Royal Recruits
Description
Royal Recruits deploy a line of six ground troops with shields and spears, covering both lanes. They are very useful for defending large attacks, splitting pressure, and forcing the opponent to respond on two sides. Their shields allow them to absorb the first hit, but their individual damage is moderate and they can suffer against splash or well-placed spells. They work especially well in control and split-push decks.
Evolution description
Upon evolving, Royal Recruits charge when they lose their shield after traveling a certain distance. This charge greatly increases their speed and makes their next hit deal more damage. This turns a widespread defense into a counterattack threat on both lanes if the opponent doesn't clear the Recruits after breaking their shields.
Usage in published decks
No published deck uses this card yet.