Immobilize them in doorways or use retaliate/Shield mechanics to mitigate their damage. 3. Robo-Insects / Swarms (Varies)
With narrow hallways, the Banner Spear can easily set up multi-target attacks and deploy banners to buff allies or block enemy movement paths. 3. The Deathwalker Role: Ranged Snipe & Shadow Placement
: Absorb hits at the front line while summons chip away at "trash" enemies.
for a summon when attacked; can be refreshed during a long rest. frosthaven hive guide
Are you struggling with or running out of cards ( exhaustion )?
This build relies heavily on keeping the H.I.V.E. safely in the backline while maintaining multi-target ranged pressure.
To defeat The Hive, you must abandon traditional defensive playstyles. are your tools for victory. Keep moving forward, ignore non-essential fights, and melt the Hives before the swarm overwhelms your hand size. Are you struggling with or running out of
: Unlike traditional summoners, your robots are often low-HP but highly specialized. You must balance keeping them alive with using them as sacrificial tools or temporary vessels for your power.
The defining mechanic is the ability to toggle between different modes that change your abilities and allow you to command your mechanical bots effectively. 2. Level 1 - Level 9 Card Analysis & Progression
You will likely encounter the first wave of Oozes here. mediocre hand size (10 cards)
At first glance, the Hive appears to be a standard summoner. It has a low health pool (6 at Level 1), mediocre hand size (10 cards), and relies on tokens to deal damage. However, this is a trap. The Hive is distinct from Gloomhaven ’s Summoner or Frosthaven ’s Boneshaper in three critical ways:
: Bringing too many summons leads to rapid exhaustion and makes your hand management impossible. Focus on 1–2 active summons that complement your current role.