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+ | [[File:Classic format banner.jpg|500px|center]][[File:Classic icon large.png|200px|right]]{{For|the former card set|Classic (2014-2021)}} |
+ | '''Classic format''' (or '''Classic''') was one of the three main [[game format]]s in ''[[Hearthstone]]''<nowiki/>'s [[Play mode]]. Classic format restricted players to the 240 cards from the original [[Basic]] and [[Classic (card set)|Classic]] sets as they appeared on the [[Patch 1.0.0.5834|1.0.0.5832 patch]] of June 2014. No card changes, removals, or additions to those sets were in effect (aside from purely cosmetic changes), letting you play the game as it was when ''Hearthstone'' first officially launched.<ref>{{cw|url=https://playhearthstone.com/en-us/news/23620129|2021-02-09|Introducing the Core Set and Classic Format}}</ref> |
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− | {{For|the former card set|Classic (2014-2021)}} |
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− | The '''Classic format''', or simply '''Classic''', is one of ''[[Hearthstone]]''<nowiki/>'s three [[game format]]s in [[Play mode]], the others being [[Standard format]] and [[Wild format]]. Classic format restricts players to the 240 cards from the original [[Basic]] and [[Classic (card set)|Classic]] sets as they appeared on the [[Patch 1.0.0.5834|1.0.0.5832 patch]] of June 2014. No card changes, removals, or additions to those sets are in effect (aside from purely cosmetic changes), letting you play the game as it was when ''Hearthstone'' first officially launched.<ref>{{cw|url=https://playhearthstone.com/en-us/news/23620129|2021-02-09|Introducing the Core Set and Classic Format}}</ref> |
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+ | In [[Patch 26.6.0.179020]], Classic format was replaced with the [[Twist format]], and Classic format was reduced from a standalone mode to a format that can appear in Twist seasons for a limited time.<ref name="gamerant">{{cite web|url=https://gamerant.com/hearthstone-twist-history-creation-how-why/|title=Hearthstone Devs Share How Twist Came to Exist|date=2023-06-21|author=Eric Law}}</ref> |
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− | Classic cards are mirrored in the [[Legacy]] set. Owning a Legacy card also gives you access to the Classic version. |
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==Definition== |
==Definition== |
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==Availability== |
==Availability== |
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+ | {{Year define |
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− | For new players, Classic format will be locked away until they complete the [[New player experience]]'s [[Ranked]] system, which is the same way to unlock [[Wild format]]. |
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+ | |name=CUSTOM_CLASSIC |
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+ | |renderName= |
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+ | |formatId=3 |
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+ | }}<!--For new players, Classic format will be locked away until they complete the [[New player experience]]'s [[Ranked]] system, which is the same way to unlock [[Wild format]].--> |
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+ | ===Cards=== |
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+ | Classic format cards are mirrored in the [[Legacy]] set. Owning a Legacy card also gives you access to the Classic version. The player can get Legacy cards by opening Classic [[card pack]]s or through [[crafting]]. |
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+ | ==Design== |
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+ | ===Pre-removal=== |
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+ | There was no plan to shift time stamp in Classic format from time to time, even if it was not hard to implement. The developers wanted to wait and see how things go in the first weeks or months of Classic format before putting a plan in place.<ref>{{tw|https://twitter.com/IksarHS/status/1364760796958396418|2021-02-25|Dean Ayala}}</ref><ref>{{tw|https://twitter.com/IksarHS/status/1364760926923104259|2021-02-25|Dean Ayala}}</ref> |
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+ | ===Post-removal=== |
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+ | Reasons for the removal of Classic format include: |
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+ | * Classic simply isn't popular anymore.<ref name="gamerant"></ref> |
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+ | ** ''"Ultimately, Classic is a static format. No new cards are added to it, the meta doesn't change, and there are no new balance adjustments. Because of the static nature to it, engagement waned over time."'' |
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+ | * Developers hope there will only be one version of each card across all the formats.<ref name="gamerant"></ref> |
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+ | Classic and Classic-adjacent formats are still on the table for [[Twist]]. "''We wanted to create opportunities to engage with Classic-era content that’s new, exciting, and has variety over time, and also give Classic a chance to come back into the spotlight at a later date… We actually think we are going to provide a better Classic experience by having players focused on it when it is top of mind as a part of the Twist rotation, rather than continuing to be a standalone mode''"<ref name="gamerant"></ref> |
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==Hero Powers== |
==Hero Powers== |
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Because some basic Hero Powers (like [[Totemic Call]]) may have been changed after [[Patch 1.0.0.5834]], original versions of these Hero Powers have been created and used only in this format to keep themselves original as they are. |
Because some basic Hero Powers (like [[Totemic Call]]) may have been changed after [[Patch 1.0.0.5834]], original versions of these Hero Powers have been created and used only in this format to keep themselves original as they are. |
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+ | {{Card query|layout=image|where=CustomCard.cycles HOLDS "Classic Basic Hero Power"|title=Classic basic Hero Powers}} |
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− | {{Card|Shapeshift (Classic)}} |
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− | {{Card|Steady Shot (Classic)}} |
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− | {{Card|Fireblast (Classic)}} |
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− | {{Card|Reinforce (Classic)}} |
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− | {{Card|Lesser Heal (Classic)}} |
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− | {{Card|Dagger Mastery (Classic)}} |
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− | {{Card|Totemic Call (Classic)}} |
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− | {{Card|Life Tap (Classic)}} |
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− | {{Card|Armor Up! (Classic)}} |
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==Cards== |
==Cards== |
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{{Card set infobox |
{{Card set infobox |
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| id = 1646 |
| id = 1646 |
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+ | | name = VANILLA |
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| promotionName = Classic |
| promotionName = Classic |
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| ingameName = Classic |
| ingameName = Classic |
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+ | | thumbnail = Classic format thumbnail.jpg |
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− | ===How to get=== |
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− | Classic format cards are mirrored in the [[Legacy]] set. Owning a Legacy card also gives you access to the Classic version. The player can get Legacy cards by opening Classic [[card pack]]s or through [[crafting]]. |
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===List of cards=== |
===List of cards=== |
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− | The only card set that is used in Classic format, '''Classic''', features |
+ | The only card set that is used in Classic format, '''Classic''', features {{Card query|layout=count|where=CustomCardsCardSet.promotionName="Classic" AND {{Octt}}.collectible="1"}} collectible cards. They can be recognized with a swirl symbol formed from laurels watermark. |
− | ====Neutral==== |
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− | ;Free (43 cards) |
