GET YOUR BEARINGS
Plan your next Crustacean Nations session
Our independent guide breaks down Crustacean Nations into concrete observations, helping you explore each core element without promising hidden bonuses. Use these exercises to compare strategies, note unit interactions, and refine your approach to beach‑side battles.
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Resource Flow Comparison
Track how many resources a Ghost Crab returns per trip versus a Common Crab. Record the totals over several runs to see which unit improves early economy without sacrificing defense.
- Observe which crab units move fastest for early gathering.
- Balance the number of collectors with defensive units to protect them.
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Base Layout Study
Design two base configurations: one with walls encircling the entire perimeter, another focusing walls around resource points. Play a short match with each and note which layout better resists flattening.
- Place walls around key structures to deter enemy flattening.
- Space barracks to allow smooth unit deployment.
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Unit Composition Test
Create two squads—one heavy on Stone Crabs, another balanced with Common and Hermit Crabs. Observe how each handles attacks on your castle and record survivability differences.
- Mix fast Ghost Crabs with sturdy Stone Crabs for balanced play.
- Use Hermit Crabs to protect valuable structures from focused attacks.
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Spider Crab Timing Log
Summon the Spider Crab at different moments in a match and note the impact on enemy response. Compare early versus late summons to see which timing yields more decisive pushes.
- Plan sacrifices when you have surplus units to avoid weakening your front line.
- Time the summon to coincide with a coordinated attack for maximum impact.
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Map Feature Survey
Play each of the three maps in 1v1 mode, marking choke points and resource locations. Use these notes to adjust unit placement for future free‑for‑all encounters.
- Start with 1v1 maps to learn unit interactions before tackling free‑for‑all.
- Observe AI patterns on each map to anticipate enemy movements.
