I perfectly know that Firebat tends to play what he thinks it's good in order to be ahead of times for GM and stuff. That's why I took him as a parameter to judge the (most likely) goodness of archetypes.
For example, if he played and refined Highlander Demon Hunter for 7 straight hours (7 or so) then he must be thinking that said deck will be more than a tier 3 list.
But yeah, Paladin may have some issue with aggro in the earliest stages of the game. I think Bronze Explorer will help a bit but we'll have to wait for another 5 days.
1 Heath minions became much worse with the arrival of DH. The only thing this card has going for it is the fact there are no better Hunter one drops (though there is the Neutral 1 mana 2/2 which completely outclasses this).
I can already see myself topdecking a useless minion to absorb the mana reduction and lose my combo 9 times out of 10 if I ever decide to meme combo druid with this.
The mana coming out empty is this card's biggest flaw, I think. To me, it's what makes Nourish as a mana ramping card pretty good, the fact you get 2 leftover mana (which is what I believe made the card cost 6 mana in the first place).
I watch those streams not merely to get deckbuilding ideas, but also to watch how matches can turn up. Besides, its the only stream available if you want to get a feel for cards, especially since aggro decks tend to flourish in the first few weeks of a new expansion.
I'm specifically looking at the first few turns of play, and even with a poor deck most players kinda know what they need when facing down aggro decks. In this case, what I saw was dhunter being ahead 3 times out of 3 (a terrible sample size, but bear with me here, he only had so much patience with pally) from turn 1. Even a Consecration (the earliest board clear for pally) couldnt seal the deal. Just couldnt take over the board, and paladin cant even match up to card advantage let alone value in those games.
Maybe a few more early taunts in the deck? perhaps. But what I saw was a massacre.
And firebat's basically semi retired nowadays. More streamer than player. But hes not into memes, I can assure you. He played highlander dhunter for about 7 hrs straight (correct me if Im wrong) . Didnt even bother playing or trying anything else in that stream. Just playing what he thought was the best deck at the time.
New Warrior Minion - Scrap Golem
Good stats, likely to shine more in arena or wild with the mech synergy.
New Warrior Minion - Bloodboil Brute
Solid even without the cost reduction, and made even better with cards like Bladestorm.
New Warrior Minion - Warmaul Challenger
Very strong if you can buff it, but the fact it only has 1 attack makes it very awkward indeed.
New Warrior Spell - Bladestorm
Not the best removal tool, but useful regardless. Can trigger enrages or soften up the enemy board.
Our Thoughts on Hearthstone's Ashes of Outland Hunter Cards
I perfectly know that Firebat tends to play what he thinks it's good in order to be ahead of times for GM and stuff.
That's why I took him as a parameter to judge the (most likely) goodness of archetypes.
For example, if he played and refined Highlander Demon Hunter for 7 straight hours (7 or so) then he must be thinking that said deck will be more than a tier 3 list.
But yeah, Paladin may have some issue with aggro in the earliest stages of the game. I think Bronze Explorer will help a bit but we'll have to wait for another 5 days.
New Warrior Weapon - Bulwark of Azzinoth
Great defensive tool, will likely see play in control Warrior decks. Most likely to shine against spell Mages.
New Warrior Minion - Kargath Bladefist
The default version is decent enough, and the Prime is very strong. I can see it being played consistently.
New Hunter Minion - Helboar
1 Heath minions became much worse with the arrival of DH. The only thing this card has going for it is the fact there are no better Hunter one drops (though there is the Neutral 1 mana 2/2 which completely outclasses this).
New Druid Spell - Bogbeam
It's ok i guess. At turn 4 (because let's face it, druid will have 7 mana by then Kappa), dealing 3 is still retty decent.
New Warlock Spell - Unstable Felbolt
Very strong if used with no minions in play, and still good if it hits a friendly one regardless.
New Warlock Minion - Nightshade Matron
Amazing card when used with Hand of Gul'dan!
New Warlock Spell - Hand of Gul'dan
Great discard target, will definetly see play in midrange or control Warlock.
New Druid Minion - Imprisoned Satyr
I can already see myself topdecking a useless minion to absorb the mana reduction and lose my combo 9 times out of 10 if I ever decide to meme combo druid with this.
New Warlock Minion - Imprisoned Scrap Imp
Very strong card for arena, as it's one of the most useful of the Imprisoned cards.
New Warlock Spell - The Dark Portal
Easy to trigger its effect in control Warlock, so it may be a very strong card in the right deck.
Our Thoughts on Hearthstone's Ashes of Outland Hunter Cards
Just here to compliment the wit of Shadows, as always. Big ups on the Scar song for Mok'Nathal Lion. Now it's stuck in my head!
New Druid Spell - Overgrowth
The mana coming out empty is this card's biggest flaw, I think. To me, it's what makes Nourish as a mana ramping card pretty good, the fact you get 2 leftover mana (which is what I believe made the card cost 6 mana in the first place).
New Warlock Minion - Enhanced Dreadlord
Very strong minion, and a potential revival target for Karenthad.
New Warlock Spell - Shadow Council
Seems quite random, but can be good in late game if your hand isn't the best.
New Warlock Minion - Darkglare
Great stats and even greater effect. A must have in any midrange or control Warlock deck.
Our Thoughts on Hearthstone's Ashes of Outland Hunter Cards
I watch those streams not merely to get deckbuilding ideas, but also to watch how matches can turn up. Besides, its the only stream available if you want to get a feel for cards, especially since aggro decks tend to flourish in the first few weeks of a new expansion.
I'm specifically looking at the first few turns of play, and even with a poor deck most players kinda know what they need when facing down aggro decks. In this case, what I saw was dhunter being ahead 3 times out of 3 (a terrible sample size, but bear with me here, he only had so much patience with pally) from turn 1. Even a Consecration (the earliest board clear for pally) couldnt seal the deal. Just couldnt take over the board, and paladin cant even match up to card advantage let alone value in those games.
Maybe a few more early taunts in the deck? perhaps. But what I saw was a massacre.
And firebat's basically semi retired nowadays. More streamer than player. But hes not into memes, I can assure you. He played highlander dhunter for about 7 hrs straight (correct me if Im wrong) . Didnt even bother playing or trying anything else in that stream. Just playing what he thought was the best deck at the time.
New Warlock Minion - Kanrethad Ebonlocke
My favourite thing about this card is the art alone. I'll play it even if it's not good!
New Warlock Minion - Keli'dan the Breaker
Very strong if it can be played as a topdeck at the right time, but rather weak otherwise.
New Shaman Spell - Totemic Reflection
Good as a discover spell, but doubt it'll be included in many decks.
New Shaman Spell - Serpentshrine Portal
Glad to see another portal card after so long. They are aesthetically awesome!