Conquering the Show: A Hilarious romp through MLB The Show 23's Conquest Mode
Ah, Conquest. The land of territorial disputes, digital domination, and enough baseball to make Billy Mays proud. But fear not, fledgling conqueror, for this guide will turn you from a nervous newbie to a map-munching maniac. Buckle up, because we're about to embark on a journey that's more strategic than a squirrel hiding nuts, and funnier than a fan with a sunburn trying to catch a foul ball.
Phase 1: Attack! (Unless Your Mom Told You Not To)
Imagine yourself as Genghis Khan with a baseball bat. That's the spirit! You get a pile of fans (think of them as your loyal cheering section), and your goal is to spread them across the map like butter on toast. Think strategically, though. Don't just dump them all in one place like a college dorm room fridge. You gotta connect your territories, like a well-meaning handshake gone wrong.
Pro Tip: Early on, aim for those empty hexes (fancy word for those honeycomb-looking things). They're easy pickings and boost your "reinforcements" (more fans to throw at your enemies).
Phase 2: Stealing Fans - Like Borrowing Sugar (But Never Returning It)
This phase is all about being a sneaky little baseball bandit. You can snag fans from enemy territory, weakening their hold and boosting your own. But be careful! Stealing is a tricky business, and sometimes those pesky AI opponents will catch you with your fingers in the cookie jar (or should we say, fan jar?).
Pro Tip: If you see a juicy target with low fan count, go for it! But if it's heavily guarded, maybe just admire it from afar. There's always next conquest, champ.
Phase 3: Reinforcements - Because Quantity Has a Quality of Its Own (Sometimes)
Remember all those reinforcements you snagged by conquering empty spaces? Here's where they come in handy. You can beef up your existing territories, making them tougher to crack than a stale biscotti.
Pro Tip: Don't be shy! Pile those reinforcements on like sprinkles on a championship sundae. A strong defense is a happy defense, especially when it comes to pixels on a screen.
Phase 4: Move Fans - Like Musical Chairs, But With More Baseball
This might be the most confusing part, but hey, that's why you have this awesome guide (and possibly a mild headache). You can literally pick up your fan stacks and move them around the map, as long as they're connected. Think of it as a strategic fan relocation service.
Pro Tip: Use this phase to focus on conquering those pesky strongholds (the big, bad territories with strong teams). You'll need all the fans you can muster to take them down.
Conquering Like a Champion: Bonus Tips and Tricks
- Simulate or Play? Early on, sim those easy battles. But for strongholds? Dust off your controller, because it's time to play ball!
- Mind the Matchups! Just like real baseball, some teams are better than others. Check player ratings before diving headfirst into a fight.
- The Grind is Real Conquest takes time and practice. Don't get discouraged if you don't dominate right away. Just keep at it, and soon you'll be a map-chomping master.
- Most Importantly: Have Fun! It's a game, after all. So crank up the tunes, grab some snacks, and enjoy the journey to baseball domination.
With these tips and a healthy dose of humor, you'll be a Conquest conquering machine in no time. Now get out there and claim your baseball glory... pixel by pixel!
