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Clay unravels the Ninja scrolls and delves into the heart of expert Katsu play: managing the combat chain.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Clay DeAngelis

1 year ago

Since the fall of Belittle, many Fai decks have had to return to the shop and rethink their values. Joshua Kehe offers guidance on the many paths that lay before you.

by: Joshua Kehe

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

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

While many of you may not recall the incredible cinematic effort that shares a title with this piece, these 3 Ninjas are sure to have a lasting impact on the new meta.

by: Parker Brown

2 years 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

The difference between an aggro deck and a control deck is often less about the cards and more about the mindset. Derek Watring draws from 2 Road to Nationals wins as he explains how a change in perspective can gain card advantage in a game of inches.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Derek Watring

2 years ago

Off the back of a week 1 RtN win, Max Thomas talks us through what makes Midrange Katsu a premiere deck in today's meta.

by: Mark Chamberlain & Max Thomas

2 years ago

Sometimes, a Hero's ability is more of a guideline than a rule.

by: Alex Truell

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