Blood and Strategy: Battle Report from the First Summoner Wars Tournament at Gaming Library
Date: July 2025
Location: Gaming Library Philippines
Game Format: Summoner Wars Second Edition
Participants: 12 players
Tournament Overview
The very first official Summoner Wars tournament at Gaming Library (after #AllAboardEXPO25!) took place last Saturday, July 12, 2025, and it was a wild ride of tactical plays, faction clashes, and standout performances.
Twelve players battled it out using a draft system that included bans, discards, and faction picks, which led to super varied lineups and creative strategies across the board. The competition was fierce, the matchups intense, and the Summoner spirit alive and well!
Final Rankings and Standout Performers
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🥇 Rayzon Jay Maramot
Wins: 4
Blood Points: 100
Factions Played: Cloaks, Shadow Elves, Wayfarers -
🥈 Adrian Earl Ng
Wins: 3
Blood Points: 77
Factions Played: Fallen Kingdom, Cave Goblins, Savannah Elves -
🥉 Johneo Emmanuel Santos
Wins: 3
Blood Points: 75
Factions Played: Breakers, Phoenix Elves, Vanguards
Rayzon Jay Maramot defended his crown like a true champ! Now it’s time to dive into the current faction meta and see how it shook things up during the tournament:
Faction Meta Insights
Most Used Factions
- Cave Goblins (6 appearances each)
- Sand Goblins (5 appearances)
Most Wins in Faction Duels
- The Forged were among the most dominant.
📋 Faction Win Rates (Top 10)
| Faction | Wins | Losses | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloaks | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Phoenix Elves | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Shadow Elves | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Wayfarers | 3 | 0 | 100% |
| Crimson Order | 2 | 1 | 67% |
| The Forged | 4 | 2 | 67% |
| Cave Goblins | 3 | 3 | 50% |
| Chosen Grove | 1 | 1 | 50% |
| Mountain Vargath | 2 | 2 | 50% |
| Savannah Elves | 2 | 2 | 50% |
Highlight Match: The Bloodiest Duel
Players: Aldwin Samia vs. Austreverto Navales
Total Blood Points: 44
Winning Faction: Chosen Grove
Losing Faction: Mountain Vargath
This clash featured high aggression and big swings. Aldwin Samia’s Chosen Grove delivered a devastating win in the bloodiest match of the tournament.
Tournament Structure
Each round began with players:
- Banning one faction
- Discarding another
- Picking their final faction from the remaining pool
This format emphasized deep strategic planning, not just in-game but during draft negotiations and meta reading.
Closing Thoughts
The first Summoner Wars tournament at Gaming Library set the bar high for competitive play here in the Philippines. With dramatic matchups, big-brain plays, and a passionate community, it’s clear, Summoner Wars is alive and kicking! We're growing this community because the demand for tactical, competitive play is real.
Watch out for more battle reports, faction meta breakdowns, and tournament updates from Gaming Library! And if you're into writing and analyzing data, hit us up! We’d love to feature you as a guest writer!
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