feedback you guys might have!
Anyways, here's some of my own -
@linkblade91 - I personally prefer Sinestras design, as I feel like it just has a better effect and could have genuine use if it was printed. The Icy Guardian isn't bad, I just think it's a little bit plain.
@demonxz95 - I am so conflicted on this one. Depending on when you draw it, it's either amazing or terrible. The effect is really unique and could get you hella votes... or people could hate it. I'm sorry, I can't think of much to say about it, other than I love how bold and unique it is.
@thehoax91 - I just think this is a good, solid card. The effect of anti-lifesteal is cool, but you could maybe mess the stats a bit and make it so it only heals your opponent rather than both of you.
@shaveyou - I like the Shaman one better than the Druid one. The Druid one seems way too restrictive and it almost feels too weak in a way, it has no real synergy, just a flat drawback. Whereas the Shaman card, while it can be a hefty drawback, also has room for a few synergies, so it's instantly appealing.
@menacingbagel - Ignoring the awkward grammar and punctuation (sorry, I'm really uptight about that stuff), I like the idea. It could be better as a Warlock card, as they have ways to stall out their mana generation. There's also the problem that it's a dead draw after Turn 10, but I don't think you could balance it by making it a Start of Game effect... or maybe I'm just dumb.
Overall, I reckon this competition could have some really unique ones! I'm excited to see what people come up with. :)
Here's my first idea. Deathwing in his human form.
Feedback:
@linkblade91 - Sinestra is the more interesting card by far. My only issue is that I feel it's not that hard to make her effect beneficial in a Warrior deck, so I have issues considering her effect an actual drawback. Furthermore, there isn't really any downside to playing her since her effect doesn't hit your board until the start of turn. Great card! I'm just not convinced it fits the theme.
@Demonxz95 - I think I'm in the "hate it" group on this one. I would hate any game this card was played, because as soon as you kill it (which isn't that hard to do), the match is over.
@TheHoax91 - Very interesting effect, needs balancing. I have to agree with Shaveyou's 5/3/7 suggestion.
@shaveyou - Sky-serpent for sure. I really have nothing to say about it. Solid.
@MenacingBagel - Need to fix the awkward wording and grammar/punctuation. I like the idea though, but at 10 mana, then it's a dead card. Maybe have it destroy 2 mana crystals so if you draw it at 10 mana, you at least have 1 turn to try and finish your opponent before you die?
Pre salt for knowing I am going to have to buy 85 individual packs for 100 gold each instead of being able to mass buy them all at once
Hey, I’m not sure if you know, but you can buy more than 1 pack with gold by double clicking the 100 gold purchase. It will ask how many you want to buy (max is 50, but then you can just buy 35 afterwards)
If you hate mage for their endless spam of random bullshit, but you think rogue is allowed to do it with lackeys you're a hypocrite if you thought priest was bullshit because of inner fire cheesing out games and are proud to see it be hall of famed and you are fine with edwin being in standard doing the exact same thing you are a hypocrite. God i hate this game. Apparently you need to point these out because the people playing rogue don't know. XD
I have two old ideas I'm editing and reusing for this comp, one a Common and the other a Legendary:
Icy Guardian has +1/+1 over Sen'jin Shieldmasta, but it takes longer for him to thaw out and ready his attack. Being a KFT card, there's obvious synergy with Moorabi.
Epic:Cannon Barrage - pulling this off with a full board = pp very hard
Legendary:Princess Huhuran - just look at the entrance animation....also waifu (don't judge me)
Demons, giant bug ladies, and librarians? You have some strange tastes, but I'm not one to judge, and of course, that animation is quite nice too bad she was power crept so painfully
I'll actually remember to submit this week. How on earth I forgot when I'm stuck at home, I don't know. Anyway, first couple of ideas. Lot of balancing needed still.
Not much to feedback so far but:
Linkblade91 - I feel that Icy Guardian, while functional and balanced, is a little bland. There's nothing wrong with it, and it would be a solid 4 stars from me based on how I rate cards, but lacks that little something. As for Sinestra, I feel it should be 7 mana. Warrior has such strong synergy with self damaging effects that it's not hard to turn it into a positive. Other than that, I definitely prefer it out of the two.
Demonxz95 - Z'Kral - I don't like it. Firstly because I don't think it's strong enough to carry a game by itself, likely getting removed on turn 3 or 4. However, my main issue with it is with it's synergy with cards like Call to Arms, Skydiving Instructor and Guild Recruiter.