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− | {{card|Elven Archer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Goldshire Footman (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Grimscale Oracle (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Murloc Raider (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Stonetusk Boar (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Voodoo Doctor (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Acidic Swamp Ooze (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Bloodfen Raptor (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Bluegill Warrior (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Frostwolf Grunt (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Kobold Geomancer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Murloc Tidehunter (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Novice Engineer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|River Crocolisk (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Dalaran Mage (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ironforge Rifleman (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ironfur Grizzly (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Magma Rager (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Raid Leader (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Razorfen Hunter (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Shattered Sun Cleric (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Silverback Patriarch (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Wolfrider (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Chillwind Yeti (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Dragonling Mechanic (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Gnomish Inventor (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Oasis Snapjaw (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ogre Magi (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Sen'jin Shieldmasta (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Stormwind Knight (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Booty Bay Bodyguard (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Darkscale Healer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Frostwolf Warlord (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Gurubashi Berserker (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Nightblade (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Stormpike Commando (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Archmage (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Boulderfist Ogre (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Lord of the Arena (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Reckless Rocketeer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Core Hound (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Stormwind Champion (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|War Golem (Classic)}} |
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+ | {{Card set article cards|set=1646}} |
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− | ;Common (40 cards) |
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− | {{card|Wisp (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Abusive Sergeant (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Argent Squire (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Leper Gnome (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Shieldbearer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Southsea Deckhand (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Worgen Infiltrator (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Young Dragonhawk (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Amani Berserker (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Bloodsail Raider (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Dire Wolf Alpha (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Faerie Dragon (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ironbeak Owl (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Loot Hoarder (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mad Bomber (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Youthful Brewmaster (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Acolyte of Pain (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Earthen Ring Farseer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Flesheating Ghoul (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Harvest Golem (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Jungle Panther (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Raging Worgen (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Scarlet Crusader (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Tauren Warrior (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Thrallmar Farseer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ancient Brewmaster (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Cult Master (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Dark Iron Dwarf (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Dread Corsair (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mogu'shan Warden (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Silvermoon Guardian (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Spellbreaker (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Fen Creeper (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Silver Hand Knight (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Spiteful Smith (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Stranglethorn Tiger (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Venture Co. Mercenary (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Frost Elemental (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Priestess of Elune (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Windfury Harpy (Classic)}} |
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− | ;Rare (36 cards) |
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− | {{card|Angry Chicken (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Bloodsail Corsair (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Lightwarden (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Murloc Tidecaller (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Secretkeeper (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Young Priestess (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ancient Watcher (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Crazed Alchemist (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Knife Juggler (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mana Addict (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mana Wraith (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Master Swordsmith (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Pint-Sized Summoner (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Sunfury Protector (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Wild Pyromancer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Alarm-o-Bot (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Arcane Golem (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Coldlight Oracle (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Coldlight Seer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Demolisher (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Emperor Cobra (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Imp Master (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Injured Blademaster (Classic)}} |
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− | {{Card|Mind Control Tech (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Questing Adventurer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ancient Mage (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Defender of Argus (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Twilight Drake (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Violet Teacher (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Abomination (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Azure Drake (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Gadgetzan Auctioneer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Stampeding Kodo (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Argent Commander (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Sunwalker (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ravenholdt Assassin (Classic)}} |
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− | |||
− | ;Epic (11 cards) |
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− | {{card|Hungry Crab (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Captain's Parrot (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Doomsayer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Big Game Hunter (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Blood Knight (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Murloc Warleader (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Southsea Captain (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Faceless Manipulator (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Sea Giant (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mountain Giant (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Molten Giant (Classic)}} |
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− | |||
− | ;Legendary (27 cards) |
