Splinterlands Social Media Challenge - Elanor Bravefoot: The Zero-Mana Sharpshooter

Jan-25-2025

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Elanor Bravefoot
Today, we’re diving into the curious and versatile Elanor Bravefoot, a Legendary Neutral card from the Rebellion Promo Edition. With its unique combination of abilities, this zero-mana unit brings surprising value to your lineup. Let’s explore how this lightweight powerhouse can make a big impact despite its tiny stats and mana cost.

Card Overview

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  • Name: Elanor Bravefoot
  • Splinter: Neutral
  • Rarity: Legendary
  • Mana Cost: 0

Stats at Max Level (4):

  • Ranged Damage: 2
  • Speed: 3
  • Armor: 0
  • Health: 2

Abilities

  1. Weary

    • At the start of the battle, Elanor’s unique presence triggers the Weary debuff, forcing allied units to become more vulnerable as the battle progresses. This ability can be a double-edged sword, requiring strategic placement to mitigate its drawbacks while maximizing her utility.
  2. Blasphemy of Uul

    • For every allied card named Fiend on the battlefield, Elanor gains +1 Ranged Damage. This synergy allows her to scale into a surprising offensive threat when paired with multiple Fiends.
  3. Strengthen

    • Provides +1 health to all friendly units, increasing the durability of your entire team and adding value to defensive or sustain-based compositions.

Strengths

  1. Zero Mana Cost:

    • Elanor Bravefoot is essentially a free card, allowing you to fill your lineup without impacting your mana pool. This makes her especially valuable in low-mana battles.
  2. Scaling Potential:

    • The Blasphemy of Uul ability can turn Elanor into a legitimate damage dealer when combined with Fiends, scaling her Ranged Damage to surprising levels.
  3. Teamwide Buff:

    • Strengthen adds survivability to all allies, synergizing well with tanks and sustain-based strategies.
  4. Neutral Flexibility:

    • Being Neutral allows Elanor to fit seamlessly into any Splinter, adding utility without requiring specific alignment considerations.

Weaknesses

  1. Fragility:

    • With only 2 Health and no Armor, Elanor is highly susceptible to Blast, Sneak, or Opportunity attacks.
  2. Weary Drawbacks:

    • The Weary ability can hinder your team’s performance over time, making her less ideal for drawn-out battles or compositions reliant on Retaliate.
  3. Dependent Scaling:

    • Blasphemy of Uul requires Fiends to unlock its full potential, limiting her effectiveness in lineups without them.

Strategic Synergies

1. Fiend Lineups:

Elanor’s Blasphemy of Uul ability thrives when paired with multiple Fiends. These zero-mana units not only enhance Elanor’s Ranged Damage but also preserve valuable mana for stronger units in your lineup.

2. Protectors:

  • Pair Elanor with frontline tanks like Shieldbearer (Life Splinter) or Mycelic Infantry (Earth Splinter) to keep her safe from enemy attacks.
  • Use armor-buffing units like Arkemis the Bear to add a layer of defense to her fragile health pool.

3. Amplify Synergy:

While Elanor doesn’t directly benefit from Amplify, combining her with units that reflect damage (like Magic Reflect or Thorns) can capitalize on the additional survivability provided by Strengthen.

4. Low-Mana Battles:

In matches with restrictive mana caps, Elanor’s zero-mana cost makes her an invaluable addition, providing free utility and offensive presence without compromising your lineup.


Best Rule Sets

  1. Little League:

    • Elanor shines in this rule set, where only low-mana cards can be used. Her zero-mana cost ensures she fits perfectly into any lineup.
  2. Equal Opportunity:

    • While fragile, Elanor’s Ranged Damage allows her to target low-health enemy units effectively in this rule set.
  3. Explosive Weaponry:

    • With all attacks dealing Blast damage, Elanor can chip away at enemy backlines while remaining protected behind tanks.
  4. Keep Your Distance:

    • In rule sets prohibiting melee units, Elanor’s Ranged Damage and teamwide Strengthen make her a valuable asset.

Final Thoughts

Elanor Bravefoot is a deceptively powerful zero-mana card that can add immense value to your lineup when used strategically. Her unique abilities, particularly Blasphemy of Uul, allow her to scale into a surprising offensive threat, while Strengthen enhances the survivability of your entire team. However, her fragility and reliance on Fiends for maximum effectiveness require careful team-building and positioning.

If you’re looking for a free utility card to round out your team and disrupt your opponents, Elanor Bravefoot is a fantastic choice. Have you used her in your battles? Share your experiences and strategies in the comments below!


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