The most effective starting strategy for the Inferno faction.

Personally, I prefer to play as Deleb and train machines. I take imps with me (but not against archers), succubi, and jumping demons. I keep the dogs safe and leave them in the castle. Against powerful neutrals, we build cavalry or even cave lords. It's good if the guild has regeneration or, at worst, raising the dead. Then you can win without any losses.