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Securing Territory the Smart Way
Territory Wins Games
In Totemancer, points come from land, not from individual Totems. The strongest players focus on building areas that are safe, efficient, and hard to steal rather than chasing scattered tiles.
Principles of Strong Enclosures
- Close with purpose – finish borders that give multiple points at once.
- Prefer compact shapes – wide thin lines are easy to break.
- Think in corners and walls – use the board edges as natural allies.
Recognizing Weak Territory
An area is not truly yours if:
- one tile can reopen it
- the opponent has a clear Burst target
- you have no follow-up after scoring
Defense Against Invasions
When the opponent approaches your zone:
- reinforce the key connecting point
- reduce their access instead of chasing them
- prepare a counter-scoring plan
Efficiency Over Greed
Trying to capture the entire board often backfires. A medium, secure territory beats a huge but fragile dream. Ask: “If the opponent plays perfectly, is this area still mine?”
Practice Method
After each match review one position and mark:
- Which enclosure was strongest?
- Where did you close too early?
- Where could one move have stolen more space?
Mastering land security turns chaotic games into controlled victories.
