The presence of luck-based mechanics in a strategy game can be both a blessing and a massive frustration.

However, it still exists in subtle ways that can completely alter the outcome of a very close match.
Starting Hands and Card Rotation
The most prominent RNG element in card-based battlers is the initial four cards you are dealt at the start.

Professional players build their decks specifically to minimize the chances of a truly unplayable starting hand.
Make the best play available with what you have.Know what they are holding.It adds excitement to the viewing experience. The Unpredictable AI
Sometimes a unit will retarget unexpectedly due to a micro-movement by another troop, completely ruining your defensive setup.

To counter this, veterans always place defensive buildings in exactly the same specific tiles to guarantee consistent pulls.
Genre TypeRandomness ImpactAuto-BattlersSkill comes from long-term statistical managementStandard Tower RushMatches are decided by placement, timing, and resource tracking Embracing the Chaos
The best competitors accept the chaos, focus on what they can control, and outplay the opponent regardless.

Over the course of a thousand games, the luck factor completely evens out for everyone.