Teamfight Tactics: Magic n’ Mayhem’s New Charms Mechanic Explained

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Teamfight Tactics: Magic n' Mayhem's New Charms Mechanic Explained

As a seasoned Teamfight Tactics player, I’m always excited for new sets and mechanics that add depth and excitement to the game. With Magic n’ Mayhem, Riot Games has really outdone themselves in introducing the Charms mechanic – it’s a perfect fit for this whimsical set, and it adds just the right amount of strategy and fun.

In each Teamfight Tactics set, Riot Games adds fresh mechanics to keep matches engaging and enjoyable. For instance, in Magic n’ Mayhem, the 12th set, they’re emphasizing the playful side to draw in new and veteran players. One such addition is the Charms mechanic, which challenges tacticians’ magical knowledge.

As a gamer, I can describe charms as magical items I can buy once and use to enhance a unit in my Teamfight Tactics (TFT) deck. They’re like bonus upgrades for Heimerdinger’s turrets in Set 9 of Runeterra Reforged. These charms fit perfectly with the game’s Magic n’ Mayhem theme, which emphasizes magical abilities like Witchcraft and Honeymancy. New players might find using charms quite intuitive, while experienced gamers will appreciate their strategic depth when constructing potent late-game boards. According to TFT game designer Matt Dunn and senior manager Alex Cole, the charm mechanic strikes a nice balance between accessibility for beginners and complexity for advanced players.

How Does Teamfight Tactics Magic n’ Mayhem’s Charms Work?

Teamfight Tactics: Magic n' Mayhem's New Charms Mechanic Explained

In Teamfight Tactics: Magic n‘ Mayhem, there are more than 100 unique Charms with various magical properties. These Charms can boost allies or hinder enemies’ moves during battles. As matches advance and levels increase, Charms become stronger and costlier. This adds depth to late-game encounters, enhancing the sensation of engaging in intense duels where players attempt to outmaneuver each other using the most effective Charms. (Cole and Dunn’s quote: “Using Charms feels like you’re casting genuine magical abilities during thrilling confrontations,” especially when trying to outsmart opponents by employing the best Charms available.)

Here’s a rundown of some Charms that players can encounter in Teamfight Tactics Magic n’ Mayhem:

  • Coin Flip (0 gold): 50% chance to gain 1 gold for each Coin Flip used. If players purchase a lot of them throughout their game, there’s a chance that they’ll get a big payout.
  • Moonlight Ritual (1 gold): After using this Charm, a random 1 or 2-cost champion on the players’ board or bench will star up at the start of the next combat.
  • All Ones (1 gold): This Charm allows players to reroll their shop with all 1-cost champions available.
  • Hocus Pocus (1 gold): If the Witchcraft trait is active, this Charm gives witches 20 ability power (AP) at the start of the next combat. This is one of many trait-specific Charms that only appear in the shop when specific traits are active.
  • Major Gambit (2 gold): If players win the next combat, they gain 10 gold. This is great for players who are win-streaking, especially in the early game, as this Charm can improve players’ economy. Plus, Major Gambit is similar to the Teemo encounter in Teamfight Tactics Inkborn Fables (Set 11), which has players guess the outcome of their next fight to get a pretty reward.
  • Scrappy (6 gold): At the start of the next combat, two champions without items gain a temporary full item.
  • Summon Dragon (12 gold): Summons a 2000 HP Dragon for only one round. This Charm, along with the Dragon trait, is a callback to Teamfight Tactics Dragonlands (Set 7), which featured powerful dragon units, like Shyvana and Daeja.
  • Conjure Artifact (20 gold): After using this Charm, players will gain an Artifact Anvil.
  • The Tower (can only be obtained if Xerath is played): Summons a giant tower that protects champions and deals damage to enemies for one round.

Charms Can Shift the Teamfight Tactics Magic n’ Mayhem Meta in a Big Way

Compared to previous Teamfight Tactics mechanics like portals and Hero Augments, Charms are a quick and effective way to improve players’ teams. Those that provide combat and defense buffs can be game-changing when players find them in the shop and activate them at the right time, possibly giving them the advantage they need as their game progresses. It will also be interesting to see the magical combinations that Teamfight Tactics fans will come up with using Charms. Of course, obtaining the right Charms in every other shop can also be a gamble, so it’s still important to set up a strong board with high-level champions with synergized traits and equip the best items.

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2024-07-15 08:05