The class forums have always been a bit tricky to nail down since they inevitably clash with class card threads in the Card Discussion forums. However, we try to evaluate each thread on its own terms to see if
the thread is redundant with an already active card thread: if this is the case it usually doesn't make sense to split up the discussion
the thread contains some class-specific (e.g. deck) discussion that exceeds the discussion of the card on its own merits
There is also a tendency to be stricter about these points during spoiler season where the influx of threads is much higher than well into the expansion. This is something that is at each moderator's discretion, but occasionally is discussed internally.
With this thread specifically, I feel that a discussion about the class forums is an important one to have, and there are some good points here. By having this thread in the Site Feedback forums, the site staff will look at it! Also, it has Evolved beyond a strictly Shaman discussion.
And another, more lighthearted observation: officially I should probably move this thread to another forum, possibly Site Feedback & Support, as this has very little to do with Shaman as a class. But have no fear, I won't.
Ah, but I will :)
This thread has been moved to Site Feedback and support since this is now a broader discussion about the role of the class forums.
That's not really an aggro shaman deck though lol.
Hmm, sorry if my idea wasn't clear--I suppose in aggro shaman, it's harder to get away with Overload 5 and a total board wipe since it's harder to rebuild your side than your opponent's side. The deck is just an idea of some synergy Elemental Destruction has with other cards that can be played in Shaman.
Honestly some of the most fun I've had playing as Shaman. Elemental Destruction is a really fun card, but the overload penalty is really harsh if you have no followup. With Lava Shock, it's mitigated, but also Volcanic Drake works really well with it.
Not sure how good it is outside of ladder, but I've had some success with it when I'm playing Paladin after paladin...
The Hearthstone team said the free pack was just for Tavern Brawl's "launch event" initially, which was an unspecified period of time. Frankly I'm surprised packs are still being awarded at all after so many weeks :P
Fine comments, but it seems a bit lazy. What's the point of a card like Ice Rager anyway? Also having Ice Rager and Magma Rager at the same rarity does have an effect on Arena sometimes.
I would like to see some variations on Sense Demons. It's a balanced tutor because:
It isn't attached to a body (i.e., the same effect on a minion would be much better for tempo)
It's random--a Hearthstone staple!
It requires some forethought in deck construction
In MtG, tutors help avoid problems intrinsic to the game design like mana screw, and large decks. It's trickier to pull off combos without them. In Hearthstone, I don't see the need for full-blown "search your deck for a specific card" because games are short and there's enough draw already--but things like Sense Demons are a good fit for the reasons above. There's still a lot of ground to explore with the idea though.
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Hi all, a few things:
The class forums have always been a bit tricky to nail down since they inevitably clash with class card threads in the Card Discussion forums. However, we try to evaluate each thread on its own terms to see if
There is also a tendency to be stricter about these points during spoiler season where the influx of threads is much higher than well into the expansion. This is something that is at each moderator's discretion, but occasionally is discussed internally.
With this thread specifically, I feel that a discussion about the class forums is an important one to have, and there are some good points here. By having this thread in the Site Feedback forums, the site staff will look at it! Also, it has Evolved beyond a strictly Shaman discussion.
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Definitely against the ToS. Don't do it, and certainly don't try to sell your account on the forums.
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There are several other active threads on this exact topic. Please continue posting there instead.
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League of Explorers is really fun :D I'd start there if that gold is burning a hole in your Hearthstone pocket.
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I enjoyed playing this deck on ladder:
Honestly some of the most fun I've had playing as Shaman. Elemental Destruction is a really fun card, but the overload penalty is really harsh if you have no followup. With Lava Shock, it's mitigated, but also Volcanic Drake works really well with it.
Not sure how good it is outside of ladder, but I've had some success with it when I'm playing Paladin after paladin...
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Thread has been moved to our Priest forum.
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Darnassus Aspirant. No complaints!
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I suggest replying to one of the many threads already open on this topic instead of starting your own.
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The Hearthstone team said the free pack was just for Tavern Brawl's "launch event" initially, which was an unspecified period of time. Frankly I'm surprised packs are still being awarded at all after so many weeks :P
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Missing Dr. Boom? Maybe GvG!
Classic is always a safe bet too. Looks like you're missing Sylvanas Windrunner and the druid epics.
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Fine comments, but it seems a bit lazy. What's the point of a card like Ice Rager anyway? Also having Ice Rager and Magma Rager at the same rarity does have an effect on Arena sometimes.
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I would like to see some variations on Sense Demons. It's a balanced tutor because:
In MtG, tutors help avoid problems intrinsic to the game design like mana screw, and large decks. It's trickier to pull off combos without them. In Hearthstone, I don't see the need for full-blown "search your deck for a specific card" because games are short and there's enough draw already--but things like Sense Demons are a good fit for the reasons above. There's still a lot of ground to explore with the idea though.
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