So me and my buddy were interested in Grand Archive on release but our area doesn't do well with new card games. We got talking and I picked this up cause I liked some of the old Cleric cards tht were locked to class bonus. We played our first game in a while (Silvie starter versus Arisanna starter) I lost but honestly enjoyed the deck and plan to use this video to improve the deck and my playing it.
I genuinely don't see potions being fast enough. The herbs are good. But I plan on stripping this deck down, switching to fire for draw power and dropping floats . Orb of glitter and orb of regret and then go heavy on the glimpse/starcalling mechanic
I'm thinking of picking up this game, and I have a few question: 1. Is this one of those meta deck decides who win type game (like Yugioh)? 2. For new player, do you suggest buying standard/starter deck? 3. Do you have to update your deck very frequently everytime a new booster pack comes out? 4. Any other suggestion?
Hey, great questions. I'll do my best to answer them. 1. Deck building is not as strict/archetypal as in YGO. There are decks that are better or worse than others, of course - and decks that are good/bad matchups. One of the bigger recent events - the invitational NA Nationals - had 7 different decks in the top 8 with variants on aggro, midrange, and control, and at least one deck that was entirely new to the meta at that event (brewed by some of the best players in the game). Even in bad matchups, though, either player can certainly win and there's a huge amount of player skill input in the game. 2. For a new player, the starter decks will get you a playable deck but will need adjustment to keep up with more refined decks. Of the starters, Lorraine (Warrior), Tonoris (Guardian), Rai (Mage), and Diana (Ranger) are the most effective out of the box, and can be made more competitive with the least adjustment. In Set 4, we're getting new deck products called Re:Collection decks that we expect to be more competitive out of the box as well. 3. Not really, so far. Keep in mind we are only 3 sets in right now, but the way it seems to work is that a lot of your general strategy exists within the sets that support the champion you are playing, and only a few cards in each set might be interesting or useful to that strategy. I expect, for example, Lorraine decks to use a lot of the cards she got in Set 1 and 2 for a long time, with Set 3 only adding a few interesting tweak options if you wanted to pursue those or found them useful in a given metagame. But a new warrior that might be introduced in, say, Set 5, might be just as viable, and would probably use a mix of Set 5 cards and the good Warrior cards from Sets 1-2. So a player who really likes a particular champion can probably get away with minimal updates overtime, while a player who likes a general CLASS might find themselves switching things up slightly more often, and players who like a particular ELEMENT or just like all the classes will find new things to play in each set if they want to. 4. The last suggestion I have is just that, if you do give the game a try, keep in mind that it is highly skill intensive, and good players with good decks will perform better right away! It takes a little bit to develop the right set of skills and thinking in GA, and that's coming from someone with 20+ years of TCG experience already. But sticking with it and figuring out how the play lines work will result in more wins, so if it doesn't immediately come naturally to you (it doesn't for most everyone), don't be discouraged and have fun with the journey! At the highest level, the game has insane skill, and is super rewarding when you can start to reach that level. Hope that helps, and have fun!
@@MaindeckGames Thanks for the reply, from what I gathered so far money might be the biggest problem to me, cause I heard there are cards that are used almost in every deck and is very expensive, like dungeon guide or a card that has a picture of ring and lets you draw one.
Challenging to play yet highly rewarding 🤔 say no more you have this pirates interest🥰 How well dose this deck fair currently? I just have both RE: Collection decks atm however I’m bored with the Tristan deck😤 and my mom absconded with the Silvie deck😂 so I’m looking for something new…… Arisanna really peeked my interest
That's something I love about GA! It has both effective aggro/combat focused decks, and really great combo/control decks that are reminiscent of powerful competitive decks from MTG, etc! Lots of variety in gameplay so people can find the style that fits them best!
Is Arisanna a good starter deck for a new player? I have been playing MtG for almost 20 years and I like control decks (never played at high-level events though).
Yep, it just gives you a temporary boost to your level "count", it doesn't allow you to change which base level card your champ is at! Easy mistake, no worries!
So me and my buddy were interested in Grand Archive on release but our area doesn't do well with new card games. We got talking and I picked this up cause I liked some of the old Cleric cards tht were locked to class bonus.
We played our first game in a while (Silvie starter versus Arisanna starter) I lost but honestly enjoyed the deck and plan to use this video to improve the deck and my playing it.
Glad to hear it! Stick with it, it's tricky but really rewarding to get good at!
Man I need to step up my content creation game. These deck overviews have been incredible! Thank you for the inspiration.
Thank you so much!! These were a bit of work but I hope they are clear and useful for people!
Great initial breakdown, I've been having a ton of fun playing with Astra and looking forward to ALC release!
Great video! Ill love to see this for all class starter packs! It help give my friends an idea of what class they wanna play
Thank you! I do think it would be nice to continue these for the future, and people seem to enjoy them!
Can't wait to get my hands on this deck!
I genuinely don't see potions being fast enough. The herbs are good. But I plan on stripping this deck down, switching to fire for draw power and dropping floats . Orb of glitter and orb of regret and then go heavy on the glimpse/starcalling mechanic
There are lots of directions you can take it for sure! Fire can definitely help her get to 3 fast and efficiently!
