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With our first Living Legend event behind us, it's time to talk about the second string of contenders, and what angles they'll need to shoot to make their mark in a Starvo world.

by: Kevin Brayer

4 months ago

We begin our coverage of the new Living Legend format with a survey of the landscape - and a sample of what you might see.

by: Kevin Brayer

5 months ago

There is no better time to get into a hero whose potential has yet to be fully realized than before it inevitably happens.

by: Kevin Brayer

7 months ago

With the upcoming Skirmish Season 7 in mind, Teklo Industries is proud to present it’s newest invention: the Blitz sideboard!

by: Tim Bierholz

9 months ago

Peer into the darkness, where the Iron Maiden waits for her time in the shadows.

by: Kevin Brayer

9 months ago

Having laid out the premise, we begin our examination of FAB archetypes through the lens of fighting games.

by: Dylan Davis

9 months ago

Calls for bannings are nothing new in TCGs. Frank Hung and Joseph Cicchini offer thoughts on the latest controversial card - Codex of Frailty - and what constitutes a ban-worthy card in a game when power cards and power turns are essential to class identity.

by: Frank Hung & Joseph Cicchini

1 year ago

As the one successful Ranger before Outsiders, Lexi comes to the table with high regard. But with tools largely focused on Azalea and Riptide, can Lexi maintain credibility?

by: Andrew Henderson

1 year ago

Outsiders has renewed interest in the Ranger class, but before you invest in anything, make sure you're pursuing the deck that will resonate with you.

by: Alex Truell

1 year ago

Get deep into the mathematics of this game engine with a close look at Value, Tempo, and Initiative across several games, before applying the concepts to Flesh and Blood.

by: Max Dieckmann

1 year ago

Fai pushes the Ninja's wide combat chain toward explosive conclusions, making powerful use of a full hand.

by: Joshua Kehe

1 year ago

Katsu epitomizes the Ninja combo line strategy, maximizing the impact of his cards through careful sequencing and hand assembly.

by: Davis Tower Kingsley

1 year ago

Jumpstart your deckbuilding as we examine Dynasty's Runeblade card pool through the lenses of Chane, Briar, and Viserai.

by: Kevin Brayer & Mark Chamberlain

1 year ago

Far from your noble 'Robin Hood', the Assassin has no intention of giving away the silver stolen by the blade.

by: Alex Truell

1 year ago

Chane continues to make his presence felt in the Blitz format, and Kevin's here to remind you why.

by: Kevin Brayer

1 year ago

In a surprising turn of events, Michael Hamilton rode a Wounded Bull to victory at the US Nationals. Go in depth with the strategy and matchups of this unexpected Iyslander deck.

Has Command and Conquer, once the pinnacle of power in Flesh and Blood, lost some of its luster?

by: Davis Tower Kingsley

1 year ago

Build better decks and sideboards using the mystical powers of probability.

by: Jacob Wielgus & Will Reinhardt

1 year ago

Even without Stubby Hammerers, Fai is a strong choice in the current meta. As he's done with Boltyn, Will analyzes cumulative value across Fai's gameplan to create a framework which can evaluate possible card choices.

by: Will Reinhardt

1 year ago

Fai has made an explosive impact on the fresh Uprising tournament scene. Preparing for him is necessary for any competitive aspirations.

Fai, Rising Rebellion, is one of Uprising’s hottest new heroes; and while he may seem like a straightforward aggro deck, there is plenty to consider.

by: Frank Hung

1 year ago

Chane's access to banished power pushed him to the forefront of competitive play, earning him the title of Living Legend. Learn how to harness the power of the shadows.

by: Kevin Brayer

1 year ago

From the inception of the game, the Ninja class has been a cornerstone of the meta. In the wake of Briar's neutralizing, Katsu is primed for a comeback.

by: Nick Gabler

2 years ago

Frank Hung is an advocate for constructing your own deck, especially in the early stages of your FaB journey. But where do you begin?

by: Frank Hung

2 years ago

Skirmish season offers a significant format transition from the standards of the last several months. Drew Cordell helps you get your feet beneath you. This article covers the specifics of the Tales of Aria Skirmish season.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Drew Cordell

2 years ago

In a double feature, Jacob and Kevin explore both sides of Briar's elemental affinity.

If Road to Nationals has shown us anything, it's that Levia is the new Azalea. But what if everything we know about building and playing Levia is wrong?

by: Mark Chamberlain

2 years ago

While Chane steals the spotlight, Viserai is learning new tricks...

by: Kevin Brayer

2 years ago

Embrace the destructive power of a fully-unleashed Levia.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Drew Cordell

2 years ago

Jacob Smith, aka jokerjake7, shares his predictions for where the Constructed meta is going, how Chane fits into that, and how he deals with the other contenders.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Jacob Smith

2 years ago

In this 3-part series, Hayden Dale explores a side of Flesh and Blood Classic Constructed strategy that has been fairly untouched: aggressive decks. Today we wander into Katsu.

by: Hayden Dale

3 years ago

Drone of Brutality has become the first Flesh and Blood card to be banned from the two major formats! What does this mean for the game?

by: Steven Young

3 years ago

In his conclusive finale, Hayden resolves his deep dive into Ranger with some game plans, sideboarding, matchup-specific advice, and a word of warning of how not to play her.

by: Hayden Dale

3 years ago