Practice mode

Practice mode is a type of game mode in which the player does battle against computer-controlled versions of the regular playable classes. Players can select the opponent of their choice, and either Basic or Expert difficulty, determining the deck and tactical ability of the AI opponent.

Practice mode is the ideal mode for learning the basics of the game, exploring new classes, leveling or unlocking heroes, and trying out new strategies. Practice mode matches are played against The Innkeeper.

Practice mode is accessed from the Solo Adventures screen.

Decks
Each opponent in Practice mode always plays with the same deck, with each class having a Basic and an Expert deck. This allows experienced players to learn the intended plays of that deck, and counteract them effectively.

All cards in Basic decks are from the basic set. The Expert decks feature a large number of Classic cards, including many common cards, a few rares, and the odd epic, but do not include any legendaries.

Below are listed the decks for each Practice mode opponent. Each card listed is included x 2 in that deck unless otherwise noted.

The Starting Game screen
The Starting Game screen is the loading screen displayed while the system prepares a computer opponent for the player, featuring a selection of helpful tips and some comical elements. It depicts a mechanical element which slowly fills from left to right, supposedly representing necessary steps in preparing for the game. Once the loading bar has filled a certain number of times, the game is ready and battle begins automatically.

Trivia
The names of the two difficulty settings originally corresponded to the types of cards used in those heroes' decks. 'Expert' mode corresponds to the 'Expert' set, since renamed the Classic set.

Patch changes

 * Practice mode now contains Demon Hunter.
 * The Practice mode pane of the Solo Adventures screen now has its own music.
 * Practice Mode is now entered through the Solo Adventures button on the main menu.
 * The AI in Practice Mode is now better at Hearthstone.
 * Reconnect functionality has been enabled for Practice Mode.
 * The Expert AI has been sent to Hearthstone training camp and should now be more challenging.
 * The opponent in Practice mode is now called "The Innkeeper".
 * You can earn XP in any game mode up to max level.
 * You can earn XP in any game mode up to max level.