Earth Unit that grows stronger during long battles || Splinterlands Endless Ape.
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Hi everyone, how are you? I hope you are all doing well. Today, I will discuss a specific card in the Splinterlands Earth unit—the Endless Ape. While it might seem ordinary at first glance, it has the potential to turn the tide of a battle under the right circumstances. The Endless Ape is a Common Earth unit with a unique trait: the longer the battle lasts and the more units are defeated, the more Health it gains. Let’s dive into the details of this card.
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At its current level, the Endless Ape boasts 4 Melee Damage, 3 Speed, 2 Armor, and 12 Health. With a Mana cost of 8, it may not always be the ideal choice for low-Mana battles; however, if you have sufficient Mana, it serves as a formidable unit for the frontline. At higher levels, the Endless Ape gains the "Reflection Shield" ability. This ability protects it from various forms of indirect or reflected damage—such as Blast, Thorns, Return Fire, and Magic Reflect. This is particularly crucial because the Endless Ape is a melee attacker; while melee attackers are typically vulnerable to Thorns or other reflected damage, the Reflection Shield significantly mitigates that risk.
The Endless Ape is generally best suited for the frontline position. Its base stats 12 Health and 2 Armor provide excellent initial durability. Furthermore, as units fall during the battle, the "Scavenger" ability allows the Endless Ape to gain additional Health. Consequently, in a prolonged battle, it can evolve from its initial state into a much more powerful unit by the end. This makes battle longevity its most significant attribute. Its survivability can be further enhanced by pairing it with various support units from the Earth team; for instance, a healing support unit can help keep the Endless Ape in the fight for a longer duration.
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The key to effectively using the Endless Ape is ensuring it stays in the battle for as long as possible. Instead of focusing solely on dealing high damage, one can build a team where the Endless Ape holds the frontline for an extended period. A combination of a solid support unit, healing capabilities, and adequate damage dealers can further enhance the Endless Ape's effectiveness. Furthermore, as units fall one by one during battle, the Scavenger ability allows the Endless Ape to gradually increase its health. However, the Endless Ape does have certain limitations. Firstly, its 8-mana cost can be problematic in low-mana battles. Secondly, its primary strength relies on the Scavenger ability; if a battle ends too quickly without enough units being defeated, the opportunity to gain extra health is diminished.
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In conclusion, the Endless Ape is a Common unit from the Earth Splinter in Splinterlands, distinguished primarily by its Scavenger ability. While its initial stats are decent, its true potential unfolds as the battle drags on. The combination of gaining health whenever a unit is defeated (via Scavenger) and protection against indirect damage (through the high-level Reflection Shield) makes the Endless Ape an interesting frontline option. If you enjoy playing long battles with Earth units, the Endless Ape could be a compelling addition to your card collection. I will wrap up my discussion on this card here. Thank you, everyone.
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