Formation

A formation is the constellation of cards that you use to play the game. Making a good formation is crucial for your chances of winning the game.

A formation consists of 8 pawns in 3 rows. Row 1, row 2 and row 3.

Row 1
Row 1 represents the Frontline of the battle. There is room for 3 pawns in row 1: Position 1, 2 and 3. Pawns in row 1 are usually the only pawns that do battle, because they are in range of the opposing pawns. Place pawns that you want to use in the early-game in row 1.

Row 2
Row 2 represents the supporting row. There is room for 2 pawns in row 2: Position 4 and 5. Pawns with aura abilities are usually placed in row 2 to give your pawns in row 1 a better fighting chance. Place pawns that you want to use in the early- or mid-game in row 2.

Row 3
Row 3 represents the backline of your formation. There is room for 3 pawns in row 3: Position 6, 7 and 8. Pawns in row 3 are your last defense, and represent the end-game of your strategy. Be sure to have strong pawns like Champion, Avenger or Strategist in row 3 to ensure that you can survive with your remaining dice.

A unique trait
The formation is a very unique mechanic. Contrary to other card games, instead of a deck to draw from, you have all the cards on the board from the first turn. This helps even out the RNG-balance of Edge.