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.
Initial Deck Shuffling
The most prominent RNG element in card-based battlers is the initial four cards you are dealt at the start.
Professional players build their decks specifically to minimize the chances of a truly unplayable starting hand.
- Flexibility is a skill.
- Remove the guesswork from the mid-game.
- It adds excitement to the viewing experience.
Troop Movement Quirks
Sometimes a unit will retarget unexpectedly due to a micro-movement by another troop, completely ruining your defensive setup.
Leaving a slight margin for error in your defensive placements is the best way to handle AI unpredictability.
| Genre Type | Randomness Impact |
|---|---|
| Drafting Games | Skill comes from long-term statistical management |
| Standard Tower Rush | Highly skill-dependent after the first 30 seconds |
The Mental Game
The most important skill regarding RNG is learning how to control your emotions when luck inevitably turns against you.
If you are stuck in a lower arena, it is because of your fundamental mechanics, not the random number generator.
