Beating Defensive Players

Why Defense Feels Hard to Break

Defensive players avoid risks, close territory early and wait for mistakes. This style can feel frustrating, especially for beginners who attack too directly.

The Core Principle

You do not beat defense with bigger attacks – you beat it with better structure and tempo.

Three Reliable Methods

  1. Create two threats at once – force them to choose which area to save
  2. Use Burst as a key, not a hammer – open one tile that unlocks a chain
  3. Steal initiative with extra turns

Common Mistakes

  • Attacking a fully secured area
  • Wasting Burst too early
  • Ignoring your own territory while chasing theirs

Smart Pressure

Place Totems that improve your land even if the attack fails. Good moves have value in two directions.

Endgame Against Defense

Defensive players often run out of space. Focus on slow growth and let the board limit them.

Patience beats walls. Make the board work for you.

Tundra Wolf
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