Even a professional sometimes makes mistakes in Hearthstone . However, overlooking an important move during the World Championship can have frustrating consequences.
Currently, the World Championship is taking place in Hearthstone. Among the best players in the world is a German, namely Raphael Peltzer, better known as “Bunnyhoppor”. Although he has already fought for victory in his group, there have been some amusing scenes. For instance, he missed “Lethal” at least once — the move that would have brought him an immediate victory.
This was the situation: In the duel against BloodTrail’s Hunter deck, Bunnyhoppor used his Warlock. The opponent had only 10 health points left but had a 4/4 Spotter on the field.
On the other hand, Bunnyhoppor had a 4/6 Flying Carpet and a 2/5 Argus Gnome. In his hand, he still had two Soulfires and two other minions — the Imp and an Argent Squire.
Do you recognize the correct move?
The professional made the wrong decision: Bunnyhoppor made a mistake and used his Soulfire on the Spotter. Had he instead played the two minions, they would have gained Charge and could have removed the Spotter. Then a Soulfire should have been aimed at the Hunter (the second is discarded). Now, only an attack on the opponent’s hero with the Carpet and the Gnome is needed, then the opponent’s health would be at 0.
Bunnyhoppor takes it easy: The fact that he overlooked Lethal is clearly evident in Bunnyhoppor’s demeanor afterward — the reaction in the chat is also correspondingly critical. In hindsight, he takes it humorously. After all, he won anyway, and that’s his justification. When one is far ahead, mistakes are more frequent. You simply discard your cards, and the mind is not as sharp anymore.
Would you have recognized the winning move at first glance? Or would you have had to think for a bit to secure the victory?
