That could be because of matchups, the power levels of the tables I'm playing with, or just bad luck
The deck's +1/+1 Counter subtheme adds some depth to the strategy, rewarding you for having counters on your merfolk with cards like Tributary Instructor and Inspiring Call
To quest, players simply need to Exert a character card
Left alone, it turns every draw step at the table into mana for you, and that advantage snowballs quickly
For any competent Lorcana player, the expected value of attending these events, if you are lucky enough to get a ticket and can join, is off the charts, but lets see how we maximize that value and truly understand what you should expect from joining these events