TheHoax91 - Gaining that much in stats over a vanilla minion for a mirrored effect is far too strong. Compare it to Hench-Clan Shadequill, that has a purely negative effect, and adding Taunt on top. It gains +3/+1 over a Taunt/Lifesteal combo in the same slot ([Hearthstone Card (Felsoul Inquistor) Not Found]). I would recommend a 5 mana 3/7 personally. Interesting idea though, just needs balancing.
I have two old ideas I'm editing and reusing for this comp, one a Common and the other a Legendary:
Icy Guardian has +1/+1 over Sen'jin Shieldmasta, but it takes longer for him to thaw out and ready his attack. Being a KFT card, there's obvious synergy with Moorabi.
Sinestra has significant stats like Deathwing, Mad Aspect, but deals damage to your characters *every* turn as she lashes out in anger. Take advantage of this by playing Enrage-like cards such as Acolyte of Pain, Rotface, Bonechewer Vanguard, etc. Edit: Fixed her aura and made her cost 7, as suggested.
The Initiate set is actually part of Year of the Dragon and is going to rotate with them. They have it there as a sort of catch up from Year of the dragon, and said that a classic set will come in the future possibly featuring cards from a few sets. I feel like it'll stay in arena until at least August, when they get more cards so that Demon Hunter has more than like 25 class cards in the pool.
Basic: Sen'jin Shieldmasta - Taz'dingo! I used him a lot in my beginner decks. It trades oh so well with basically all 1-2-3 cost minions. And very memorable voiceline.
Common: Explosive Trap! While many may consider it as Face Hunter cancer, I really like its inevitability. It's so satisfying to drop it against an opponent with only 1-2 health minions. Even if they can't see it which Secret is it, they can feel it. Meanwhile I'm like "Come on! Attack! You're an Aggro deck, why don't you go face? Oh, you're afraid of losing your precious board? Well, there's nothing else you can do right now! Go on, I swear it's just Freezing Trap, don't worry!"
Also Common: Tar Creeper: same as Sen'jin Shieldmasta, but 1 mana cheaper! It used to be such a game changer back in the Year of the Mammoth. I miss it. It kept Prince Keleseth tempo decks somewhat in check.
Rare: Lesser Amethyst Spellstone It gives a large swing when fully upgraded that was very satisfying, especially after a Hooked Reaver. I really liked to play Warlock in Kobolds and Catacombs. (Not Cubelock, I couldn't afford that deck. Just some kind of self-damage new player jank. It was pretty successful though.)
Epic: Libram of Hope isn't released yet, bu I've already fallen in love with it. It fulfills my dream deck of a Control Paladin with heals, taunts, and a consistent game plan.
Legendary: Tirion Fordring! Crafted him in Golden, became broke, but it was worth it. Simply glorious. Put your faith in the Light!
My other Golden Legendary: Whizbang the Wonderful - Playing full golden decks is a dream I could never achieve without Whizbang. Whenever a new expansion comes out, instead of risky Day 1 crafts, Whizbang gives me all the decks I need.
As you can see, I really like good anti-Aggro tools. I don't hate that archetype, the only reason is that these give the most "Whew, I'm saved!" moments.
The Price Of Power - Card Design Competition Discussion Thread
That's a lot... I'll try my best to be helpful!
Illidan is a cool effect, but now that he's a hero, it might be better to change the actual flavour of the card. It doesn't have to be legendary either, that could easily pass for a Rare or Epic in my opinion if you tweaked the flavour.
For Crystal Imp, do you mean destroy a friendly demon? Cause the wording implies you could destroy any demon and that would be LUDICROUSLY strong. I still think it's a bit strong regardless, as it wouldn't be a challenge to just destroy a random imp you summoned.
Reno... I'm not quite sure if Highlander is a downside, but lets say it is for now. I'm not quite sure on the usability of it. Dragons are generally very expensive, so filling your hand with many expensive dragons probably isn't the best idea...
Shadow Imp is flat-out not a downside. Sorry.
Short-Tempered Brute is your best, but that's already been submitted... I'd say submit Illidan with different flavour, or Crystal Imp with different wording and maybe a slight balance change. I don't think highlander counts as a downside (please correct if I'm wrong) and Shadow Imp doesn't match this theme at all.
Good luck to you with the re-works and sorry if I was a bit harsh.
Card Design Conversation - Learning By Numbers
Congratulations to the winner of this week's competition. I do appreciate this review and the feedback in contains.
On a - barely - related note, could we maybe get the full transparency report, that would be great!
Thanks in advance, and best of luck to all the creators : you will have your time to shine!
