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Space Cats Peace Turtles

Ep 017: First Round Strategies - Nekro Virus

Jan 23, 2018
This episode of the podcast covers the opening strategies for the Nekro Virus faction in Twilight Imperium. They discuss the strategy and abilities of the Nekro Virus race, early game strategies, trading and threats, countering opponents, and the importance of assuming a fair playing field. They also explore specific planet and pie slice choices, maximizing pre-fire abilities, and the strategy of using the Mentak Coalition's ability to pillage resources.
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Quick takeaways

  • Controlling Mechatol Rex is a key strategy for the Necrovirus, offering benefits and the ability to force combat or gain victory points.
  • The Necrovirus race should rely on Mechatol Rex as a consistent plan for success, due to its inherent adaptability and the unpredictability of playing as the Nekro race.

Deep dives

Building a Defensive Fort on Mechatol Rex

A strong strategy for the Necrovirus is to focus on taking and defending Mechatol Rex. This involves using their flagship and building a large number of ground forces to hold the planet. Techs that work well with this strategy include Transit Diodes, Latani II, and the experimental battle station from the Federation of Sol.

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