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Introduction
Another post in this series. Thank you for your support in the previous posts 😊
This series intends to determine if there are other aspects of cards that may contribute to increasing its value. Based on your feedback I can focus on more/other things – so feel free to tell me where you want me to go into further detail.
I include some analysis on where the cards fit in terms of gameplay, strategy, comparison with other cards, and a market analysis of its price. Feel free to suggest what more do you want me to look into in this series, and your support is much appreciated!
In this edition I will be looking at the Noa the Just.
Gameplay Analysis
Noa the Just is an Epic Water Monster from the Chaos Legion Reward Set. As a low-mana support unit, Noa offers valuable utility through its abilities and stats, making it a strategic addition to Water teams in Splinterlands.
Mana Cost: 4
Attack Type: None (Utility)
Abilities by Level
Level 1: Rust (Reduces the Armor of all enemy monsters)
Level 3: Dodge (Increases chance of evading Melee and Ranged attacks)
Level 5: Backfire (If an enemy misses this Monster with an attack, the attacker takes 2 damage)
Level 6: Martyr (When this Monster dies, adjacent Monsters get +1 to all stats)
Level-Based Insights
Level 1: Starts with Rust, effectively reducing the Armor of all enemy monsters, which is particularly useful against Armor-reliant teams.
Level 3: Gains Dodge, increasing its evasion against Melee and Ranged attacks, thereby improving its survivability on the battlefield.
Level 5: Acquires Backfire, punishing enemies that miss their attacks, adding an extra layer of deterrence against high-speed opponents.
Level 6: Obtains Martyr, boosting the stats of adjacent allies upon its death, making it a valuable sacrificial unit in strategic plays.
Comparative Analysis
How does this card compare to other similar ones?
Vs. Merdaali Guardian: While Merdaali Guardian provides healing support, Noa the Just offers offensive utility through Rust and defensive capabilities with Dodge and Backfire, as well as a potential team buff with Martyr.
Vs. Hardy Stonefish: Hardy Stonefish is a basic low-mana melee attacker with no abilities, whereas Noa provides significant support utility without direct attacks.
Key Takeaway
Noa the Just is a versatile support unit that debuffs enemy Armor, enhances its own survivability through evasion and retaliatory damage, and can boost ally stats upon death. Its low mana cost and utility-focused abilities make it a valuable asset in various team compositions.
Synergies
Kulu Mastermind: Pairs well with Noa, as Martyr can boost Kulu Mastermind's stats upon Noa's death, enhancing its offensive capabilities.
Baakjira: As a tank, Baakjira benefits from Noa's Rust ability, making enemy attacks more effective, and can receive a stat boost from Martyr.
Merdaali Guardian: Positioned adjacent to Noa, Merdaali Guardian can receive a stat boost from Martyr, allowing it to heal allies more effectively while contributing to damage output.
Ruleset Performance
Favorable Rulesets:
Little League: Noa's low mana cost makes it an excellent choice in battles where only low-mana monsters are permitted.
Armored Up: The Rust ability becomes particularly valuable, negating the additional Armor granted to enemies.
Equal Opportunity: With its evasive abilities, Noa can survive longer and potentially trigger Backfire damage against multiple attackers.
Challenging Rulesets:
Unprotected: Since monsters have no Armor in this ruleset, Noa's Rust ability loses its effectiveness.
Up Close & Personal: Given that only Melee attack monsters can be used, Noa's lack of direct attack makes it unusable in such scenarios.
Market Analysis
Price Overview
Regular Foil: Not applicable (soulbound)
Gold Foil: Not applicable (soulbound)
Investment Potential
Not applicable (soulbound)
Conclusion
Noa the Just is a strategic support unit that offers Armor reduction, self-preservation through evasion and retaliatory damage, and a final boost to allies upon death. Its low mana cost and versatile abilities make it a must-have for players looking to strengthen their Water team compositions in various battle scenarios.
What do you think about this card? Do you use it in your lineups? Share your experiences in the comments and let me know which card you'd like me to analyze next!
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