Okay I got myself back into Splinterlands, was surprised and happy to see it's more free-to-play friendly now!
I got myself three cards and 1000 Glint in my first day. Not even sure what Merit means or is used for, and as soon as I hit Bronze II, I realise I need to rent
SPS is still a popular game.
Knew it was popular but very new to the soulbound cards (which you can get as free-to-play).