[LEGEND] Control Hunter (65% WINRATE)
- Last updated Feb 28, 2019 (Level Up Nerf)
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Wild
- 11 Minions
- 14 Spells
- 3 Weapons
- Deck Type: Ranked Deck
- Deck Archetype: Unknown
- Crafting Cost: 10480
- Dust Needed: Loading Collection
- Created: 2/25/2019 (Level Up Nerf)
- Mur0
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Hi guys! After 5 years of Hearthstone, Control Hunter is finally here!!!
I just want to say that I love playing meme control hunters, and for the past 2 years after every expansion I experimented with different builds to make Control Hunter viable. I've tried everything, from the basic beast package with Kathrena Winterwisp to OTK combos with Emeriss . I even tried board clear combos with Toxic Arrow. The craziest I did was Wild Pyromancer + Deathspeaker + Toxic Arrow + any other spell to clear the scariest boards of Taunt Druid. But every time the best winrate that I had with the deck was around 50% and after some time I had to return to a different deck to climb to legend.
But finally, after all the balance changes, in this exact meta I present you the Control hunter list with which I managed to get 65% winrate and climb to legend!
If this post manages to get 30 upvotes I will write a basic strategy guide, mulligan and card choices/replacements!
Guys,thank you for all of the support!!! Feel free to post all of your ideas in the comments, I'll try to discuss them with all of you!
General strategy
You'll have to adjust your strategy a lot depending on what deck you are facing. Don't underestimate the tempo part of the deck. This is a Hunter deck so you always have to keep in mind that you have the opportunity for going face and finishing up the game with Steady Shot. Also the deck runs the Lesser Emerald Spellstone + secrets package, 2x Animal Companion, weapons and a lot of efficient removal, so it can actually finish up games fast enough with a better starting hand.
The main weakness of the deck is the Combo archetype. Versus combo decks you have to try to be as aggressive as possible and win the game early because you are never going to survive the damage of Combo Priest for example.
Versus Control decks you'll have to try to outvalue your opponent by using your 3 main value generating cards: Deathstalker Rexxar, Zul'jin and Elise the Trailblazer. Keep card draw cards against slower decks, but never keep or play them against decks that you think will end up going to fatigue like Odd Warrior. Also don't rush your secrets if you don't absolutely need them, try to keep them for Lesser Emerald Spellstone.
Versus Aggro decks you are always trying to survive. Use your secrets and removals to stop their early game aggression and try to stabilize with your healing/armour cards. Never keep Zilliax because of the 1 copy of Corpsetaker
General mulligan
Always keep: Lesser Emerald Spellstone, Animal Companion and Candleshot. With Lesser Emerald Spellstone keep Explosive Trap, Wandering Monster and Secret Plan. With Candleshot keep Bloodscalp Strategist, the card is actually amazing against everything.
VS Aggro:
Keep: Explosive Trap, Wandering Monster and Secret Plan regardless of spellstone, Flanking Strike and Corpsetaker.
VS Control:
Keep: Deathstalker Rexxar, Elise the Trailblazer, Zul'jin and possibly Stitched Tracker if you have a good enough hand. If you are NOT facing fatigue decks you shall keep Loot Hoarder and Witchwood Piper.
Card replacements
First of all I want to say that the version you are currently seeing is made to have the best chances for wining vs the whole meta. I tried to tech in cards to help me beat both Aggro and Control.
VS Aggro:
Replace Crushing Walls with another secret and you can remove some of the card draw or Stitched Tracker for more taunt minions.
VS Control:
Replace Corpsetaker with Houndmaster Shaw.
VS Combo:
Try to fit in Mojomaster Zihi or Nerubian Unraveler depending on the deck you want to beat.
BUDGET replacements:
Deathstalker Rexxar and Zul'jin are irreplaceable unfortunately.
Elise the Trailblazer is also very important for the Control matchups but you can try to replace her with another value generating card like Marin the Fox, Arcane Dynamo or even Cybertech Chip. You can also replace her by adding another solid 5 drop.
The Lich King can easily be replaced by Stonehill Defender.
Zilliax can be replaced by Rotten Applebaum or Stonehill Defender, but if you are cutting him you should ALSO cut Corpsetaker 100%.
Corpsetaker can be replaced by Shroom Brewer or Saronite Chain Gang.
Crushing Walls can be replaced by another secret or Arcane Dynamo.
Here's a great video made by a fellow HS enthusiast kiwiinbacon showcasing the power of the deck. He reviewed my [TOP 5 LEGEND] Egg Hunter before and If you want to see more great HS content you should go and check his youtube account:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ArNKE0vzsClKov3CKBG1A
Maybe I can do something in the future ;)
Have you tried Reno Hunter in Wild? It sounds like something you would enjoy playing.
I usually play only Standart but lately I am thinking about experimenting in the Wild format too. If I have enough time I'll Probably try it after I get Legend in the next season,
Very nice deck!
Thank you! ^^
What is the purpose of Witchwood Piper?
I find her useful.
Lol my thoughts as well. Seems odd, but has been useful.
4 mana 3/3 draw 1 is just good, but in this deck it also draws a card that in turn draws or generates a card
Thank you
I couldn't have said that better than calico ;)
Replacement for Elise the Trailblazer?
I would like to know as well?
Right now I put Baited Arrow, decent 5 drop with tempo potential.
This question was already asked. I posted replacements ideas in the replies in the comments below ;)
Something that can generate a good amount of value for late game if you're facing a lot of control.
As Muro said in the deck description:
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Elise the Trailblazer is also very important for the Control matchups but you can try to replace her with another value generating card like Marin the Fox, Arcane Dynamo or even Cybertech Chip. You can also replace her by adding another solid 5 drop.
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I'd also suggest replacing it by another secret/early drop if you're facing a lot of aggro decks such as odd rogue :)
dude, idk how it does it, but this deck is amazing. just went 10-1 with a 7 game win streak. never thought a control hunter deck would actually work.
big thumbs up to you, sir!
Well Met! I created a video showcasing this deck. I hope that you will enjoy it and learn something new. Thanks and cheers!
Thanks for the great content! I think that you've played the deck close to perfection! I especially liked the turn 2 play that you made by not playing the Loot Hoarder! I hope you are having a lot of fun by playing the deck :)
I really enjoy unique creations especially when you can win few games with it. I hope that one day i will be able to test out your new deck list! ;)
Was hoping Emeriss might make an appearance...