Unspeakable horrors dwell beneath the forest's shadows, and unseen hunters stalk the mist-covered marshes in search of prey. Those who drink from its rivers are stricken with sickness, while those who breathe its air slowly but inevitably descend into madness . Only the desperate and the faithful still dare venture onto Aeg Layeth Deandaros—the Island of Decay.
Deandaros – The Card Game is a fast playing game for 2 to 4 players about area control, bluffing and cinematic battles between highly distinctive factions. Players take command of one of the rival factions struggling for dominance in the cursed swamps of Deandaros. Send your warriors – either openly or under the cover of secrecy – to explore forgotten temples and crumbling cities hidden in the heart of the jungle. But beware... Your rivals are hunting the same prize. Only through brutal battle or a perfectly executed ambush can you seize the ancient treasures and forbidden secrets of Deandaros.
Unique Factions
Lurk in the shadows as the Valfaeri, striking with lightning-fast ambushes and driving your enemies from your homeland through ancient magic and deadly guerrilla tactics.
Or follow the mystical Will-o'-the-Wisp into the darkest reaches of the cursed swamps as an expedition of the Lombardi, wielding torch and steel in a sacred quest against the darkness.
Every faction features a completely unique deck with its own equipment, special events, and powerful card combinations tailored to the abilities and playstyle of its heroes.
Exploration & Replayability
Every location in the Location Deck features its own unique rules, rewards, and opportunities, allowing each faction to capitalize on its individual strengths. At the beginning of every round, the available locations are replaced with new ones, forcing players to rethink their strategy and adapt their plans to the ever-changing dangers of the cursed swamp.
No two expeditions into Deandaros will ever unfold the same way.
Bluff, Deceive, and Ambush
Secretly assign your characters to locations, concealing your true intentions. Your opponents will not know which areas you plan to contest or control until it is too late.
But not every character can remain hidden each round. Use your actions wisely during the Planning Phase to deceive your rivals, lure them into deadly ambushes, and strike when they least expect it.
Fight for Survival – and Powerful Treasures
Send your characters into battle and support them with powerful modifiers, deadly equipment, and game-changing card effects. Every encounter is a tense tactical showdown where up to four players clash simultaneously, each struggling to keep their heroes alive and seize the treasures hidden within the cursed swamps of Deandaros.
—description from the publisher