This is probably the one deck with the most fun slash power value out there. What makes it especially entertaining is the fact that almost every time one draws a card, it is useful. And almost every game feels different and fresh.
The Storm Comes is almost always the choice of a sidequest, then Prepare for Battle as second. With Thurundir’s ability, there is a good chance to have two sidequests at the start of the game. Once the Storm is cleared, and with the great hero lineup it should be right away, allies will show up quickly and strong. The saga quests make this even more fun, having five resources to begin with. Both Éowyn and Glorfindel are great at Quick Strike, or Oath of Eorl once you have someone from Gondor (in which Steward can help). Options for card draw can multiple quickly, starting with Gildor Inglorion (who’s the best Steward candidate with Heed the Dream in mind).
At the first glance, defense seems like the biggest issue of the deck, with none of the heroes being able to defend effectively. The allies come to rescue with many a candidate and Hold the Lines is amazing here, with the readying bonus often not needed as the allies ready themselves (Vigilant Dúdanad, Boromir or Treebeard).