Random Number Generation, or RNG, is a highly debated topic in almost every competitive video game genre.

Understanding exactly where randomness factors into the equation allows top players to mitigate its negative effects.

The Luck of the Draw

If your opponent rushes the bridge and all your cheap defensive counters are at the bottom of your deck, you lose the tower.

Professional players build their decks specifically to minimize the chances of a truly unplayable starting hand.

• Balance your average elixir cost.
• Don't panic if your starting hand is bad.
• Accept that sometimes you will lose to a lucky start.

Troop Movement Quirks

Sometimes a unit will retarget unexpectedly due to a micro-movement by another troop, completely ruining your defensive setup.

Relying on a unit's aggro range down to the exact pixel is risky because tiny bumps can alter their trajectory.

Accepting Randomness

The most important skill regarding RNG is learning how to control your emotions when luck inevitably turns against you.

Focus on improving your timing and placement, and let the RNG sort itself out in the long run.