On an 8×12 board, distance is a currency as real as coins. This article explores **map geometry &
castles**, with practical lines you can use immediately. **Catapult Limits** — Practice it to
internalize timing windows. Items are punctuation—don’t overuse exclamation points. **Flank
Corridors** — It punishes greedy deployments. If a lane is clogged, look for a diagonal archer line
within two steps. **Midline Dynamics** — Use it to convert Vault into positioning advantage. End
turns with initiative rather than mere advancement. **Deployment Arcs** — Leverage it when you’re
ahead on actions. If a lane is clogged, look for a diagonal archer line within two steps. Try a
mirror matchup to stress-test these ideas. Remember, tempo is a resource—spend it where pressure
multiplies. Remember, tempo is a resource—spend it where pressure multiplies. Remember, tempo is a
resource—spend it where pressure multiplies. Remember, tempo is a resource—spend it where pressure
multiplies. Remember, tempo is a resource—spend it where pressure multiplies. Remember, tempo is a
resource—spend it where pressure multiplies. Remember, tempo is a resource—spend it where pressure
multiplies. Remember, tempo is a resource—spend it where pressure multiplies.