Edit: Never mind - Found it
The Price Of Power - Card Design Competition Discussion Thread
Here are some cards I already had made that fit the theme:
I already submitted Short-Tempered Brute in a previous competition and it didn't make the finals so I probably won't submit it this time but I will still put it out there anyway.
I had created Shadow Imp along with some other non-warlock/demonhunter demons for the competition last week but then decided that I didn't like them much and didn't bother submitting.
What do you think?
The Price Of Power - Card Design Competition Discussion Thread
Here's my first idea. I'm really unsure of the balance, but I wanted something a bit more flavourful than I usually do. I considered making it Priest/Legendary, but I wanted to wait on any feedback you guys might have!
Anyways, here's some of my own -
@linkblade91 - I personally prefer Sinestras design, as I feel like it just has a better effect and could have genuine use if it was printed. The Icy Guardian isn't bad, I just think it's a little bit plain.
@demonxz95 - I am so conflicted on this one. Depending on when you draw it, it's either amazing or terrible. The effect is really unique and could get you hella votes... or people could hate it. I'm sorry, I can't think of much to say about it, other than I love how bold and unique it is.
@thehoax91 - I just think this is a good, solid card. The effect of anti-lifesteal is cool, but you could maybe mess the stats a bit and make it so it only heals your opponent rather than both of you.
@shaveyou - I like the Shaman one better than the Druid one. The Druid one seems way too restrictive and it almost feels too weak in a way, it has no real synergy, just a flat drawback. Whereas the Shaman card, while it can be a hefty drawback, also has room for a few synergies, so it's instantly appealing.
@menacingbagel - Ignoring the awkward grammar and punctuation (sorry, I'm really uptight about that stuff), I like the idea. It could be better as a Warlock card, as they have ways to stall out their mana generation. There's also the problem that it's a dead draw after Turn 10, but I don't think you could balance it by making it a Start of Game effect... or maybe I'm just dumb.
Overall, I reckon this competition could have some really unique ones! I'm excited to see what people come up with. :)
The Price Of Power - Card Design Competition Discussion Thread
Here's my first idea. Deathwing in his human form.
Feedback:
@linkblade91 - Sinestra is the more interesting card by far. My only issue is that I feel it's not that hard to make her effect beneficial in a Warrior deck, so I have issues considering her effect an actual drawback. Furthermore, there isn't really any downside to playing her since her effect doesn't hit your board until the start of turn. Great card! I'm just not convinced it fits the theme.
@Demonxz95 - I think I'm in the "hate it" group on this one. I would hate any game this card was played, because as soon as you kill it (which isn't that hard to do), the match is over.
@TheHoax91 - Very interesting effect, needs balancing. I have to agree with Shaveyou's 5/3/7 suggestion.
@shaveyou - Sky-serpent for sure. I really have nothing to say about it. Solid.
@MenacingBagel - Need to fix the awkward wording and grammar/punctuation. I like the idea though, but at 10 mana, then it's a dead card. Maybe have it destroy 2 mana crystals so if you draw it at 10 mana, you at least have 1 turn to try and finish your opponent before you die?
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Hey, I’m not sure if you know, but you can buy more than 1 pack with gold by double clicking the 100 gold purchase. It will ask how many you want to buy (max is 50, but then you can just buy 35 afterwards)
Group Therapy! Need to blow off some steam? Mega salty? Here's the place!
If you hate mage for their endless spam of random bullshit, but you think rogue is allowed to do it with lackeys you're a hypocrite if you thought priest was bullshit because of inner fire cheesing out games and are proud to see it be hall of famed and you are fine with edwin being in standard doing the exact same thing you are a hypocrite. God i hate this game. Apparently you need to point these out because the people playing rogue don't know. XD
Group Therapy! Need to blow off some steam? Mega salty? Here's the place!
On mobile? Because if you're on PC you can double click....
Group Therapy! Need to blow off some steam? Mega salty? Here's the place!
Tombs of Terror is just a fucking shit show.
Use your shitty jank af random deck to beat a perfectly synergised, perfect drawing and perfect RnG boss........8 times in a row.
Yea fuck you whoevers brain child that was. You are some sort of cunt.
The Price Of Power - Card Design Competition Discussion Thread
Hey look I'm doing this again and I still don't know how to balance anything!
Reworked (and by that, I mean altered everything but the name) so disregard this one!
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Congrats linkblade!
The Price Of Power - Card Design Competition Discussion Thread
I feel like Sinestra should be worded "At the start of your turn, deal 1 damage to your other characters.
