Board Game Geek Avg Player Rating: 7.9. This game is suitable for 2 to 4 players and was published in 2018. It's a Kickstarter - exclusive Cerebria origin box pledge - level board game. The package includes the Cerebria base game, 2 custom - designed emotion booklets, 8 painted spirit miniatures (about 2.4 inches tall), a Kickstarter - exclusive balance feature (an additional 3rd side to the game), 4 new types of strong emotions for balance (8 extra cards in total), Caprice and Reason joining the Forces of Balance (2 extra miniatures, 2 double - sided player boards, and upgraded tokens), a spot - uv highlighted interface board, and a plastic tray insert for sleeved cards. All unlocked stretch goals are also included. Note that paid add - ons from the Kickstarter campaign are not included unless otherwise stated. In Cerebria, the powerful vibes from the Outside World have disrupted the stability of the Inside World. The Spirits of Bliss and Gloom emerge from the Origin to restore balance. They control Essence, the creative energy, to evoke Emotions and shape Cerebria. Bliss Spirits aim for a world full of kindness and joy, while Gloom Spirits plot to fill it with suspicion and animosity. In this 2v2 area - control team game, you can impersonate the creative spirits of Cerebria. Use emotion cards to occupy key spots on the main board or accompany your spirit as it moves. Emotion cards can be upgraded with Essence. Essence is taken from one of the Origin's five spheres at the start of your turn. When a sphere is emptied, it triggers important events like Dissension or Contemplation. The prevailing spirits during these events can contribute to building Cerebria's Identity. The game ends when the Identity is completed, bringing permanent stability to Cerebria. The composition of the Identity is crucial for scoring, but there are other ways to win. At TheGameSteward, we're excited to offer you this game. A significant part of your purchase will go towards backing new Kickstarter games.
How to play: First, set up the game using the base game components, custom - designed emotion booklets, miniatures, and other items in the package. Decide on your teams (2v2). Each player takes on the role of a Cerebria spirit, either Bliss or Gloom. At the start of your turn, take Essence from one of the Origin's five spheres. Use Essence to play emotion cards, upgrade them, or move your spirit. Try to occupy important spots on the main board. When a sphere is emptied, an event like Dissension or Contemplation will happen. The spirits that do well in these events can contribute to building Cerebria's Identity. The game ends when the Identity is completed. Note: Remember that paid add - ons from the Kickstarter campaign are not included unless stated. Also, handle the painted miniatures carefully to avoid chipping. Maintenance: Keep the game components in a dry and cool place. If the cards get dirty, you can gently wipe them with a soft, dry cloth. Make sure to store the plastic tray insert and other parts properly to prevent damage.
