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Gladiator on a hex arena planning movement and knockback angles
ArticleTactical deckbuilders
16 min read

Alina of the Arena Beginner Guide: Positioning, Stamina, and Survival Tips

Learn how to survive early fights in Alina of the Arena by reading hexes, managing stamina, using knockback, and drafting cards that fix bad board states.

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A hand of cards displayed during an early roguelike deckbuilding battle.
ArticleRoguelike deckbuilders
9 min read

How to Evaluate Cards Early in a Run

A framework for judging early picks based on consistency, scaling, deck size, and what your first fights actually demand.

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A player studies cards and map routes on a dark fantasy screen.
ArticleRoguelike deckbuilders
10 min read

Common Beginner Mistakes in Roguelike Deckbuilders

The patterns that trip up new players early, from overstuffed decks to weak pathing decisions and bad short-term reads.

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