Product Information
Board Game Geek Avg Player Rating: 6.87. This retail edition of The Ninth World card game, suitable for 1 to 5 players and published in 2017, comes from Lone Shark Games and Monte Cook Games. It includes the core game and two promo cards 'Seek the Jade Colossus' and 'Skull Detonator'. Set in the far - future world of Numenera, this epic card game offers multiple play modes: competitive, cooperative, or solo. Each player takes on the role of a Nano, Jack, or Glaive, described with an adjective, noun, and verb phrase. Characters explore one of the nine kingdoms of The Steadfast or the Beyond. In a quick five - round game, they start from the initial region and move outwards. In a standard nine - round game, they return home via the other side of the card. Each round, players allocate time to five skills: scouting, tinkering, charming, combating, and skill advancement, and then bid for the best cards. They can choose to adventure in the town for predictable rewards or head to the wilderness with its unpredictable cyphers and dangerous creatures. Every action earns victory points, and the player with the most points at the end is the most legendary adventurer. In co - op mode, players work together to save the town from the wilderness threats. In solo mode, it's a lone fight. We're excited to support this game and use a large part of your purchase money to back more great Kickstarter games. If you have any purchase questions, contact The Game Steward.
To play The Ninth World card game, first, decide on the number of players (1 - 5) and the play mode (competitive, cooperative, or solo). Each player picks a character (Nano, Jack, or Glaive) and describes it. Shuffle the region cards to set up the kingdom for exploration. During each round, choose how much time to spend on different skills like scouting the wilderness, tinkering with cyphers, charming allies, combating creatures, and advancing skills. Then bid against other players for the best cards. In the town, rewards are more predictable, while the wilderness offers more surprises but also greater risks. In co - op mode, work together with other players to protect the town from the creatures coming from the wilderness deck. In solo mode, it's all on you. Remember, every action you take will earn you victory points. Keep your cards in a dry and clean place to avoid damage. If you have any problems or questions during the game, feel free to contact The Game Steward.
