Best Hearthstone Decks In Perils In Paradise So Far!

Summary

In this Hearthstone video, Crystal F, a popular streamer and content creator, reviews the top 10 decks post-launch of the 'Perils of Paradise' expansion. Crystal highlights Shaman, Warlock, Demon Hunter, Death Knight, and Rogue decks, detailing their strategies and win rates. The summary includes deck variants, Mulligan strategies, and the importance of curving out effectively. The video serves as a guide for players looking to climb the ladder with high win rate decks in the current meta.

Takeaways

• 🔥 The new expansion 'Perils of Paradise' has brought about a variety of powerful decks with win rates above 60%, particularly in the diamond to Legend ranks.
• 🌈 Rainbow Shaman is a new deck that's performing well, utilizing early tempo plays, token generation, and cycling mechanics for aggressive strategies.
• 🔥 Shaman decks have the potential to draw powerful cards like Bloodlust, although it's a rare occurrence, and utilize cards like Carefree Cookie for cycling and evolving.
• 🎯 Shaman strategies also include using Flamethrower for extra damage and Gorgan 'Zoru' (presumably 'Gorgon Zoo') for tempo plays and efficient card draw.
• 💥 The deck 'Skirting Death' is mentioned, which seems to be a powerful combo involving a new card that can turn a minion's health to zero for a turn, dealing massive damage.
• 🧙‍♂️ Warlock decks, particularly Pain Warlock, are noted for their high damage output with new cards like Fearless Flame Jugglers and Party Fiend enhancing the deck's lethality.
• 🦹‍♂️ Demon Hunter, especially the Pirate variant, is strong with a focus on face damage and board clears, utilizing cards like Going Down Swinging for efficient clears.
• 💀 Death Knight decks are effective against board-centric strategies with new cards like Ghoul Knight providing strong board presence and Eliza's Ghostblade for burst damage.
• 🐉 Dragon Druid, while not as dominant due to the faster meta, still holds a place with new cards that enhance ramping and dragon synergies.
• 🛡 Control Warrior with Virus Control Warrior is a strong contender, utilizing a variety of removal and board control tools, including new cards for additional card draw and removal.
• ⚔️ Highlander Warrior and Mech Warrior are mentioned, suggesting that they are viable options, although not as dominant in the current meta.

Q & A

Who is Crystal 5 and what does he do in relation to Hearthstone?

Crystal 5 is a Hearthstone streamer, coach, and YouTube content creator who provides insights, strategies, and coaching for Hearthstone players.

What is the main topic of the video script?

The main topic of the video script is to discuss the best Hearthstone decks after the launch of the 'Perils of Paradise' expansion.

What type of Shaman deck is mentioned as performing well in the script?

The Rainbow Shaman deck, which focuses on tempo play and cycling cards with evolve effects, is mentioned as performing well.

What is the potential downside of the Rainbow Shaman deck mentioned in the script?

The potential downside is that your one-mana cards could turn into a Doomsayer, which is not beneficial for the player.

What are some of the key cards or mechanics in the Rainbow Shaman deck?

Key cards and mechanics include Carefree Cookie for cycling evolve effects, Trusty Companion for cycling, and Gorgan 'Zoru' for drawing overload cards.

What is the strategy for playing the Rainbow Shaman deck according to the script?

The strategy involves tempo play in the early turns, cycling cards for advantage, and using overload cards and the potential for a Bloodlust to gain extra damage.

Which other class besides Shaman is mentioned as having strong decks in the script?

Warlock, Demon Hunter, Death Knight, Rogue, and Warrior are mentioned as having strong decks in the script.

What is the general advice given for Mulligan strategy in the script?

The general advice for Mulligan strategy is to curve out with early game minions and not to keep too many one-drops to avoid running out of cards.

What are some of the new cards or mechanics introduced in the 'Perils of Paradise' expansion that are mentioned in the script?

New cards and mechanics mentioned include the Horn of the Windlord, the sigil for discounts, and the new Death Knight card Ghouls Knight.

What is the overall meta of Hearthstone according to the script?

The overall meta, according to the script, is still in its early stages post-expansion, with a focus on aggressive decks and a variety of new strategies emerging.

What caution does Crystal 5 give to Hearthstone players regarding crafting cards?

Crystal 5 advises players to be careful when crafting cards, as the meta is still early and subject to change, and nerfs are not expected in the near future.