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− | {{card|Bloodmage Thalnos (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Lorewalker Cho (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Millhouse Manastorm (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Nat Pagle (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|King Mukla (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Tinkmaster Overspark (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Leeroy Jenkins (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Old Murk-Eye (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Captain Greenskin (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Elite Tauren Chieftain (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Harrison Jones (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Cairne Bloodhoof (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Gelbin Mekkatorque (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Hogger (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Illidan Stormrage (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Sylvanas Windrunner (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|The Beast (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|The Black Knight (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Baron Geddon (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Gruul (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ragnaros the Firelord (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Alexstrasza (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Malygos (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Nozdormu (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Onyxia (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ysera (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Deathwing (Classic)}} |
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− | |||
− | ;Uncollectible |
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− | {{card|Boar (Razorfen Hunter) (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mechanical Dragonling}} |
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− | {{card|Murloc Scout (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Bananas}} |
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− | {{card|Damaged Golem (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Imp (Imp Master) (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Squire (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Squirrel (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Violet Apprentice (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Whelp (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Flame of Azzinoth}} |
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− | {{card|Gnoll (Hogger)}} |
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− | {{card|Devilsaur (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Finkle Einhorn (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Baine Bloodhoof (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Chicken}} |
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− | {{card|Murloc (minion)}} |
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− | {{card|I Am Murloc}} |
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− | {{card|Power of the Horde}} |
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− | {{card|Rogues Do It...}} |
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− | {{card|Emboldener 3000}} |
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− | {{card|Homing Chicken}} |
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− | {{card|Poultryizer}} |
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− | {{card|Repair Bot}} |
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− | |||
− | ;Dream cards |
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− | {{card|Dream (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Nightmare (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ysera Awakens (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Laughing Sister (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Emerald Drake (Classic)}} |
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− | |||
− | ====Druid==== |
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− | {{card|Innervate (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Moonfire (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Claw (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mark of the Wild (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Wild Growth (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Healing Touch (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Savage Roar (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Swipe (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Starfire (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ironbark Protector (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Naturalize (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Power of the Wild (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Wrath (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mark of Nature (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Soul of the Forest (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Druid of the Claw (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Savagery (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Bite (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Keeper of the Grove (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Nourish (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Starfall (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Force of Nature (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ancient of Lore (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ancient of War (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Cenarius (Classic)}} |
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− | |||
− | ;Uncollectible |
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− | {{card|Excess Mana}} |
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− | {{card|Panther (Power of the Wild)}} |
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− | {{card|Treant (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Treant (Shan'do's Lesson)}} |
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− | {{card|Treant (Force of Nature) (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Druid of the Claw (Cat Form) (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Druid of the Claw (Bear Form) (Classic)}} |
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− | |||
− | ;Choice cards |
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− | {{card|Leader of the Pack (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Summon a Panther (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Solar Wrath (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Nature's Wrath (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Thick Hide (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Tiger's Fury (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Dispel (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Moonfire (Choose One) (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Bear Form (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Cat Form (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Starlord (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Stellar Drift (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Rampant Growth (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Enrich (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ancient Secrets (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ancient Teachings (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Rooted (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Uproot (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Demigod's Favor (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Shan'do's Lesson (Classic)}} |
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− | ====Hunter==== |
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− | {{card|Hunter's Mark (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Arcane Shot (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Timber Wolf (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Tracking (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Starving Buzzard (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Animal Companion (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Kill Command (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Houndmaster (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Multi-Shot (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Tundra Rhino (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Explosive Trap (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Freezing Trap (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Scavenging Hyena (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Snipe (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Deadly Shot (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Unleash the Hounds (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Flare (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Misdirection (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Eaglehorn Bow (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Explosive Shot (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Savannah Highmane (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Bestial Wrath (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Snake Trap (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Gladiator's Longbow (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|King Krush (Classic)}} |
