Hello Splinterlands warriors!
In today’s post, I want to casually share my experience playing in the brawl with my beloved guild, ClaNFT. It’s been a while since I last talked about brawls—though this feature has always been one of my favorites. Why? Because this is where I get to show off my old card collection that rarely sees action in modern ranked play.
Since the modern format shifted its focus to the Rebellion and Conclave Arcana sets, my cards from Chaos Legion and earlier feel like display pieces on a shelf. Yet, that’s exactly where the core strength of my collection lies! And with no Wild Pass access lately, I missed out on the chance to actually use my beloved cards. Luckily, brawls came to the rescue—pure nostalgia.
This week, I was assigned to Fray 11, which means… all cards are allowed! I swear, it felt like coming home. I got to bring out my old favorites again. I also noticed that some of my guildmates were placed in frays that focused on newer sets, which suited their collections perfectly. It was a smart allocation, in my opinion—because brawls aren't about having the newest cards, but about maximizing what you’ve got.
Once I jumped into battle, reality hit me—Fray 11 is tough, man! My opponents weren’t new to the game. They had maxed-out old cards and solid strategies. Out of six battles, I only won two. The other two victories came from opponents who didn’t submit a team. So, in total: four wins, four losses.
To be honest, I was surprised at how some of my older cards, like Night Reaper and Dragon Spirit, still made a big difference. Of course, not all my strategies worked out. In one match, I got overconfident using USUT under an equal opportunity ruleset—ouch, my attacks just bounced off IZIAR! But I learned my lesson. Brawls aren’t just about powerful cards, but about reading rulesets and understanding your opponents.
Despite losing four battles, I wasn't disappointed. I managed to fill all my slots before the deadline—and that matters a lot in brawls. Sometimes we focus too much on winning and forget that consistency is also rewarded here. The key is not to leave empty slots that can cost the guild a win.
One thing I felt deeply during this brawl was the bond within the guild. Even though I only won four matches, some of my guildmates went undefeated. They kept cheering in the chat, and in the end? We landed in fourth place.
Okay, not the podium—but still something to be proud of. Because every contribution—big or small—counts. And to newer players, let me say this: don’t be afraid to join brawls. This is where you’ll learn the most. Study your opponents' card combos, understand positioning and rulesets, and most importantly: don’t be afraid to lose.
If you’ve got an old card collection gathering dust in this modern meta, give brawls another shot. It’s not just a battlefield—it’s a place for nostalgia, strategic growth, and most importantly: to have fun with your community.
See you in the next brawl—and I hope you get to proudly use your favorite cards once again!
If you’ve ever felt unsure where to play your old cards, try jumping back into brawls—especially the open Frays that allow all card series. They’ll bring the nostalgia and might even reignite your love for your old collection.
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