Skills in the game

The topic title guides us, and the attached poll is incredibly stimulating for creative thought :D

According to statistics: Castle + Valeska is the most popular option, and also the saddest in terms of results. 127 wins out of 338 games for Valeska, which is less than 40%. This is especially sad compared to Kairn and Tazar, who have a success rate of around 60%.
In my opinion, the root of the problem lies in the fact that Valeska, who is excellent in the first week, is no longer as good by the time you need to take Tier 3 towns or face your opponent. In comparison, when playing as the Tower, the battles in the first week are strictly ranged, but with the appearance of Golems and Nagas, the melee strength becomes more and more pronounced. That is why Neela is chosen (with an eye on the 2nd week), and not a hero with ranged skills is recruited in the tavern.
The one who relies on the melee talent of this Castle will win. But this does not mean that ranged units should not be used.
The strength of the Castle lies in the coordination of ranged units and infantry.