In fact, the only connection to real world money is the redemption of code cards from physical TCG products so you can have those cards and cosmetics in the game, but even those can be acquired digitally with in-game currency without ever having to spend a dime
There will always be one player youre happy to give cards to, and a parlay at times is the only way to deal with an archenemy situation
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With the right hand, you'll absolutely dominate against other starters - without it, you're pretty much toast
When Refurbished Familiar's last ability resolves, the next opponent in turn order (or, if it's an opponent's turn, that opponent) chooses a card in hand without revealing it, then each other opponent in turn order (if any) does the same