Learn to Play
As a Summoner, you stand on the brink of glory. The battlefields of Splinterlands are not conquered with fast reflexes, but with a keen mind and an unyielding will. This is an auto-battler experience where every choice - from the Archon you choose to the units you field, is a strategic move that determines your fate.
Fear not, for the path to mastery is well-lit. Below you'll find the knowledge and tools of a seasoned veteran, from your first steps to the secrets of the most powerful champions.
The Campaign: Your Initiation
Every legend begins with a single step. The Campaign is your initiation, an official tutorial designed to teach you the fundamentals of combat and strategy. It's here that you will learn the core lessons of Praetoria.
To begin your journey:
Click or hover over the Play icon in the top menu bar.
Select Campaign from the menu or click the word Campaign from the dropdown.
In the Campaign, you'll experience interactive challenges that teach you:
How to build your team by selecting your Archon, the elemental master that leads your army, and a powerful lineup of units.
How the battle's Mana Cap, Elements, and Battle Rules shape the conflict.
The unique strengths of each card and how their abilities can turn the tide of war.
Complete your Campaign, and you will be ready to begin your true adventure.
The Codex of Knowledge: In-Game Help & Guides
The world of Splinterlands is vast and filled with intricate mechanics. To succeed, you must master them. The Academy Panel, easily found by the book icon in the top right corner of the site, is your personal library of knowledge. Within its pages, you can seek wisdom on everything from elemental affinities to powerful card abilities and dynamic Battle Rules. This is your first stop when a question arises on the battlefield.
Sacred Scrolls: The Wisdom of the Elders
Some knowledge is best learned from those who have come before. These official scrolls offer powerful insights for Summoners of all levels::
If your questions are still unanswered, our Support team is always ready to lend a helping hand.
Forge Your Skills: Practice & Challenge Battles
Sharpen your skills in a safe training ground, or test your mettle against worthy rivals in head-to-head duels.
Practice Battles: Enter the Practice Arena for unranked battles. There is no pressure, no trophies to lose. Only pure strategy.
Perfect for: Testing new cards, experimenting with team ideas, and exploring how different Battle Rules change your tactics.
Player Challenges: To face a friend or rival directly, click the Challenge button from the battle landing page.
Standard Challenges: Type in your opponent’s username and choose the battle’s limits. These duels are for pride, not for your rating.
Custom Challenges: For a small fee of 10 DEC/Credits, you can craft the perfect showdown. You can set the exact Mana Cap, active Elements, and specific Battle Rules to create the ultimate test of skill.
Learn From the Legends: Replays & Leaderboards
To become a champion, you must study the champions. The history of every season is a library of invaluable lessons.
Watch Top Battles: Go to the Season Activity and click Top Battles. Here, you can review the high-level games of the current and past season, filtering by Frontier, Modern, Wild, or Survival formats. Observe the strategies that lead to victory at the pinnacle of competition.
Explore the Leaderboards: The Leaderboard is where you can find the names of those who have risen to the top. Click on any player to view their stats and watch replays of their most recent matches. Use the search bar to find any warrior's battle history and learn from their triumphs and defeats.
Join the Circle of Summoners: Official Discord
Every hero needs allies. Join the official Splinterlands Discord fellow players, ask questions, and discover the secrets of the most seasoned minds in the realm. This is where the community of Praetoria truly thrives.
Connect with community veterans and helpful moderators.
Get personalized deck-building tips and match reviews.
Catch exclusive sneak peeks at upcoming events and updates.
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