Hala

About Hala

Hala, Warrior mentor, designed by None first released in Apr, 2026 in the set Mastery Pack Warrior.

Hala, as a Warrior mentor that repeatedly **Sharpen[s]** a sword for 3 resources and taps to give it go again, fits best in slower, weapon‑centric Warrior builds—particularly control‑leaning Dorinthea or Boltyn lists that plan to attack multiple times with a sword over several turns and can consistently generate excess resources (for example via blues or tunic-style resource engines). The card rewards decks that rely heavily on on‑hit weapon pressure rather than large attack action turns, since Sharpen increases the payoff of each swing. However, it is generally considered slow and resource‑intensive compared to stronger Warrior staples like *Spoils of War*, *Warrior’s Valor*, *Ironsong Response*, or even efficient reprise reactions, which provide immediate combat impact without requiring a 3‑resource tap investment. Because it doesn’t affect the board immediately and competes with more explosive or efficient buffs, Hala is usually outclassed in competitive builds and is more of a nich