Update 11.5 Breathes New Life into Dragons in GWENT

The Return of the Shøp Event

Author: Jack Miller

The highly anticipated update 11.5 for GWENT, the popular online collectible card game, is set to bring a breath of fresh air to the realm of dragons. In addition to exciting changes to existing cards, players can look forward to the return of the Shøp Event and exclusive rewards. Brace yourselves for an exhilarating gaming experience as you embark on new adventures with these majestic creatures.

Unleashing the Power of Erblinie

A significant addition in update 11.5 is the introduction of a new keyword called Erblinie. This keyword allows players to enhance a specific card at the beginning of the game, based on the number of dragons in their starting deck. It adds a strategic element to gameplay, encouraging players to build decks centered around these mythical beasts. Unleash the true power of your dragons and dominate the battlefield with this exciting new mechanic.

Visual Enhancements and Card Adjustments

The update also brings visual enhancements to the game. When selecting a target with a defender on the opponent’s side, a new graphic effect will highlight the status effect and make all available targets in that row more visible. These improvements aim to enhance the overall gaming experience and make battles more engaging.

Alongside the visual updates, several cards have undergone adjustments to ensure balanced gameplay. Here are some of the key changes:

1. Myrgtabrakke:

•  Strength reduced from 5 to 4.
•  Recruitment cost increased from 7 to 12.
•  Ability changed: Erblinie.
• Deploy: Draw a dragon, then move a card from your hand to the bottom of your deck.
• Order: Deal 1 damage to an enemy unit.
• Charges: 0.
•  At the start of the game, set the number of charges to match your Erblinie [0].

2. Ocvist:

1. Recruitment cost increased from 10 to 12.
2. Ability changed: Erblinie.
3. Deploy: Generate Cataclysm in the opposite row for 2 turns.
4. Timer 3: Deal 1 damage to all enemy units.

3. Roach:

• Recruitment cost increased from 9 to 10.

4. Saesenthessis: Brand:

• Strength reduced from 5 to 1.
• Recruitment cost increased from 10 to 12.
• Ability changed: Erblinie.
• Whenever an enemy unit is destroyed or banished during your turn while this card is in your hand, deck, or battlefield, improve this card by 1.

5. Villentretenmerth:

• Recruitment cost increased from 11 to 13.
• Ability changed: Erblinie.
• Timer 3: Destroy the strongest unit(s) on the battlefield (excluding dragons under your control).

These are just a few examples of the card adjustments made in update 11.5. Each modification aims to maintain game balance and provide players with exciting new strategies to explore.

Additional Changes and Improvements

Apart from the significant updates mentioned above, update 11.5 also includes other notable changes to enhance the gaming experience. Some of these changes include:

1. Reduced recruitment cost for cards such as Caustic Saliva, Coral, and Dagur Dual Blade.
2. Improved graphic effects for Ghastly Bear when preventing an upgrade.
3. Revised deathwish ability for Octopus, allowing it to summon and improve based on the number of unique allied beasts.
4. Adjusted recruitment cost for Magic Compass.

These changes, combined with numerous others not mentioned here, promise an exciting and revitalized gameplay experience for GWENT enthusiasts.

In conclusion, GWENT’s update 11.5 unleashes the power of dragons with the introduction of the Erblinie keyword. Alongside exciting visual enhancements and card adjustments, players can expect an immersive and strategic gaming experience. Brace yourselves for epic battles, exclusive rewards, and endless possibilities as you explore the realm of dragons in GWENT.