Hey there!
I'm quite happy about the upcoming changes, but that's not the point of this thread. Good or bad, doesn't matter, those fixes and tuning are coming our way and will affect meta. But how?
While it's pretty much impossible to grasp the full extend of the incoming shift, I believe it's possible to draw some early conclusion.
Also, I figured it could help some players to get a better understanding on how PvP works nowadays.
Without further ado let's discuss how one might expect the meta to change after next update.
Fix to augment talisman sets
Two sets that are used quite heavily are affected: void and energy.
About the former, its proc rate will now be 35% no matter the number of target, making it not as reliable as it is now.
I expect to see less of those, but may still be ok with strike for more tries?
At any rate, it will have some impact, mostly pure damage won't be needed as much.
About energy, while stacking shields still not fixed, this set should still find its way in some lineups.
However, teams that were relying on it will probably struggle to keep performing.
Specifically Corrupt Rescuer, which also has his power move cost raised from 6 to 7, but it's not the only case.
Teams that mostly rely on basic attacks and/or fury should once again become the norm.
That being said, some "generator" toons had their utility upgraded... But I'm not sure if it's enough to justify a slot in your lineup.
Run to the Hill Eddie:
Massive buffs all around, but no increase to damages. Although I have it maxed and will definitely test him a bit, I'm not expecting much.
Other tunings:
Feels like we'll see a lot more of Corrupt General, but then again, not sure.
Personal adjustments:
Currently I'm running a defense that uses 2 energy and 1 void sets.
If I take them out, then not sure I wanna keep my Desert Marauder and, as a consequence, my 2 explosive sets.
Also not sure my Cyborg can keep performing as he does now (even though he'll be able to use Scan again on defense).
So I'm getting ready for an all around switch.
I do have something in mind but would kind of need The Clairvoyant. I open'd 4 souls, 2 dupes so far, opening another next week-end, crossing fingers!
On offense, my setup won't be affected as much.
What do you expect to change?