ktom said:
DB_Cooper said:
QFT, and the biggest problem seasoned players will have in terms of enjoying the LCG-only environment, likely for a long time.
And DB: I'm glad someone else finally realized it. The Lannister Core Deck probably is at a disadvantage in an out-of-box Melee game. Personally, I believe that's because their type of control works best against a single opponent. In the LCG constructed Joust environment, Lannister is going to pimp-slap you 7 ways from Sunday with their steady draw, consistent control (never underestimate kneel-based character control) and intrigue proficiency.
Happy that we agree!
I've always talked about "potential" of Lannisters. And the funny thing is that it can do a heavy set up.
After that, Castellan of the rock + Enemy informer is just sick (should read: powerful) and Core Set Lannisters events are wounderful in the LCG format (think about Lannister pays his debts or, one of the best IMHO, Insidious way, that doesn't seem so powerful, but in the early game, is very efficient).
And in the end, I'd point out something that's more important than it seems: Intrigue. While Stark/Baratheon/Targ are well balanced in Icons (M and P), Lannisters have a surprisingly balancing between M and I...And Intrigue has not any consistant opponent in the format, without Martells.
Sorry if I replied with this enthusiasm, but if it wasn't clear: I'm Lannister inside. :-)
Hail to the Lion!