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Heroes

Heroes

Lion Games · 2015
2–420–30 min12+ yrs2.3/5 complexity6.0 BGG#10.942 BGG1,1 KCouples
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How do you play Heroes?

The primary objective is for all players to cooperatively complete a series of increasingly dangerous missions to thwart the evil organization Cobra's plans and save the world. Players must work together, combining their unique abilities and resources to achieve this common goal.

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Heroes box art
official art · Lion Games

Trust your instincts and enter the duel. Prepare for a fight where only fast decisions and your own willpower can let you defeat your element-commaning opponents. When the time comes, they will try to destroy you! A storm of the battle will break out and the air will tremble with omnipresent magic. Face the challenge and emerge victorious in the end! Don't let your rivals outwit you!

Heroes is a dynamic real-time game for 2-4 players, in which players become true heroes of a magical fantasy world, possessing great powers related to different elements: air, water, fire, etc. and leading powerful fantasy armies. They send their creatures — such as dragons, elementals, ifrits, hydras or gnomes — to a battle against the opponent's troops. The aim of the game is to defeat the opponent's hero and army.

In each battle you will summon the mighty forces of nature and the beasts which were born from them. You will chose on your own which of them will accompany you in tides of battle.

Using magic dice you will cast spells or dispel those belonging to your enemies, activate your foes or learn new magic incantations. Perceptivness, reflexes and a well-thought-out strategy are the keys to victory.

One of key tasks for each player is to properly use of any cards that he own and creatures that he controls. He must quickly analyze scores on his dice because only given sets of symbols will allow him to use abilities and cast spells.

The rules, step by step

Setup
Each player selects a G.I. Joe leader and receives a starting deck of basic cards. The game board is set up with various mission cards, a requisition area for new cards (veterans, gear, vehicles), and a threat meter for Cobra. Players also place their chosen leader's pawn on the starting space of the mission track.
Objective
The primary objective is for all players to cooperatively complete a series of increasingly dangerous missions to thwart the evil organization Cobra's plans and save the world. Players must work together, combining their unique abilities and resources to achieve this common goal.
On your turn
During a player's turn, they draw a hand of cards from their personal deck. These cards represent actions, resources, and abilities. Players use these cards to recruit new G.I. Joe veterans, acquire powerful gear, field new vehicles, and move their leader's pawn across the mission track to engage in missions. Actions are strategically chosen to build up individual decks and contribute to the overall mission success.
Scoring
G.I. Joe Deck-Building Game is a cooperative game, meaning there is no individual scoring. Players collectively win if they successfully complete all the missions before Cobra's threat level reaches its maximum. If Cobra's threat level becomes too high or players fail to meet certain mission conditions, everyone loses.
Game end
The game concludes in one of two ways: either the players achieve victory by successfully completing all the designated missions, or they face defeat if Cobra's threat meter fills up, indicating their plans have succeeded, or if specific mission failure conditions are met.
Tips
To succeed, players should prioritize recruiting veterans and acquiring gear that synergize with their leader's abilities and the current mission's requirements. Effective communication and coordination with teammates are crucial for planning actions, sharing resources, and deciding which missions to tackle first. Managing the threat meter is also key, as ignoring Cobra's advances can quickly lead to defeat.
🔬 game anatomy
Complexity2.3 / 5
BGG rating6.0 / 10
Vibe
Couples
Language dependence
Extensive text — heavy translation needed
Play time
20–30 min
Players
2–4
Recommended age
12+ yrs
BGG rank
#10.942

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the goal of the game?
The primary objective is for all players to cooperatively complete a series of increasingly dangerous missions to thwart the evil organization Cobra's plans and save the world. Players must work together, combining their unique abilities and resources to achieve this common goal.
Q2How do you set up the game?
Each player selects a G.I. Joe leader and receives a starting deck of basic cards. The game board is set up with various mission cards, a requisition area for new cards (veterans, gear, vehicles), and a threat meter for Cobra. Players also place their chosen leader's pawn on the starting space of the mission track.
Q3How does a turn work?
During a player's turn, they draw a hand of cards from their personal deck. These cards represent actions, resources, and abilities. Players use these cards to recruit new G.I. Joe veterans, acquire powerful gear, field new vehicles, and move their leader's pawn across the mission track to engage in missions. Actions are strategically chosen to build up individual decks and contribute to the overall mission success.
Q4How is scoring calculated?
G.I. Joe Deck-Building Game is a cooperative game, meaning there is no individual scoring. Players collectively win if they successfully complete all the missions before Cobra's threat level reaches its maximum. If Cobra's threat level becomes too high or players fail to meet certain mission conditions, everyone loses.
Q5When and how does the game end?
The game concludes in one of two ways: either the players achieve victory by successfully completing all the designated missions, or they face defeat if Cobra's threat meter fills up, indicating their plans have succeeded, or if specific mission failure conditions are met.
Q6What tips are there for beginners?
To succeed, players should prioritize recruiting veterans and acquiring gear that synergize with their leader's abilities and the current mission's requirements. Effective communication and coordination with teammates are crucial for planning actions, sharing resources, and deciding which missions to tackle first. Managing the threat meter is also key, as ignoring Cobra's advances can quickly lead to defeat.
Q7How much does Heroes cost?
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Q8Where can I buy Heroes cheapest?
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Q9How do you play Heroes?
Heroes is a card game game, for 2–4 players, taking ~20–30 minutes, featuring deck, bag, and pool building. Check the Rules tab for setup, gameplay, and scoring, or ask Trișache anything about Heroes — our AI assistant built by howtoplay.ro and trained specifically on board game rulebooks.
Q10How many players does Heroes support?
Heroes is played by 2–4 players.

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