Shadowscape (Kickstarter Special)

Board Game Geek Rating: 5.62; Avg Player Rating: 6.79. For 1 to 4 players, published in 2017. This is the Kickstarter Edition of Shadowscape, including all stretch goals like the core game and Deeper Dungeon Expansion. Note: paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign aren't included unless stated. Shadowscape is an exciting mini dungeon crawl in the Mistfall universe. You can play competitively, cooperatively, or solo. The game uses a five - by - five grid of randomized dungeon room cards. Start by picking your Heroes and placing tokens in corner rooms. Each Hero has four double - sided Action Cards. On your turn, use two cards to attack monsters, search rooms, move, or prepare. Flip the card after use for a different action. Boost actions with Fate Cards from your hand. Fate Cards can also have a Bane effect. At the end of each turn, draw a Fate Card for monster spawn and movement. Monsters may attack Heroes, and damage may affect Action Cards. The Game Steward is glad to offer this game. A portion of your spend on Shadowscape will back new Kickstarter games. Contact us for purchase questions or game advice.

Using the game: First, choose your Heroes and place your tokens in the corner rooms of the dungeon. Each Hero has four double - sided Action Cards in front of you. On your turn, pick two cards to perform actions like attacking monsters, searching rooms, moving, or preparing for the next rounds. Flip the card after use to get a different action. You can use Fate Cards from your hand to boost actions. Fate Cards can also be used for their Bane effect. At the end of your turn, draw a Fate Card for monster spawn and movement. Attention: This is the Kickstarter Edition, but paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign aren't included unless otherwise stated. When monsters attack Heroes, some damage can be soaked, but some will affect your Action Cards. Maintenance: Keep the cards in a dry and clean place to prevent damage. Avoid bending or getting the cards wet.