Understanding exactly how and when to utilize your magical arsenal separates average players from absolute masters.

However, because they leave no physical presence on the battlefield, missing a spell is a catastrophic waste of resources.

The Light Spells: Cycle and Control

If your opponent surrounds your heavy tank with a skeleton army, a quick light spell instantly resolves the problem for a positive trade.

Because they are so cheap, they also act as excellent 'cycle' cards, allowing you to rotate back to your primary attackers quickly.

• The log is unparalleled for ground defense.
• If you know they will play a goblin gang, drop the log before they even spawn.
• Know the exact damage your spell does.

The Heavy Spells: Destruction and Value

Heavy spells, such as fireball, poison, or rocket, are expensive investments that require careful calculation before casting.

Playing against a 'spell-cycle' deck that focuses entirely on defending and rocketing your tower is incredibly frustrating.

Synergizing Spells with Your Deck

A slow Golem deck requires Lightning to instantly remove defensive Inferno Towers that threaten the tank.

Magic is a precise science in the arena; treat it with the respect it deserves.