The Anarchy Strategy: Combo Chains, Defense & Siege Timing
Editorial analysis: The Anarchy rewards turns where one resource or action unlocks the next. Isolated upgrades are weaker than deliberate combo chains.
Build an economy before the pressure peaks
Early production should support both defense and scoring rather than a single narrow path.
Use cards for the scarce effect
A flexible card is most valuable when it supplies the resource or action your board cannot efficiently generate elsewhere.
Defend before attacks become expensive
Castle upgrades are strongest when they prevent repeated losses across several rounds.
Siege only with a reward plan
Offensive investment should target strongholds whose rewards or scoring meaningfully advance your position.
Control discontent
Short-term gains that raise discontent can be worthwhile, but only if the resulting points or engine value exceed the final penalty.
Round five: convert everything
There is no future engine payoff. Spend cards and resources on direct bravery, loyalty, influence, might and penalty reduction.