Board Game Geek Avg Player Rating: 7.77. This is a 2 - player board game published in 2019. It's the Kickstarter Edition of Anthelion by Button Shy Games. It includes the core game, the Androids Expansion, and all unlocked stretch goals. Note that paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless otherwise stated.
In the Pocket Universe, a devastating battle is coming to an end. After years of fighting, it's clear that this war can't be won by military might alone. The leaders of the Dynasty and the Liberation are turning to the galaxy's most influential figures to strengthen their cause. Who can consolidate power, gain allies, and turn foes? Who can form a powerful Conclave to control the Universe?
The game consists of just 18 cards, neatly packaged in a vinyl wallet for easy portability. Anthelion: Conclave of Power builds on the success of the two - player influence manipulation game Avignon: A Clash of Popes. Players use special abilities of locations and characters to pull characters to their side (their Conclave) or push unwanted ones to the opponent. The first to amass 10 points of influence wins, regardless of the characters' factions.
Players choose between the Liberation or Dynasty. This choice determines which side of the map you're pulling towards and the planet base (threshold) you'll use. The remaining planets go in the center, and 5 characters are placed at the neutral planet. Your goal is to pull them to your Conclave for points.
You don't need to collect a united faction of characters. You can find Liberation, Dynasty, or Rogue characters that work well together. Petitions on characters and planets move them throughout the universe. These characters are worth points and can provide resources when in your Conclave.
Anthelion is a game where 2 players choose two unique special character abilities each turn to manipulate character locations. Pull characters from all factions to your side and be the first to reach 10 points of influence to win.
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How to Play:
1. First, choose your side, either the Liberation or the Dynasty. This will decide which side of the map you're aiming for and the planet base you'll use.
2. Place the remaining planets in the center of the playing area and deal 5 characters to the neutral planet.
3. On your turn, choose two unique special character abilities. Use these to pull characters from all factions to your side (your Conclave) or push unwanted characters to your opponent.
4. Try to amass 10 points of influence by getting enough characters to cross to your side of the table. The first player to reach 10 points wins.
Note: The game is a Kickstarter Edition, and paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless otherwise stated.
Maintenance Advice:
Since the game comes in a vinyl wallet, keep it in a dry and cool place to prevent the wallet from getting damaged. When not in use, store the 18 cards neatly inside the wallet to avoid loss or damage.
