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About 9 days ago, I posted an article discussing the correct order for leveling up cards, In that post, I discussed rarities, keeping in mind all the new players who have no idea what they’re about, as well as the order in which I believe cards should be leveled up, considering the limited budget many players have—as is my case. If you have a larger budget, the order is completely different, since you should play more aggressively and go for cards that offer greater versatility and board control. That’s why, for those who haven’t seen that post, I’ll link it at the end of this post.
So today I want to expand on that information, but this time from the perspective of editing. You could say this is the second part of that post, and as I mentioned, we’ll cover recommended edits, how to properly manage resources and budgets, what kind of strategy you can apply, and a few other details that will surely be very useful for all of you. So, if you’re just getting started, this will be perfect for you.
If you missed the first post, I’ll just link it here so you can click HERE and read it before continuing with this one. After that, continue with this one and stick around until the end.
Which editions are worth buying in Splinterlands?
As I mentioned earlier, this post is aimed at users with limited funds, so I’ll proceed in that order to help those players—who I’m sure are quite numerous these days. So, pay close attention; the information is fairly straightforward, so you shouldn’t have any trouble:
More affordable editions
Chaos Legion: Without a doubt, this is currently the most affordable edition available in Splinterlands, and that’s because there’s a high supply of these cards. I won’t go into detail about that, but what is certain is that they’re great cards in terms of gameplay, so if you’re on a tight budget, this is the best option.
Rebellion and Conclave Arcana: These are the sets I’ve chosen because they represent the current meta, and the point of investing is to stay up to date. That’s why I’m not going with Untamed, Beta, or—let alone—Alpha, since the real demand is for these last two. Although I would prioritize “Arcane Conclave,” since it’s the newest set and will take much longer to transition to “Wild Format,” so it will remain in the meta for quite some time, and there are quite a few accessible “Common and Rare” cards. Epics and Legendaries depend on the specific card, but read the first post to see the order.
Cards Crafted as “Thessok Hunter”: I’m including them here because if you’re active in “Land Plots” and have resources, crafting these cards—though I have no idea if there’s still an opportunity to do so—is a good option, especially since they fall under the “Arcane Conclave” framework, and their abilities are quite strong and all part of the META.
Resource Management and the Budget
Here we’re taking things to a whole new level, since managing all your resources is almost as important—if not more so—than the battle strategy we use while playing. That’s why I’ve put together a series of practical tips for this section that you can use to manage your resources effectively, avoid wasting them, and handle other important details that are sure to help you:
Budget Management and Strategies
Buying or Opening Packs: This is a pretty common question in the community, but if your resources are limited—which is the focus of this post—and you just want to play, buying individual cards and building your deck from there will always be the best option. On the other hand, buying “Packs” isn’t a bad idea, but you shouldn’t open them; they should serve as a medium- to long-term investment—but only for those still available in stores. Since those that are out of stock and can only be obtained through “Hive Engine” involve speculating on their price, this can be riskier and doesn’t guarantee you’ll make a profit.
Using GLINT: This is something I’ve said many times: managing your GLINT will help you a lot as you progress through the game, especially if you’re new. The right way to use it is in the shop to buy “Draws” of specific rarities so you can gradually complete the current reward deck. Of course, that’s not all—you should also buy chests and always keep a reserve for “Energy” and any other “Items” you might need, such as positions.
Free-to-Play: This is one of the "Free" modes where you can earn "Foundations" cards, especially in Campaign mode and then by playing "Frontier" mode.
Moderate Spending: Here, I recommend renting high-level cards to move up a league, which will earn you more SPS. Of course, you should have a good amount of SPS in staking, which you can also rent, but the key here is that you own your “Archons,” since they are the most expensive; that way, “renting” will be much more affordable.
Competitive: You should try to acquire "Black Foil" cards—not just because of their high market value, but because they can give you a significant advantage in the game. While this is difficult, you could earn a huge reward in one fell swoop. It requires luck, but it could help you win more and reinvest those winnings to complete your deck.
Conclusion
I hope this post has helped you round out the information from the first part. Now, with all these tips, you have a complete guide on what to do to balance a deck properly on a tight budget. Of course, this will take time, but the key is consistency, so stick with it, and I’m sure you’ll see results in the medium and long term.
What did you think of the information? If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment on this post—I’ll be happy to answer them.
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