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Valentine’s REM Review and Analysis Feb 2020

February 10, 2020 Mantastic 28 Comments

Introduction

The Valentine’s Rare Egg Machine will be making a return to North America this coming Monday and with it comes two new cards along with a brand new evolution for Sonia.

Sadly, this event feels like it is aging worse and worse due to the bottom rarity cards being neglected/receiving meaningless buffs. With that being said, it is the best opportunity to acquire a Gemstone Princess should you be lacking burst actives that scale with specific awakenings. While this type of active has merits, it is somewhat on the decline due to higher and higher multipliers often being sufficient for most content.

With that being said, this is a skip-able event unless one enjoys the artwork or strongly desires a Gemstone Princess due to the lackluster 5-star cards who will heavily dominate your rolls.

Video commentary

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Overview

Valentine’s REM – Feb 7, 2020
Pros	Cons
High chance for a Gemstone Cute/festive cards	Poor 5* cards No Weapon Assist Not much value Little love for bottom rarity cards

Valentine’s REM – Feb 7, 2020
9 Star base
8 Star base
7 Star base
6 Star base
5 Star base

Valentine’s REM Rankings – Feb 7, 2020
S
A
B
C
D

Order within each tier is random and not reflective of ranking.

Regardless of card’s ranking, you should always keep it if it is your very first time acquiring them.

Continue reading Valentine’s REM Review and Analysis Feb 2020 →

Guest Writers

PAD NA Tier List (Updated 12/10) & Why Tier lists are not Facts- By InSomnia

December 8, 2018 Insomnia(Kevin Li) 25 Comments

Introduction

Hello everyone, InSomnia here, and welcome to my North American tier list. Everything listed here is based solely on content that is available in NA. I will update this post on my website here whenever there is a change or shift in rankings due to a buff directly to the lead or buffs to key subs of that lead. New releases will also be added.

Anytime a new lead is added to the list, I will accompany it with a review of the lead that goes over the basics and gives you an idea on why they are at that tier. Each lead that is on this list will be accompanied with a short overview of the card as will include a link to the PADX page of the card so you can see the card for yourself. This article is very simple and is written with the mindset that you have played this game for a while and understand what the “meta” is as well as any special terms or abbreviations. It is also written under the impression that you understand how to basic teambuild and how different styles of leads are played. If you are unfamiliar with anything, simply ask and I will do my best to explain it to you. This has been your disclaimer

Finally, before you start reading, please understand and read this disclaimer quoted from SetsuPAD: “Don’t take these ratings as fact; I encourage you to simply take them as a starting point for discussion to figure out which leads are actually the best for your specific situation” Essentially what this means is just because a lead is top tier on this list, it may not be top tier for you. Everything listed is under the assumption that you have the most ideal team possible. You may own a lead in SS tier and a lead in A tier, but the A tier might be the better lead for you because your box has the subs to support it better than the SS tier lead.

I wrote something about this awhile ago here. I also want to link a more recent article covering the same topic written by Kennori of PDX Academy here(which in my opinion is much more well written and deserves more credit/recognition). Before you begin reading, I want to make a few things absolutely clear. I’m making this tier list because I think they are interesting and fun; however, as you read in Kennori’s article, it is pretty pointless. All a tier list can do is show you the strongest leads in the game with the most optimal subs and in the hardest dungeons (primarily Alt. Arena). It’s always best to build around a dungeon. However it is not bad for a team to cover a little bit of everything, but if you are struggling to clear a dungeon, think about changing your team to better match the dungeon. This sometimes does mean changing leads that better suit the dungeon. This can be because of certain absorb spawns, enemy HP/damage, dungeon mechanics, or even dungeon length. With that out of the way, let us begin.

Tier list by InSomnia

North America Leader Tier List – December 10th, 2018
SS
S+
S
A
HM

HM = Honorable Mention Continue reading PAD NA Tier List (Updated 12/10) & Why Tier lists are not Facts- By InSomnia →

Godfest

10-Stone GFE Rare Egg Machine Review Plus New Split Evolutions

June 16, 2017 Mantastic 40 Comments

Introduction

The 10-Stone Godfest Exclusive Machine is returning to NA/EU and it offers players the chance to spent 10 Magic Stones for a guaranteed GFE. This means no filler silvers or troll golds and every roll will be at least 15,000 Monster Points. As such, this is the highest per roll if you are purely chasing Monster Points along with potentially the best chance at acquiring 6-Stars.

Puzzle and Dragons has been decreasing the dependency of solely using 6-star GFE through the current top tier leaders being more forgiving and utilizing pantheon cards. However, there are many active skill that cannot be replicated any other way. Furthermore, JP has released brand new split evolutions for 7 GFE cards which dramatically improve their viability and uses.

