Episode 79: A Praetorian Chat

Episode 79: A Praetorian Chat

Welcome back to the People's Guild. This week TPG has a general state of the union discussion on all things Praetoria.

We cover the recent development releases from Land 1.5 and Rebellion and all that has come alongside these.

Enjoy the show!

Splinterlands Community and Crypto Discussion

Bjangles and Hepthorn discussed the recent developments in the Splinterlands community. They noted that the land usage had reached around 10% and the value of SPS had doubled since the Azircon episode. They also discussed Bitcoin's resurgence and its impact on other cryptocurrencies, including SPS. Hepthorn disagreed with the notion that Bitcoin's success was causing a rally in SPS, suggesting that SPS's success was largely due to its own merits. They also touched on the impact of airdrops on the value of different coins and how the end of certain airdrops might have contributed to the volatility. Hepthorn suggested that the recent surge in SPS value might be due to Bitcoin's value increases. They ended the discussion on a positive note, with Hepthorn expressing enthusiasm about the community's activity.

Game Strategies and Experiences

Hepthorn and Bjangles discussed their experiences and strategies in a game they play. Hepthorn admitted to having difficulties with organization initially but has since found a tool to manage their plots and cards effectively. Hep has 15 plots, seven of which are in use, including one with high-value cards. Hepthorn also has a grain surplus and plans to set up more SPS mining and possibly invest in research, though they expressed confusion about the new research points system. Bjangles agreed to postpone discussions about the game's 2.0 white paper until they had more time to digest the information. They also discussed their experiences with land calculations in the game and expressed their preference for Runi's boost. Hepthorn contemplated using their second Runi for land. Hepthorn expressed frustration about their performance in the online game and their struggle to move up to the Gold League. Bjangles advised them to focus on the challenge function and get comfortable with the available resources in the Silver League.

Card Game Strategies and Experiences

Bjangles and Hepthorn discussed their experiences and strategies in a card game, focusing on new cards and strategies. Hepthorn shared their thoughts on their recent card openings, including a Goldfire legendary card they were considering selling. Both players expressed interest in certain new cards, such as the Chaos Jailer for death and the water card, Region Explosion. Bjangles mentioned their decision to buy Rebellion packs after seeing gameplay from the Dragon summoner, highlighting the game-changing abilities of Armored Strike and Ambush. They also touched on the topic of card prices, but no definitive decisions or next steps were outlined.

Card Game Discussion and Mechanics Exploration

Hepthorn and Bjangles engaged in a detailed discussion about the market trends and pricing of cards in a card game they play. Bjangles decided to purchase a promo card, Grimbardun Smith, due to its rarity and impact on the gameplay. They also explored the mechanics of a game they both play, focusing on the Dragon summoner mechanic, its effect on gameplay and aesthetics, and the smooth rollout of new features on the server. Hepthorn noted a slight decrease in game animations' speed post-update, while Bjangles reported attending the Rebellion launch party and the interesting perspective on UX design shared by SoyBoyRoy, the lead UX designer from the Splinterlands team.

Gaming Strategies and Card Values Discussed

Bjangles and Hepthorn had a detailed discussion about their gaming strategies and experiences. Bjangles shared their decision to sell their untame cards to focus on rebellion strategies, which sparked their renewed interest in the game. They touched upon the uncertainty of the game's value due to the impact of lands on wild gameplay. Hepthorn showed interest in the dragon card and the death card's potential, but noted its lack of redemption. They also explored the potential of certain cards like the BCX card and the advantages of defensive moves such as Forcefield and Reflection Shield. The conversation concluded with a discussion on the possibility of airdropping a character, Kain Hace, and the potential of purchasing more cards to enhance their gaming experience.

Card Prices and Strategy Discussion

Hepthorn and Bjangles had a conversation about the current prices of cards in their game. They noted that some were reasonable, especially compared to the past, and discussed the potential for these prices to fluctuate. They also discussed the impact of new cards like the armor strike on the game's balance. Hepthorn shared their strategy of using certain cards, like the Lurking Puffer, in specific positions.

Card Immunity and Balance in Game Discussion

Hepthorn and Bjangles discussed the perceived overpowered nature of certain card immunities in their game. They expressed frustration over the Forgotten One card's immunity to certain effects like Cripple and suggested that certain effects should apply to immune cards. They also discussed the need for balance in card effects and the potential for abuse of immunity. They pondered the impact of the upcoming release of five new cards, including one offering a double strike, on the game's Meta. They also discussed various card styles and strategies, such as the "ambush" and "flank" strategies, indicating their potential in different combinations.

Seminar Price, Land Usage, and Company Finance

Hepthorn and Bjangles discussed the price fluctuations of a seminar and the potential impact of certain neutral characters, such as Matt Roth and Grimard Smith. They also touched on the excitement surrounding spoiler lands and upcoming game developments, including a new set and land, as well as a 2.0 white paper. They discussed the successful implementation of a land management system and the potential impact of a grain market on land usage. They speculated that the introduction of a grain market might make land usage more appealing to players. They also referenced a previous conversation with Cryptomancer about the delay in releasing land 1.5 and suggested that this might lead to faster subsequent releases. Finally, they touched on the financial position of the company, noting that the doubling of BTC prices might have improved their situation.

New Card and Renaming Discussion in Guild Chat

Bjangles and Hepthorn discussed a new card with 16 mana and various attributes introduced into their guild chat. They speculated on its potential viability in their gameplay and compared it to elements from Lord of the Rings. Other cards in their game, including those with low mana but high utility, were also discussed. The possibility of renaming certain cards based on their abilities was brought up. Hepthorn shared that they had increased a card named Almo to Silver level and discussed the potential of another card, the Moxian Rebel, for its neutral card for 4 mana with weapons training. They also touched on the value of this card with camouflage, which increased from 60 cents to 1.27. Finally, they talked about the excitement within Hep’s gaming guild, Phoenix Rizen, about the game's new updates.

Card Game Strategy and Challenges

Hepthorn and Bjangles discussed the game strategy, with Hepthorn suggesting that holding packs might be more efficient for those not planning to level up their cards. Bjangles expressed that this strategy might not be as fun. They shared their current rankings and struggles, with Hepthorn expressing frustration over their recent losses. The episode ended with a card game challenge between the two, discussing strategies and difficulties, especially adapting to the 'Silver level' rules. Hepthorn won the game, expressing satisfaction despite not fully understanding the rule sets. The conversation ended on a positive note with both parties acknowledging future encounters.

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