The Hive is an explicit DPS (Damage Per Second) and movement race. Your goal is not to kill every enemy, but to destroy specific structural targets before you are overwhelmed. Core Objectives
(officially known as the Frosthaven is a high-complexity class that focuses on persistent movement board control conditional damage through its unique Pressure mechanic. Key Class Features Pressure Mechanic
The Hive is a test of discipline. The party that gets distracted by the swarm of minions will slowly bleed out. The party that beelines for the Nodes, uses Stuns to suppress spawns, and keeps their cool will clear the map.
The Hive works well in a variety of party compositions. One notable synergy is with the and the Metal Mosaic . Traps are great against shielded enemies because they bypass shields entirely, and the Metal Mosaic can spring traps into enemies. This can trivialize certain encounters, including mini-bosses.
If a pod is about to spawn a monster but you can destroy the pod this turn, prioritize the pod. Once all pods are destroyed, clearing the remaining enemies becomes a straightforward janitorial task. Best Class Archetypes for The Hive
These are the tankier versions of the swarm.
Protecting your summons and yourself is critical. Items that provide are top tier:
You begin in a central chamber with immediate threats. Two pillars are typically accessible or close to opening.
Incredible initiative control allows them to jump onto spawn points before enemies appear.