There are a bunch of "how to play" around. The problem is What is good vs What is trash

Here is the order of what to unluck first. First level may vary if you think you could unlock something else first.



For instance, Apprentice would be great to unlock first.
Let's say you get Mystical as trait. You have +2 in Arcane.
Intuition throwing +2 cards in your hand. After that, Curio Shoppee and Leatherworks. Arcane +4 will make you ultra strong.

But WHY? (you may ask...)

Because:
Suiciding your hero is WAY more time consuming!

The solution?
Save scum[en.wiktionary.org]

The location of your save files is: ->....\AppData\LocalLow\Gambrinous\Ultimate Dungeoneering

Save the game directory, try the trait. If you didn't get it, copy/paste the directory saved on top of the game directory.

In my opinion, the best heroes (in order they will pop up or unlocked):
1- Apprentice
2- Alchemist
3- Yodeller
4- Cartomancer

Best traits to add to your character to make it super powerful:
Mystical: +1 in Arcane
Resourceful: +1 card in your hand at the start of each battle
Cult Leader: +1 in magical damage when you have more than 5 cards in hand.

Blessed is great for tier 1 because they don't start with an initial trait.

Just keep using the Crone column. Having 1 extra card in your hand is WAY better than anything else the game offer.