I'm thinking of picking up this game, and I have a few question:
1. Is this one of those meta deck decides who win type game (like Yugioh)?
2. For new player, do you suggest buying standard/starter deck?
3. Do you have to update your deck very frequently everytime a new booster pack comes out?
4. Any other suggestion?
Hey, great questions. I'll do my best to answer them.
1. Deck building is not as strict/archetypal as in YGO. There are decks that are better or worse than others, of course - and decks that are good/bad matchups. One of the bigger recent events - the invitational NA Nationals - had 7 different decks in the top 8 with variants on aggro, midrange, and control, and at least one deck that was entirely new to the meta at that event (brewed by some of the best players in the game). Even in bad matchups, though, either player can certainly win and there's a huge amount of player skill input in the game.
2. For a new player, the starter decks will get you a playable deck but will need adjustment to keep up with more refined decks. Of the starters, Lorraine (Warrior), Tonoris (Guardian), Rai (Mage), and Diana (Ranger) are the most effective out of the box, and can be made more competitive with the least adjustment. In Set 4, we're getting new deck products called Re:Collection decks that we expect to be more competitive out of the box as well.
3. Not really, so far. Keep in mind we are only 3 sets in right now, but the way it seems to work is that a lot of your general strategy exists within the sets that support the champion you are playing, and only a few cards in each set might be interesting or useful to that strategy. I expect, for example, Lorraine decks to use a lot of the cards she got in Set 1 and 2 for a long time, with Set 3 only adding a few interesting tweak options if you wanted to pursue those or found them useful in a given metagame. But a new warrior that might be introduced in, say, Set 5, might be just as viable, and would probably use a mix of Set 5 cards and the good Warrior cards from Sets 1-2. So a player who really likes a particular champion can probably get away with minimal updates overtime, while a player who likes a general CLASS might find themselves switching things up slightly more often, and players who like a particular ELEMENT or just like all the classes will find new things to play in each set if they want to.
4. The last suggestion I have is just that, if you do give the game a try, keep in mind that it is highly skill intensive, and good players with good decks will perform better right away! It takes a little bit to develop the right set of skills and thinking in GA, and that's coming from someone with 20+ years of TCG experience already. But sticking with it and figuring out how the play lines work will result in more wins, so if it doesn't immediately come naturally to you (it doesn't for most everyone), don't be discouraged and have fun with the journey! At the highest level, the game has insane skill, and is super rewarding when you can start to reach that level.
Hope that helps, and have fun!
@@MaindeckGames Thanks for the reply, from what I gathered so far money might be the biggest problem to me, cause I heard there are cards that are used almost in every deck and is very expensive, like dungeon guide or a card that has a picture of ring and lets you draw one.
Challenging to play yet highly rewarding 🤔 say no more you have this pirates interest🥰
How well dose this deck fair currently?
I just have both RE: Collection decks atm however I’m bored with the Tristan deck😤 and my mom absconded with the Silvie deck😂 so I’m looking for something new…… Arisanna really peeked my interest
Arisanna is more playable now with the new Proxia's vault card Polaris, Twinkling Cauldron! Make sure to print out a copy to play with!
Coming from mtg, Cleric really reminds me of those durdley artifact decks like KCI
That's something I love about GA! It has both effective aggro/combat focused decks, and really great combo/control decks that are reminiscent of powerful competitive decks from MTG, etc! Lots of variety in gameplay so people can find the style that fits them best!
Thanks for the video :D
When using Barter herbs do you get the sacrifice effect of the herbs?
You do not, you simply exchange them for new ones. You have to choose to activate them with their Sacrifice effects to get the effects!
Is Arisanna a good starter deck for a new player?
I have been playing MtG for almost 20 years and I like control decks (never played at high-level events though).
Heck yeah, I am drawn to Arisanna the way I am drawn to Tamer.
Probably have a 0-0-3 on comps though. Lol
Astra and Starfall feel good to activate and resolve. Damage prevention doesn’t feel worth when Ranger is doing damage that can’t be prevented 😢
Im still confuse with inherited effect 😅
So can Lv2 Arisanna uses her inherited effect skill or i need Lv3 Arisanna to use it ?
It can be used on both level 2 and level 3!
@MaindeckGames thank you, I've being play it wrong then 😆🤣
The +1 Level doesn't level up your champ? I think I played it wrong
Yep, it just gives you a temporary boost to your level "count", it doesn't allow you to change which base level card your champ is at! Easy mistake, no worries!
Essence of blizzard Deal 1 damage first and if rested you deal lvl damage? Im i right?
Essence of blizzard
"....featuring the adorable Arisanna."
*cat nuzzles the deck box*
Nyaa-risana... 😺
Arisa-nyaa... 😸
Ok i am out. XD
That was Milk! I couldn't tell her she couldn't be in the video since she loves Arisanna so much, so she just got a fun cameo!
Cometfall is such an unfair card! I can't believe they made a card that lets cleric clear the field AND deal damage to my champion for FREE
It’s fine
You mean like flame sweep 🤷🏻♂️
Rai: [Laughs in Purge in Flames]
Tbf almost all card game that have cleric or cleric affiliate always have board sweep