This article will present my tier list that includes the new JP evolutions along with a small write up for each card.

Video commentary

–video coming soon—

GFE tier list

All tier lists will have a certain degree of bias whether it is accidental or by design and mine is no exception. I try my best to evaluate each card based on their value as a leader, sub, inherit, or niche applications. It also does it’s best to take into consideration the newly announced/released evolutions in JP. Thus, you should take them with a grain of salt and use them as a beginning reference point.

If a card has a split evolution, both are taken into consideration as they have different merits/strengths. Ney is not included but will be an easy S once she does debut (really should have a tier all to herself due to the sheer power, but that is for another post).

Order within each tier is random and not reflective of power in any way. Continue reading 10-Stone GFE Rare Egg Machine Review Plus New Split Evolutions →

Godfest

Heroines and Mayhem Godfest Review, Tier List, and Analysis

May 12, 2017 Mantastic 36 Comments

Godfest basics

When making the decision to roll or save your magic stones, you need to determine if the featured pantheons can benefit or complement your teams. Chasing for one specific monster is unwise as you will most likely be disappointed and should ideally have Godfests that overlap with many target cards. Remember all monsters that come out of the REM will qualify for Skill Inheritance so do not be too hasty when selling dupes. For a more detailed team building help, please refer to my Popular Leader’s and their Full Sub List Post which is in the process of being updated. Lastly, to find more information about a specific pantheon or monster, refer to my Master List to better refine your search. If you are considering to purchase any of the Monster Point cards, please refer to my updated Tier List for help and advice.

Introduction

The Heroines and Mayhem Godfest features some of the best Pantheon cards at a sad 3x rates. However, 3 Pantheons are featured per day so that may be some consolation, but GFE are also at 3x rates. In addition, all featured cards will come out at level 50 and +10 to a random stat. Non-featured GFE will not appear on those respective days.

Presently speaking, most players will be pursuing cards for the new flavours of the month: Dark Athena and Kushinadahime . Sadly, this Godfest is missing Haku but many other valuable cards are featured alongside Kushinadahime.

Unfortunately, and strangest aspect of the Heroines and Mayhem Godfest is that there is no gala occurring alongside. This means no Gemstones or even better focus on an element you crave. Instead, we have an additional Tamadra popping out.

Heroines and Mayhem Godfest NO GALA
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– ––Day 2

Video commentary

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Ranking the cards – Pantheons & GFE

These rankings I assign cards are my own and take into consideration the card’s value as a leader, sub, inherit, and possibly any niche role they fulfill. In order to rank in the highest tier, the card has to excel in their respective role and cannot feasibly be replaced by anyone else. This can also be thought of as a Best in Slot card and tends to have applications on the top tier teams.

Despite my best to remain neutral, there is always the potential for bias and you need to be able to examine a card and determine if it can benefit your unique Monster Box and situation. Continue reading Heroines and Mayhem Godfest Review, Tier List, and Analysis →

Godfest

Might of the Guardians Godfest Review, Tier List, and Analysis

April 29, 2017 Mantastic 22 Comments

Godfest basics

Introduction

The Might of the Guardians Godfest descends this Sunday and will only be featuring Godfest Exclusives (GFE) at 5x rates with no boosted pantheons. In addition, each roll will come out with +40 to a random stat. Non-featured GFE will not appear from the REM on those respective days.

Having a Godfest with no featured Pantheons and boosted rates for GFE may feel appealing, but it is my belief that the overall rates of rolling something meaningful are lowered. It is my understanding that cards have a certain roll rate and Godfest boost them. However, with less cards experiencing a boosted rate, you are more likely to roll 4-stars or other sad fodder.

One unfortunate aspect of this Godfest is that it does not feature any core Dark Athena subs. Dark Athena is not reliant on Godfest Exclusives outside of a few inherits and the fact that it is not a Midnight Gala further diminishes your chances.

If you wish to read a more thorough analysis of the Three Kingdoms 2 pantheon, please refer to my previous post HERE. A full review of Fujin and Raijin can be found HERE.

Might of the Guardians Godfest Gala of Flame
– – – Day 1	GFE

– – – Day 2	GFE

Video commentary

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Ranking the cards – Pantheons & GFE

Despite my best to remain neutral, there is always the potential for bias and you need to be able to examine a card and determine if it can benefit your unique Monster Box and situation. Continue reading Might of the Guardians Godfest Review, Tier List, and Analysis →

Tier List

Pantheon & GFE Tier List – April 20, 2017

April 20, 2017 Mantastic 10 Comments

Introduction

I have essentially finished redoing all of my icons to include mouse over text to better help you reference each card without having to actually click them to open PADx. If any icon is incorrectly labelled, please let me know and I will make the changes accordingly.

