Minimum Conflict Deck 1.0

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• 1.0

"What? Gandalf + Elrond? But then I can't use my Sneak Attack combo..."

"Sorry, you can't play with -Eowyn. I need -Eowyn for my deck."

"Is it okay if I play Glorfindel?" "No, I want Glorfindel." "Wait, I have Glorfindel, too ..."

"Deep Knowledge? You mean doomed? Go away, please!"

This deck is the solution if you want to avoid situations like those outlined above when

• joining a new group
• sitting down at a random-table at a larger convention
• introducing newbies to the game ("Here, grab this deck and play along").

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Deck concept:

The purpose of this deck is to avoid conflicts with other decks, while bringing some flexible stats and utility on the table.

• No doomed cards
• No side quests
• No uniques besides your single hero.

I chose Beravor as the default option, because her stats are well-balanced, and her ability is universally useful, especially with the contract. But if another player insists on using her, you can simply choose any alternative from the sideboard. If you pick a -hero, don't forget to exchange the songs, too, as your starting-attachment.

Synergies / mini-combos:

• The Outlands boost each other.
• The Eagles synergize with themselves, too, have fantastic allround-stats, and are excellent targets for A very Good Tale (both ways) and Timely Aid.
• Stargazer + Zigil give additional resources.

Strategy

In the early-game, try to abuse secrecy as best as possible. Resourceful is a card you want to mulligan for, in particular.

Note that you should play your -Events first in your planning phase.

Apart from that, pay attention to what is required. If your fellow-players need healing, bring in the Wardens. If treacheries are a problem, have A Test of Will (and a resource) ready. If there is the danger of location lock, concentrate on Outriders + Trackers. If someone needs cards, Beravor can provide them. ...

Successful playtesting

• Passage through Mirkwood (solo)
• Journey along the Anduin (solo)
• Foundations of Stone (solo)
• Voyage across Belegaer (2-handed)