„The Drakkorith Empire may be the mightiest, but sometimes, my child, there are threats bigger lurking from the shadows. For you can never know what to expect when those who were once good suddenly turn bad...“
Vestige... Before this whole mayhem befell Issilith, Vestige were the protectors of all nature. Their magic was pure, just like their hearts were. But as the presence of the Phage slowly descended on Issilith, it started to leave its mark on everything connected to it, including that which is the source of Vestige's magic, nature. With time, as nature became tainted with Phage's influence, these immortal protectors started slowly to fall into madness. Their healing powers healed no more, their hearts are now filled with hatred, beautiful trees became things from nightmares... And as time goes by, they only grow stronger.
Vestige witches are patient beings. The strongest of them are immortal, so time has little meaning for them. You can see that trait in their playstyle. They will seek to limit the opponent's options and try to force them to make unfavourable trades. And they only need that little opening so they can start to overgrow on everything.
Acid is a signature Vestige mechanic which allows players to deal damage well above their curve, with the little help of time. Acid damages its target every turn, but with every tick, it loses its potency by 1. So if a unit had 2 acid counters on itself, at the end of the turn it will deal 2 damage and reduce the current acid counter to 1. But what is even better, acid counters can stack! So if a unit has 2 acid counters on itself and you apply 2 more on it, it will stack to 4 and at the end of that turn, it will apply 4 points of acid damage all while reducing its potency to 3.
Besides the acid, some remnants of Vestige healing magic can still be found in their deck as well as on some of their Avatars. Although you just might cross your path with their curses beforehand. From healers to assassins, this faction can check a lot of boxes.
If you’re sneaky and cunning (and have a lot of patience), the Vestige may be the right choice for you to play. Just keep in mind how their patience can easily become their downfall. Oftentimes Vestige will think they have all the time in the world to make the perfect setup and execute everything they want. But the reality is a cruel mistress, even to Vestige, so make sure your early game will be good enough to give you the time and space Vestige need in order to truly become a force to be reckoned with.
However, if you find yourself against them, don’t give them time to set up what they desire! Get on that battleground with your faithful mouse prepared and your cards blazing, or you just might go back to the earth from which you came.
“Will their madness become their undoing? Or will it give them what they desire the most? Who knows... But one thing is sure if you ever set your foot in Cursed Woods be very aware of your every step because your next may become your last… So join our Discord community (Discord) and have someone watching your back while you explore everything Issilith has to offer… ”