Board Game Geek Rating: 6.18, Avg Player Rating: 7.22. This is the Kickstarter Edition of Assault on Doomrock, a co - operative adventure board game set in a humorous fantasy world. It was published in 2014 and suitable for 1 to 4 players.
The Kickstarter Edition includes the Second Edition core game (with Indiegogo promo cards integrated) and a promotional adventure board from the Polish crowdfunding campaign. Note that paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless stated otherwise.
Inside the box, you'll find:
- 1 Core Game
- 2 Stoneskin Potions: Consumable artifacts that give 4 Shield tokens when used in the roll phase.
- 2 Black Hole Potions: Consumable artifacts that let you move characters between groups.
- 2 Hammers of Doom: 2 - Hand weapons that add 1 damage and ignore 1 armor in melee attacks, requiring 1 Str.
- 1 Uncomfortable Armor: Armor that gives an expose marker at the start and lets you push yourself.
- 1 Epic Item - Bloodstone Necklace: An artifact that takes a hero's HP loss and gives you 1 Heroism token.
- 1 Epic Item - Ear Necklace: An artifact that gives secret markers when a hero is low on HP and can be used to gain heroism markers, requiring 1 Agi and 1 Str.
Players start by creating random heroes from two cards, with countless combinations like sadistic paladin and stinky warrior. The heroes then explore a randomly assembled world map, facing three difficult encounters in a grid - free, tactical battle system using character positioning, dice, and ability cards.
The goal is to defeat the third epic boss. You need to use the map well to become powerful before time runs out.
Key features:
- A fully cooperative board game with card - driven AI.
- Variable heroes and scenarios from over 300 cards.
- A grid - free, tactical battle system with a dice allocation phase.
- A randomized world map adventure with quests, events, shops, and rewards.
- 6 Heroes with 8 random traits, 74 unique ability cards, and 70 item rewards.
- 9 possible battle encounters with over 30 combinations.
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Using the Assault on Doomrock game is easy and fun. First, start by generating your heroes from the two provided cards. You can come up with all sorts of wacky hero combinations. Then, you're ready to start your adventure on the randomly assembled world map.
When it comes to battles, use the grid - free, tactical battle system. Pay attention to character positioning, roll your dice, and play your ability cards to gain an edge. Try to use your items like the potions, weapons, and armor at the right time. For example, use the Stoneskin Potion during the roll phase to get those extra Shield tokens.
Remember, the goal is to defeat the third epic boss. To do this, explore the map, complete quests, and visit shops to get stronger before your time runs out.
Here are some important things to note. The Kickstarter Edition we offer doesn't include paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign unless otherwise stated. Also, the Ear Necklace requires 1 Agi and 1 Str to use its special ability, so make sure your hero meets those requirements.
For maintenance, keep your game components in a dry place. You can use a soft cloth to clean the cards if they get dirty. And that's it! Have a great time playing Assault on Doomrock.