Pantheon Tier List – April 20, 2017
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It is my hope that this list will become a quick reference source for players who are newer to the game as they can quickly see where their new cards rank/place. Part of my desire to do this is from my starting journey in Fire Emblem Heroes and constantly referencing their respective tier list.

These opinions are my own and take into consideration the card’s value as a leader, sub, inherit, and possibly any niche role they fulfill. In order to rank in the highest tier, the card has to excel in their respective role and cannot feasibly be replaced by anyone else. This can also be thought of as a Best in Slot card and tends to have applications on the top tier teams. If a card has a split evolution path, I simply evaluate the best option possible.

If you are thinking about purchasing a Monster Point card to compliment your Monster Box, please refer to my tier list and review HERE.

Video commentary

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Legend guide

Symbols condense the time spent processing information and here is a brief explanation for each one I will use:

The best of the best. These cards compromise a best in slot role on top tier teams. They are largely irreplaceable and tend to offer something unique that cannot be easily replicated. This mostly exists to showcase the jump in power between the rest of the cards available. Continue reading Pantheon & GFE Tier List – April 20, 2017 →

Godfest

Extravagant Easter Godfest Review, Tier List, and Analysis

April 14, 2017 Mantastic 74 Comments

I have added mouse over text for all of the icons for the tier lists. Let me know if you find any errors =)

Godfest basics

Introduction

The Extravagant Easter Godfest descends this weekend and features 3x rates for featured Pantheons along with 4x for GFE. In addition, all rolls out of the Rare Egg Machine will come with +50 to a random stat. Finally, non-featured Godfest Exclusives will not appear from the Rare Egg Machine.

Following the trend of my previous Godfest reviews, I will include a tier list of both the pantheons, GFE, and a list that combines both for each day. Furthermore, I will include a fully updated Pantheon tier list to help showcase where all your cards fit in.

If you wish to read a more thorough analysis of the Three Kingdoms 2 pantheon, please refer to my previous post HERE. A full review of Fujin and Raijin can be found HERE.

Forest Gala
—- — — — Day 1	Norse	Arch Demons

	GFE

— — — — Day 2	Greco-Roman 2	Chinese Celestials

	GFE

Video commentary

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Ranking the cards – Pantheons & GFE

As part of my new format for Godfest posts, I will try my best to rank the featured pantheon cards along with GFE and then combine the two to showcase how strong of a day it is to roll. These opinions are my own and take into consideration the card’s value as a leader, sub, inherit, and possibly any niche role they fulfill. In order to rank in the highest tier, the card has to excel in their respective role and cannot feasibly be replaced by anyone else. This can also be thought of as a Best in Slot card and tends to have applications on the top tier teams.

Despite my best to remain neutral, there is always the potential for bias and you need to be able to examine a card and determine if it can benefit your unique Monster Box. Continue reading Extravagant Easter Godfest Review, Tier List, and Analysis →

Tier List

Pantheon & GFE Tier List – April 4, 2017

April 4, 2017 Mantastic 68 Comments

Introduction

I have begun to utilize my own tier list for both the featured Pantheon Gods and GFE every Godfest and I felt it would be appropriate to have a master list available at all times. This list will be updated through a new post as buffs/evos are announced or as I do a subsequent Godfest review that has me change the rankings.

If you are thinking about purchasing a Monster Point card, please refer to my tier list and review HERE.

Video commentary

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Legend guide

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Introduction

Video commentary

Overview

Valentine’s REM – Feb 7, 2020

Pros

Cons

Valentine’s REM – Feb 7, 2020

Valentine’s REM Rankings – Feb 7, 2020

Regardless of card’s ranking, you should always keep it if it is your very first time acquiring them.

Introduction

Tier list by InSomnia

North America Leader Tier List – December 10th, 2018

Introduction

Video commentary

GFE tier list

Godfest basics

Introduction

Heroines and Mayhem Godfest NO GALA

Video commentary

Ranking the cards – Pantheons & GFE

Godfest basics

Introduction

Might of the Guardians Godfest Gala of Flame

Video commentary

Ranking the cards – Pantheons & GFE

Introduction

Pantheon Tier List – April 20, 2017

Video commentary

Legend guide

I have added mouse over text for all of the icons for the tier lists. Let me know if you find any errors =)

Godfest basics

Introduction

Video commentary

Ranking the cards – Pantheons & GFE

Introduction

Video commentary

Legend guide

Puzzling those Dragons

Heroines and Mayhem Godfest
NO GALA

Might of the Guardians Godfest
Gala of Flame