Introduction

Another post in this series. Thank you for your support in the previous posts 😊

This series intends to determine if there are other aspects of cards that may contribute to increasing its value. Based on your feedback I can focus on more/other things – so feel free to tell me where you want me to go into further detail.
I include some analysis on where the cards fit in terms of strategy and a market analysis of the price of the card. Feel free to suggest what more do you want me to look into in this series, and your support is much appreciated!
In this edition I will be looking at the Arachne Weaver.

Gameplay Analysis

The Arachne Weaver is a versatile card with a balanced stat line and a unique ability that can disrupt opponents' strategies. Here are its key features:

Mana Cost: 6
Attack Type: Ranged
Health: 2 (Level 1) to 5 (Level 6)
Speed: 2 (Level 1) to 5 (Level 6)
Ranged Attack: 2 (Level 1) to 5 (Level 6)
Abilities:
Weaken (Level 4): Reduces the Health of all enemy monsters.
The Arachne Weaver's combination of moderate mana cost and the Weaken ability makes it a valuable asset in battles where reducing enemy health can turn the tide. Its ranged attack allows it to deal consistent damage from a safe position, and its increasing speed at higher levels ensures it can strike before slower opponents.

Synergies

Arachne Weaver pairs well with cards and summoners that:

Enhance Ranged Damage: Summoners like General Sloan or abilities like Inspire can boost its attack power.
Increase Speed: Cards with Swiftness or summoners that boost speed can help it outpace opponents.
Debuff Enemies: Combining Weaken with other debuff abilities like Demoralize or Silence can significantly cripple enemy teams.

Ruleset Performance

The Arachne Weaver excels in specific battle rulesets:

Little League: Its 6 mana cost makes it ineligible, so it won't be used in this ruleset.
Aim True: Ensures its attacks always hit, maximizing its damage output.
Equalizer: The Weaken ability can lower all enemies' health, making it easier to eliminate them despite the equal health distribution.

Market Analysis

Let's take a look at the Arachne Weaver's presence in the Splinterlands marketplace:

Historical Price Movement
Regular Foil: Priced around $1.90 per BCX, with approximately 39 cards available on the market.
Gold Foil: Priced at $49.99 per BCX, with only 3 cards available on the market.

Given its utility in various rulesets and the scarcity of Gold Foil editions, the Arachne Weaver presents a solid investment opportunity. Its Weaken ability at higher levels adds strategic value, and the limited market availability, especially for Gold Foil versions, suggests potential for appreciation.

Conclusion

The Arachne Weaver's blend of ranged attack, speed, and the Weaken ability makes it a formidable addition to any Death lineup. Its versatility across multiple battle scenarios and its current market pricing offer both strategic and investment value.