ZOMBIES

The Zombies faction excels at flooding the field with an overwhelming number of minions, making them a perfect match for factions that can amplify this advantage or capitalize on the chaos. Factions that facilitate card discard can also create a powerful synergy with the Zombies. Pairing Zombies with Robots can lead to an unstoppable force, as the sheer number of minions on the field can be reinforced by the Robots' ability to swarm and explode back onto the field after a base is massively over-broken. This combination is notoriously potent and can be a game-changer. Teaming up with Pirates can be particularly frustrating for opponents, as the Zombies provide a relentless backup for the Pirates' First Mates, making them a more difficult target to eliminate. The Pirates' ability to move minions around the field also complements the Zombie Lord's power, and this partnership becomes even more formidable with more players in the game. Ghosts can help Zombies manage their discard pile, while the Zombies can return cards to their hand, providing fuel for the Ghosts' Spirits. This mutual support allows the Zombies to thrive even with an empty hand. The unlikely alliance between Zombies and Killer Plants may evoke a popular meme, but it's a surprisingly effective combination. The Plants' Sprouts can quickly deploy the Zombies' Tenacious Z's, and in return, the Zombies can shield the Plants from their Achilles' heel: minion destruction.

Zombies thrive by rendering minion destruction nearly obsolete, thanks to their exceptional revival capabilities. As a result, opponents will likely focus on overpowering your minions instead. A key aspect of Zombie strategy is taking advantage of the opportunity to replay minions, particularly Tenacious Zs, after a base is broken. This ability to quickly redeploy minions is what makes Zombies a competitive force, despite their relatively lower power levels. The Zombie player's overall approach is straightforward: minimize the number of minions in their deck and hand, especially Tenacious Zs. Since all players can view each other's discard piles at any time, it's challenging for Zombies to conceal their plans. Typically, they will play Mall Crawl and Walkers as soon as possible. As decks begin to run low, they will use Lend a Hand to replenish their deck with non-essential cards, including actions, and ensure Grave Robbing is among them. Once Grave Robbing is drawn, they will play it to return Lend a Hand to their hand, allowing them to recycle their discard pile again. The goal is to carefully manage which cards remain in the discard pile and which are returned to the deck. Disrupting this cycle is the most effective way to hinder a Zombie player's progress.