Players constantly argue over whether randomness adds exciting unpredictability or ruins the integrity of esports.

Understanding exactly where randomness factors into the equation allows top players to mitigate its negative effects.

Starting Hands and Card Rotation

Your starting hand is entirely random, which can immediately put you at a massive disadvantage against an aggressive opening.

Professional players build their decks specifically to minimize the chances of a truly unplayable starting hand.

• Make the best play available with what you have.
• Track the opponent’s rotation after the first cycle.
• It adds excitement to the viewing experience.

Unit Targeting and Pathfinding

While developers strive to make AI as predictable as possible, the physics engine can occasionally create chaotic results.

Leaving a slight margin for error in your defensive placements is the best way to handle AI unpredictability.

Embracing the Chaos

The best competitors accept the chaos, focus on what they can control, and outplay the opponent regardless.

Over the course of a thousand games, the luck factor completely evens out for everyone.