Hatchan

Strategic Overview

Hatchan (OP14-051) is an aggressive low-cost beatstick that provides Blue Fish-Man decks with an incredible early-game power floor. At 1-cost, his 3000 base power is significantly above the standard curve for searchers, allowing him to contest the board immediately. His value is further enhanced by his [On K.O.] ability; by attaching 2 DON!!, you ensure that if your opponent commits resources to clear this annoying threat, you are rewarded with a card draw to maintain hand parity.

Strategically, Hatchan acts as a "sticky" poker. He forces the opponent to make uncomfortable decisions: either ignore a 3000+ power attacker that can chip away at Life, or K.O. him and grant the Blue player more resources. In the Jinbe (OP14-040) Leader deck, he is a prime target for rested DON!! buffs, turning a 1-cost unit into a persistent offensive headache.

Key Strategic Synergies

• Jinbe (OP14-040): The Leader can use rested DON!! to buff Hatchan, allowing you to keep active DON!! for the 2-cost requirement of his draw effect.
• Aladine (OP14-043): Aladine can play Hatchan for free, maximizing your action economy on Turn 2 or 3.
• Chew (OP14-050): Together they form an efficient 1-cost core that cycles the deck while maintaining board presence.