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Hearthstone’s latest expansion, *Into the Emerald Dream*, is now live—and it brings with it a wave of fresh mechanics and 145 brand-new cards to shake up your gameplay. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting back into the game, this expansion introduces exciting new ways to build your deck and dominate the battlefield.
If you're looking for something truly unique, the all-new **Imbue** keyword offers class-specific Hero Powers that evolve as you play. When you drop an Imbue card for the first time as one of six chosen classes—Druid, Hunter, Mage, Paladin, Priest, or Shaman—you’ll unlock a powerful new Hero Power tied exclusively to your class. And every time you play another Imbue card, you get to upgrade that power even further, stacking strength upon strength until you’re an unstoppable force on the board.
But that’s not all. The eerie and mysterious **Dark Gifts** mechanic adds a layer of customization to your minions. These special upgrades pair perfectly with Discover effects for Warrior, Demon Hunter, Death Knight, Warlock, and Rogue players, letting you tailor your minions to suit your strategy and playstyle.
Mix things up even more with the enhanced **Choose One** keyword, which gives you two distinct effects when playing a Choose One card. This added flexibility lets you adapt on the fly and make crucial decisions based on the current state of battle—making each turn feel more strategic than ever before.
If you're ready to dive into the magic and mayhem of *Into the Emerald Dream*, Hearthstone is available now on both the App Store and Google Play. Best of all, it's free-to-play with optional in-app purchases, so you can start building your dream deck right away.
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