Strategy: Map Overview

There are a lot of variables in Hero Academy that determine the optimum choice. What immediately comes to mind is the Heroic Team you pick (currently Council, Dark Elves, and Dwarves). Another factor that determines the outcome of the game is initiative, as who goes first--or who goes last--has an advantage (no matter how slight).

But one factor that's not readily apparent, especially when we simply compare win-lose ratios of Heroic Teams, is the map. The map plays a big factor in your overall strategy, and since this is a game that features asymmetrical units and abilities, it will tend to favor one Heroic Team over another, and determine how much of an advantage initiative provides.

When talking about game balance or improving your, it's vital to discuss the map. Not all maps are equal, and a strategy that is very effective in one map might not be as potent in another.