To acquire the champion Tin Woodman during the upcoming Deck of Fate event in RAID: Shadow Legends, only commit your shards if your account holds enough reserves to clear the entire board. Because the event relies on card-flipping mechanics where rewards are distributed randomly across a finite deck, Tin Woodman is only guaranteed if you can afford the worst-case scenario: flipping every card on the board.
How the Deck of Fate Event Functions
Unlike standard Summon Rush or Champion Chase events that award points linearly per shard pulled, a Deck of Fate requires players to flip cards on a concealed grid to reveal rewards.
- Finite Card Pool: The board contains a fixed set of cards containing specific rewards, which can include the target champion or champion fragments.
- Randomized Card Placement: Card rewards are revealed at random, meaning the target champion can appear on your first flip or your final flip.
- Predictable Maximum Cost: Because the deck contains a set number of cards, the maximum cost to guarantee Tin Woodman equals the total currency required to clear the entire board.
Partial participation carries a high risk of wasted resources. If your shard stockpile runs out before uncovering Tin Woodman, any shards spent yield no progress toward future event milestones.
Preparing Your Shard Inventory
Assess your available resources before the event opens on Monday to confirm you can handle a full board clear if necessary:
| Resource Type | Event Usage Strategy | Priority Level |
|---|---|---|
| Ancient Shards | Primary currency for opening flips and base event points | High |
| Void & Sacred Shards | Use only if point scaling demands high-tier pulls and you have a surplus | Conditional |
| Gem Reserves | Hold in reserve to purchase emergency energy or final shard packs if near completion | Backup |
Follow these preparation steps before spending any currency:
- Collect your weekend Clan Boss chests and finish pending inbox rewards or active missions to maximize your starting shard pool.
- Compare your exact shard inventory against the board flip costs once the event goes live.
- Calculate whether your available shards cover the full cost of all cards before making your initial flip.
Account Utility vs. Event Opportunity Cost
Tin Woodman offers utility in wave control and faction synergy, making him a solid addition for mid-game progression in areas like Faction Wars or Clan Boss. However, committing a large shard reserve to a single champion creates an opportunity cost for your account.
- Roster Need: Only pull for Tin Woodman if his kit fills an explicit gap in your active team rosters. Avoid pulling solely because the event offers a guaranteed path.
- Upcoming Calendar: If a major fusion event or a 2x summoning rate event is scheduled shortly after Monday, saving your shards may yield higher long-term progression value.
If your shard stockpile cannot guarantee a full board clear, save your resources for events with linear reward thresholds.
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Emily Johnson
Emily writes practical mobile strategy guides with a focus on resource planning, base progression, and the early decisions that shape a long-term account.
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