Is Totemancer Luck Based?

The Short Answer: No

Totemancer is not a game of luck. Every match is decided by player decisions, not random numbers. The board, rules, and mechanics are deterministic, similar to chess or Go.

Why It Is Not RNG

• Maps are symmetrical and fair
• No random damage or card draws
• Same abilities for both players
• Results come from positioning and timing

Where Outcomes Really Come From

Wins depend on three skills:

• Territory planning – choosing which areas to secure
• Tempo management – creating and denying extra turns
• Burst timing – breaking positions at the right moment

Why It Can Feel Like Luck

Beginners sometimes experience surprises and call them “luck.” In reality these moments come from hidden patterns or misread positions, just like in chess tactics.

Learning Removes Randomness

The more you play, the more predictable the game becomes. Strong players consistently outperform weaker ones, which is the clearest sign of a skill-based system.

Designed for Fair Competition

Totemancer was built for players who value mind over chance. If you prefer strategy where every move has a reason, the game matches that philosophy.

Victory belongs to the better plan, not to luck.