Riven Viktor: Deck Guide and Matchups
Thanks to its amazing matchup against mono Shurima, Riven Viktor became a top-performer in the current meta. Learn more about the archetype in this in-depth guide by Den!
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Den has been in love with strategy games for as long as he can remember, starting with the Heroes of Might and Magic series as a kid. Card games came around the middle school - Yugioh and then Magic. Hearthstone has been his real breakthrough and he has been a coach, writer, and caster on the French scene for many years now. Although it took him a bit to get into Legends or Runeterra, his EU Seasonal Tournament win was the perfect start to get involved in the community. He now coaches aspiring pro players and writes various articles on the game. Find him on Twitter at @den_CCG!
Mono Shurima Sun Disk: Deck Guide and Matchups
Mono Shurima has been the most meta-defining deck since its buff in Patch 3.4. Improve your knowledge of the archetype with this in-depth guide by Den.
How to Counter the Shuriman Invasion
Sun Disk is completely omnipresent on the ladder right now, and playing a good counter to it will make you climb a lot faster! Den shares his 5 picks in order to do so.
Mono Shurima performing early in Patch 3.4.0
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5 Off-Meta Decks to Try with Patch 3.4.0
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Akshan Udyr – RuneterraCCG Deck Doctor
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The State of LoR Metagame and March 30 Balance Patch Wishlist
Den is bringing you his take on the state of the current meta and lists nerfs and buffs we'd like to see on March 30.
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Den is here with a guide to Gnar Overwhelm - one of the most efficient and brutal decks in the current metagame.
Akshan Gnar Deck Guide
Anyone who enjoys a robust midrange gameplan with a hint of combo finish will an Akshan Gnar an absolut blast to play!
Gnar Burn Deck Guide
Gnar Burn is currently one of the staples of the meta and is the leader of the hyper-aggressive burn playstyle. Learn how to play the deck better with Den!
Yordles in Arms Deck Guide
Yordle in Arm continues to be a staple of the meta thank to its ability to build up a lot of pressure all the while generating cards. Den shares his knowledge of the archetype in this in-depth deck guide.
Swain Gnar Deck Guide
Among the new decks introduced by the expansion, Swain Gnar feels like one of the most refined and cohesive. Learn to pilot it with Den!
7 Decks to Play on Day 1 of A Curious Journey
The expansion is almost here! Come in, take a look, see what you like, and pick you deck to hop into a queue with when the patch is live!
Yuumi Review and Theorycraft
Yuumi joins Legends of Runeterra, bringing the new Attach keyword and giving the Fae tribe a whole fresh flavor.
Aphelios Sumpworkers – RuneterraCCG Deck Doctor
In the newest episode of the Deck Doctor, Den will be examining the idea by Vince, who knows how to make Chirean folk do some mighty work.
7 Tips to Improve Instantly at Legends of Runeterra
Becoming good at LoR takes time, but what you can do instantly is to adopt a more efficient approach to the game that will infuse your growth.
Draven Rumble Deck Guide
Discard has left Sion in the dust and cloud of fumes being dispersed by the engines of the Mechanized Menace himself.
Ashe Harrowing – RuneterraCCG Deck Doctor
Today, Den will be tinkering with the submission by our Discord member ArnenLocke, who has an unorthodox way of utilizing Ashe.
4 Decks to Counter Iceborn Poros – Patch 3.0
Iceborn Poros is a linear deck that is extremely good at doing only one thing. If it can enforce its buffed Elusive plan - it wins, if not - it loses.
Sun Disc Tempo: Racing with Shurima Cars
In Patch 3.0, Mono Shurima Sun Disc archetype haы received several interesting buffs - Den explores the newfound power of the deck.
Braum Swain: The Forgotten Meta Counter?
Ahri Kennen, Pantheon, TF Nami - all of these decks have weaknesses that Braum Swain can exploit!
Yetis Seen in Masters: Abominable Guardian Strikes Again!
YETIS ARE REAL! Read an exclusive report by our correspondent - only in the new issue of RuneterraCCG Deck of the Day!
5 Balance Changes We’d Like to See in January
January 5th is when we're getting a big balance patch - Den is here to share his personal wishlist and offer his take on the current meta.
Nami Twisted Fate Shellfolk Deck Guide
Nami Twisted is one of the best decks to come out of the hotfix - it offers power and flexibility, but demands advanced matchup knowledge.
RuneterraCCG Deck Doctor: Pantheon Bilgewater
In the newest episode of the Deck Doctor, Den takes the submission of our Discord member drboleta, who combined Fated mechanic with Bilgewater.
5 Best Rumble Decks So Far – Patch 2.21
Rumble has been struggling to find its footing in the metagame - but here are the lists that showcase his potential the best!
A Different Take on the Rumble Discard Archetype
Rumble has been left aside so far, unable to find its marks in the meta. However, there is still a lot of exploring to be done, and Den is here to present to you his different take on the champion.
8 More Decks to Play on Day 1 of Magic Misadventures
Variety of gameplay is still the strongest suit of LoR as a card game - showcased by the sheer range of Den's theorycrafts in this showcase.
Rumble Review and Theorycraft
Rumble is looking incredibly powerful, and Bandle City as a region will get even stronger in the new expansion.
How to Beat The Path of Champions: Ekko Guide
Some of the bosses in the Path of Champions are giving your Ekko trouble? Fear not - Den is here with an in-depth walkthrough!
RuneterraCCG Deck Doctor: Bandle City Tri-beam
In this newest installation in the Deck Doctor series, Den tackles the concept submitted by our Discord member, Noop_noob.
Glorious Shellfolk Deck Guide
If you have the ambition to play what is arguably the most skill-intensive deck in this meta, dig into the new Glorious Shellfolk guide by Den!
The Path of Champions: 6 Essential Strategy Tips
Den has been playing the new PvE mode non-stop - here's his early verdict and beginner-friendly tips for The Path of Champions.
Gangplank Twisted Fate Bandle Deck Guide
Updated for 'Between Worlds' Ranked Season! Gangplank Bandle's power and meta positioning remain untouched - there's no doubt it is still a Tier 1 deck.
5 Decks to Try on Day 1 of Jayce Expansion
Jayce is almost here! Have a look at these decks built around the cards from the new mini-expansion, and take them for a spin!
Draven Viktor Deck Guide
Draven Viktor is still the new kid on the block, but it has proven itself in the current meta. Den breaks down all that you need to know about this Tier 2 archetype.
Dragons Deck Guide – Patch 2.18
Den brings you his take on the Dragons archetype - he believes in the current ladder meta you can't afford be greedy with your build.
Nami Braum – Making Nami Shine in Freljord
Den follows up on his concept from last week, reporting about his efforts to make Nami work in a board-centric Freljord shell.
RuneterraCCG Deck Doctor: Atrocity Poros
For the pilot article of the new series, Den picked a submission by our Discord member Soybeans - a heartwarming Poro deck with a cruel twist!
3 Best Nami Decks After Patch 2.18 Nerfs
After the nerf to Zoe Nami, the mermaid has completely disappeared from the meta - Den thinks of the ways how to bring her back.