Favorite Cards by Rarity
Demons, giant bug ladies, and librarians? You have some strange tastes, but I'm not one to judge, and of course, that animation is quite nice too bad she was power crept so painfully
Demonic Obsession - Card Design Competition Discussion Thread
Congrats, Linkblade! I really loved your card, and definitely fitting that such an iconic "good demon" would win for this theme.
And yay me :) Second place is definitely the best I've done yet, on here or Hearthpwn, so I hope I can continue my upward trend!
The Price Of Power - Card Design Competition Discussion Thread
I'll actually remember to submit this week. How on earth I forgot when I'm stuck at home, I don't know. Anyway, first couple of ideas. Lot of balancing needed still.
Not much to feedback so far but:
Linkblade91 - I feel that Icy Guardian, while functional and balanced, is a little bland. There's nothing wrong with it, and it would be a solid 4 stars from me based on how I rate cards, but lacks that little something. As for Sinestra, I feel it should be 7 mana. Warrior has such strong synergy with self damaging effects that it's not hard to turn it into a positive. Other than that, I definitely prefer it out of the two.
Demonxz95 - Z'Kral - I don't like it. Firstly because I don't think it's strong enough to carry a game by itself, likely getting removed on turn 3 or 4. However, my main issue with it is with it's synergy with cards like Call to Arms, Skydiving Instructor and Guild Recruiter.
TheHoax91 - Gaining that much in stats over a vanilla minion for a mirrored effect is far too strong. Compare it to Hench-Clan Shadequill, that has a purely negative effect, and adding Taunt on top. It gains +3/+1 over a Taunt/Lifesteal combo in the same slot ([Hearthstone Card (Felsoul Inquistor) Not Found]). I would recommend a 5 mana 3/7 personally. Interesting idea though, just needs balancing.
The Price Of Power - Card Design Competition Discussion Thread
Drawbacks are unusual in Paladin , but anyway here is my first idea (might still be too overstated)!
Demonic Obsession - Card Design Competition Discussion Thread
Hooray to me :D I was positive I would be stuck in Second Place Hell forever lol
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Hey, congrats Linky.
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If my card last time was "love it or hate it", then my card this time takes that up to 11.
Exactly. No... more... cards...
I will also try to design something less extreme.
The Price Of Power - Card Design Competition Discussion Thread
I have two old ideas I'm editing and reusing for this comp, one a Common and the other a Legendary:
Icy Guardian has +1/+1 over Sen'jin Shieldmasta, but it takes longer for him to thaw out and ready his attack. Being a KFT card, there's obvious synergy with Moorabi.
Sinestra has significant stats like Deathwing, Mad Aspect, but deals damage to your characters *every* turn as she lashes out in anger. Take advantage of this by playing Enrage-like cards such as Acolyte of Pain, Rotface, Bonechewer Vanguard, etc. Edit: Fixed her aura and made her cost 7, as suggested.
Demonic Obsession - Card Design Competition Discussion Thread
Welcome to the winners club, linkblade!
Favorite Cards by Rarity
Basic: Whirlwind - look at that golden animation. Also it's fun to go swoosh
Common: North Sea Kraken - sounds like a kaiju, looks like a kaiju, can go face, it's perfect
Rare: Darkshire Librarian - Discard Support and waifu
Epic: Cannon Barrage - pulling this off with a full board = pp very hard
Legendary: Princess Huhuran - just look at the entrance animation....also waifu (don't judge me)
The Price Of Power - Card Design Competition Discussion Thread
Competition Theme: The Price Of Power
We're looking for powerful minions this week - so powerful, in fact, that they come with a drawback to offset them.
For the purposes of this competition, Dormant is banned.
MathU wanted to see some cards that traded power for a price this week, so get those deals flowing!
As always, I can be reached through Discord or here on the site via PM if you have any issues to report.
Competition Phases
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Discussion Thread Rules
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Hearthstone Arena in Ashes Of Outland - New Rotation and New Cards
The Initiate set is actually part of Year of the Dragon and is going to rotate with them. They have it there as a sort of catch up from Year of the dragon, and said that a classic set will come in the future possibly featuring cards from a few sets. I feel like it'll stay in arena until at least August, when they get more cards so that Demon Hunter has more than like 25 class cards in the pool.
Favorite Cards by Rarity
Honorable mentions: Unstable Evolution, Renounce Darkness, Deathwing, Mad Aspect (for the best entrance music)
As you can see, I really like good anti-Aggro tools. I don't hate that archetype, the only reason is that these give the most "Whew, I'm saved!" moments.