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− | ;Uncollectible |
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− | {{card|Huffer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Leokk (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Misha (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Hound}} |
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− | {{card|Snake (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Hyena}} |
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− | ====Mage==== |
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− | {{card|Arcane Missiles (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mirror Image (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Arcane Explosion (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Frostbolt (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Arcane Intellect (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Frost Nova (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Fireball (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Polymorph (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Water Elemental (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Flamestrike (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ice Lance (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mana Wyrm (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Sorcerer's Apprentice (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ice Barrier (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mirror Entity (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Cone of Cold (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Counterspell (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Kirin Tor Mage (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Vaporize (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ethereal Arcanist (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Blizzard (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ice Block (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Spellbender (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Pyroblast (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Archmage Antonidas (Classic)}} |
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− | |||
− | ;Uncollectible |
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− | {{card|Mirror Image (minion) (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Sheep (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Spellbender (minion) (Classic)}} |
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− | ====Paladin==== |
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− | {{card|Blessing of Might (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Hand of Protection (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Humility (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Light's Justice (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Holy Light (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Blessing of Kings (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Consecration (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Hammer of Wrath (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Truesilver Champion (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Guardian of Kings (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Blessing of Wisdom (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Eye for an Eye (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Noble Sacrifice (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Redemption (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Repentance (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Argent Protector (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Equality (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Aldor Peacekeeper (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Divine Favor (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Blessed Champion (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Holy Wrath (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Sword of Justice (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Avenging Wrath (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Lay on Hands (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Tirion Fordring (Classic)}} |
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− | ;Uncollectible |
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− | {{card|Defender (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ashbringer}} |
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− | ====Priest==== |
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− | {{card|Holy Smite (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mind Vision (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Power Word: Shield (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Shadow Word: Pain (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Shadow Word: Death (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Holy Nova (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mind Control (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Circle of Healing (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Silence (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Inner Fire (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Northshire Cleric (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Divine Spirit (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mind Blast (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Thoughtsteal (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Lightspawn (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Temple Enforcer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Lightwell (Classic)}} |
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− | {{Card|Auchenai Soulpriest (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mass Dispel (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Shadow Madness (Classic)}} |
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− | {{Card|Holy Fire (Classic)}} |
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− | {{Card|Shadowform (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mindgames (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Cabal Shadow Priest (Classic)}} |
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− | {{Card|Prophet Velen (Classic)}} |
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− | ;Uncollectible |
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− | {{card|Shadow of Nothing (Classic)}} |
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− | {{Card|Mind Spike}} |
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− | {{Card|Mind Shatter}} |
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− | ====Rogue==== |
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− | {{card|Backstab (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Deadly Poison (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Sinister Strike (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Sap (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Shiv (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Fan of Knives (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Assassinate (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Assassin's Blade (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Sprint (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Shadowstep (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Cold Blood (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Conceal (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Betrayal (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Defias Ringleader (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Eviscerate (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Vanish (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Blade Flurry (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Headcrack (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Perdition's Blade (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|SI:7 Agent (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Master of Disguise (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Preparation (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Patient Assassin (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Kidnapper (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Edwin VanCleef (Classic)}} |
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− | ;Uncollectible |
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− | {{card|Defias Bandit}} |
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− | ====Shaman==== |
