Resolving complex combat interactions - simply

Interesting solution. I definitely like the idea of doing that sort of thing visually instead of requiring players to memorize a big list, or to go through a spread sheet.

Also, there are other ways to get a rock paper scissors effect without explicitly stating what beats what. Using things like armor, damage, and attack speeds can open up strategies while allowing the player to feel clever for figuring out what counters what.

For example, a knight with high armor could prevent damage from a small blade allowing the knight to defeat a rogue. A rogue's high attack speed allows it to defeat a wizard before the wizard can complete his slow attack. The wizard's high spell damage and range can get through the knights armor. Instead of making a chart that says wizards always beat knights, you can do this through their stats and abilities.

I agree. It's fun to read this sort of stuff.