Scholarships take different forms and shapes in Splinterlands, and one of them that I've put into practice is to give one of my friends one of my ALT accounts and let him do his best. It was late in the evening when he called me, stating that he wanted to start playing Splinterlands, and as I had a bit of time on my hands, I did a flash training on the game. He is familiar with strategy games (probably better than me), so he understood pretty quickly the mechanics of the game and the tokenomics surrounding it. The price wasn’t motivational at that point, but the opportunity and potential were there.
Summoners
I started by introducing him to Summoners, who act as the backbone of any team in Splinterlands. These characters don't attack directly but instead empower the creatures they summon to the battlefield, granting them extra health, attack, or unique abilities depending on the summoner’s level and type. I explained that investing in a strong summoner gives you the advantage of calling forth a more powerful lineup of creatures, which is essential for winning battles and progressing. We covered the types of summoners and how each has its own element or focus—such as fire, water, or earth—which in turn shapes the kinds of creatures you can use in a match. With this, he began to understand how summoner choice would be crucial in battle outcomes. And luckily enough for him, I had some good early summoners (Beta edition).
Units
Once he got a handle on the summoners, we dove into the variety of Units or creatures he could summon. Each card has unique stats, from attack power and health to armor and speed. I explained that one of the keys to building a winning deck is understanding these stats and matching them with a summoner's strengths. For instance, placing high-speed cards with a summoner that boosts speed can create an early-game advantage. We also talked about the importance of the Mana cost each creature has, which directly influences how many units he could field in any given battle. At first, he focused on the units with the highest attack, but he quickly learned that a balanced team—tanks in the front, damage dealers in the middle, and support in the back—is usually more effective. And above all the units skills need to be corelated with the battle rules in order to maximize the chances of winning.
Special Units - Gladiators
I introduced him to Gladiators, a unique class of units with extraordinary abilities and stronger stats than regular creatures. These units are rare, and only players in guilds or using special summoners can access them in certain battle modes. Gladiators add a twist to team composition and can turn the tide in challenging matches. Gladiators raw power and unique abilities make them highly sought after. I explained how participating in Guild Brawls could allow him to earn these powerful units and leverage them in competitive play, adding another layer to his strategy.
Guilds
Guilds play a significant role in Splinterlands, providing a sense of community and competitive rewards. I explained that joining a guild would allow him to participate in Guild Brawls, where he could fight alongside other guild members and earn valuable rewards, such as SPS (Splintershards) and Merits, which can be used to acquire Gladiator packs. Guilds also offer specific benefits like a bonus to battle rewards. Building reputation in a guild also opens up future opportunities for collaboration and learning from seasoned players, which would further refine his game knowledge and skills.
Tournaments
Finally, we discussed Tournaments, one of the exciting ways for players to earn rewards and test their skills against other Splinterlands players worldwide. I explained that tournaments come in various formats, such as Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Diamond leagues, and each has different entry requirements based on card level or league rank. As he builds his collection and skills, tournaments will be a fantastic way for him to earn more rewards and gain prestige within the community. While I am not a big tournaments player, I didn't insist too much on it.
With the overview of the summoners and units skills, battle types, guilds and generic gameplay hints, my friend was ready to dive into Splinterlands, armed with the essentials to grow and succeed. This scholarship approach—handing over an ALT account and sharing tips on gameplay, guild benefits, and tournament participation—proved to be a rewarding experience for us both, building his enthusiasm for the game and strengthening our bond within the Splinterlands community. And at some point I think he was even doing better then me on the battlefield, thus proving that my teachings were not too shabby.
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How long did it take you to show him the ropes? I learned how to play splinterlands three years ago and it took me over 6 months to actually master how to play. So is this person going to be playing on your behalf with your other account?
I showed him around for 1 or 2 days. I presented my preferred formations and to what he needs to pay attention. I've installed KeyChain and gave him the keys (I trust him) and after that he figured the rest for himself. He is quite an avid gamer, thus his results reflect that.
Well, some day, do well to post some of his progress along the way.
It appears you lectured your friend well and you were also generous enough to give him the ALT account to begin SPS with. With time he will become a seasoned player and will have you to thank. Thanks for writing and happy Sunday.
Thanks, one more player to the game and my ALTs won't be dormant anymore.
Thanks for sharing! - @alokkumar121