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− | {{card|Ancestral Healing (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Totemic Might (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Frost Shock (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Rockbiter Weapon (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Flametongue Totem (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Windfury (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Hex (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Windspeaker (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Bloodlust (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Fire Elemental (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Dust Devil (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Earth Shock (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Forked Lightning (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Lightning Bolt (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Stormforged Axe (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Unbound Elemental (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Ancestral Spirit (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Feral Spirit (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Lava Burst (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Lightning Storm (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mana Tide Totem (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Far Sight (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Doomhammer (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Earth Elemental (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Al'Akir the Windlord (Classic)}} |
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− | ;Uncollectible |
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− | {{card|Frog}} |
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− | {{card|Spirit Wolf (Classic)}} |
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− | ====Warlock==== |
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− | {{card|Sacrificial Pact (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Soulfire (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Corruption (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mortal Coil (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Voidwalker (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Felstalker (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Drain Life (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Shadow Bolt (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Hellfire (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Dread Infernal (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Blood Imp (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Flame Imp (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Power Overwhelming (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Demonfire (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Sense Demons (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Summoning Portal (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Felguard (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Void Terror (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Shadowflame (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Doomguard (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Siphon Soul (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Pit Lord (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Bane of Doom (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Twisting Nether (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Lord Jaraxxus (Classic)}} |
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− | ;Uncollectible |
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− | {{card|Worthless Imp}} |
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− | {{card|INFERNO! (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Blood Fury}} |
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− | {{Card|Infernal (Classic)}} |
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− | ====Warrior==== |
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− | {{card|Execute (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Whirlwind (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Cleave (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Fiery War Axe (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Heroic Strike (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Charge (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Shield Block (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Warsong Commander (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Kor'kron Elite (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Arcanite Reaper (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Inner Rage (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Battle Rage (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Cruel Taskmaster (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Rampage (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Slam (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Arathi Weaponsmith (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Upgrade! (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Armorsmith (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Commanding Shout (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Frothing Berserker (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Mortal Strike (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Shield Slam (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Brawl (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Gorehowl (Classic)}} |
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− | {{card|Grommash Hellscream (Classic)}} |
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− | ;Uncollectible |
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− | {{card|Battle Axe}} |
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− | {{card|Heavy Axe}} |
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− | ==Design== |
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− | There is currently no plan to shift time stamp in Classic format from time to time, even if it is not hard to implement. The developers want to wait and see how things ago in the first weeks or months of Classic format before putting a plan in place.<ref>{{tw|https://twitter.com/IksarHS/status/1364760796958396418|2021-02-25|Dean Ayala}}</ref><ref>{{tw|https://twitter.com/IksarHS/status/1364760926923104259|2021-02-25|Dean Ayala}}</ref> |
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==References== |
==References== |
Latest revision as of 18:39, 28 June 2023
- For the former card set, see Classic (2014-2021).
Classic format (or Classic) was one of the three main game formats in Hearthstone's Play mode. Classic format restricted players to the 240 cards from the original Basic and Classic sets as they appeared on the 1.0.0.5832 patch of June 2014. No card changes, removals, or additions to those sets were in effect (aside from purely cosmetic changes), letting you play the game as it was when Hearthstone first officially launched.[1]
In Patch 26.6.0.179020, Classic format was replaced with the Twist format, and Classic format was reduced from a standalone mode to a format that can appear in Twist seasons for a limited time.[2]
Definition
Starting from Year of the Gryphon, Classic is used to refer to cards, game modes and adventures which are only available in Classic format. Classic format is the only format whose cards are completely unrelated to other formats in Play mode.
The symbol for Classic format is a swirl symbol formed from laurels.
Availability
Cards
Classic format cards are mirrored in the Legacy set. Owning a Legacy card also gives you access to the Classic version. The player can get Legacy cards by opening Classic card packs or through crafting.
Design
Pre-removal
There was no plan to shift time stamp in Classic format from time to time, even if it was not hard to implement. The developers wanted to wait and see how things go in the first weeks or months of Classic format before putting a plan in place.[3][4]
Post-removal
Reasons for the removal of Classic format include:
- Classic simply isn't popular anymore.[2]
- "Ultimately, Classic is a static format. No new cards are added to it, the meta doesn't change, and there are no new balance adjustments. Because of the static nature to it, engagement waned over time."
- Developers hope there will only be one version of each card across all the formats.[2]
Classic and Classic-adjacent formats are still on the table for Twist. "We wanted to create opportunities to engage with Classic-era content that’s new, exciting, and has variety over time, and also give Classic a chance to come back into the spotlight at a later date… We actually think we are going to provide a better Classic experience by having players focused on it when it is top of mind as a part of the Twist rotation, rather than continuing to be a standalone mode"[2]
Hero Powers
Because some basic Hero Powers (like Totemic Call) may have been changed after Patch 1.0.0.5834, original versions of these Hero Powers have been created and used only in this format to keep themselves original as they are.
Cards
List of cards
The only card set that is used in Classic format, Classic, features
382 collectible cards. They can be recognized with a swirl symbol formed from laurels watermark.
Neutral
Druid
Hunter
Mage
Paladin
Priest
Rogue
Shaman
Warlock
Warrior
References
- ↑ Introducing the Core Set and Classic Format. (2021-02-09).
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Eric Law (2023-06-21). Hearthstone Devs Share How Twist Came to Exist.
- ↑ Dean Ayala on Twitter. (2021-02-25).
- ↑ Dean Ayala on Twitter. (2021-02-25).