Ophidian Wars
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Description
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STORY
Bloodsport has reached the pinnacle of entertainment. Organized arena combat is the galactic sport of the future. Towering mutants, advanced sentient constructs, demonic princes, mystical spectrals, and a wide range of alien races are drawn to the fighting circuits. Arenas are packed to watch the spectacle, and worlds tune in to cheer for their teams and champions. Welcome to the arena!
GAMEPLAY
Ophidian Wars is card-based combat game where you build a team of 5 high-performing gladiators. Equip them a custom arsenal, and train them with deadly maneuvers. The team with the last gladiator standing is the victor.
The FLOW of Battle!
New Combat Mechanic: Actions in Ophidian Wars are either positive (+) or negative (-), representing the natural "flow" of battle. (+) actions allow you to maintain control and continue playing further actions. But a (-) action transfers control to your opponent, and the tide of battle swings their way. Maintaining control, manipulating the flow, and learning how/when to make actions, is key to victory.
Unique Resources:
Gladiators will generate Adrenaline which can be used to pull off maneuvers and combos. You can also gain Cheer by appeasing the bloodthirsty crowd, and use their favor to bring new arsenal items in to the arena.
WHAT ELSE?
-Ophidian Wars benefited from three lengthy rounds of non-family beta testing at various stages of design. So this would not have been possible without the amazing help and feedback from volunteer testers.
-All 69 cards have unique custom professional art.
-If you enjoy minis, all 14 beta set gladiators are available for 3D printing and painting, high detail resin, 54mm. Gladiator stats/abilities are directly on the pedestal, replacing their cards if you so choose.
EACH PLAYER MAY CUSTOMIZE FROM THEIR OWN DECK OR PLAY 2-PLAYER WITH ONE DECK
MINIS SOLD SEPARATELY - SEE WEBSITE NO RANDOMNESS OR RARITY / ONE DECK = FULL SET
Contact at: cevo70 (at) yahoo.com
69 cards, divided as: 15 Gladiators 18 Arsenal Items 36 Maneuvers
Components
| Component | Quantity | Photo |
|---|---|---|
| Small Booklet | 1 |  |
| Poker Deck | 1 deck of 69 cards |  |
| Poker Tuck Box (72 cards) | 1 |  |
Vitals
| Average Rating | 12 reviews |
|---|---|
| Publish Date | June 04, 2015 |
| Edition | Core Set |
| Department | Games |
| Tags | Sci-Fi Combat Alternate Future Casual Gamer Deck Building Magic: The Gathering |
| More Info | Ophidian Wars web site |
Why buy this?
It was original, fun, and brought a life to the game that we did not have in other games. (9.3 / 10)
- The "Flow" mechanic is a smooth unique way to handle combat
- 69 unique professional art pieces, polished/tested gameplay
- Build a futuristic team of gladiators, gear, and maneuvers
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Ratings and Reviews
I haven't had a chance to play it but the video and the artwork is incredible. What a great concept for a fighting game. I hope this game does well on The Game Crafter we need more original games like...
The new look is easy to read, the gameplay is fun, especially with some unique strategies around that exist. I'm looking forward to seeing some new gladiators and maneuvers, and potentially some new a...
I really liked playing the game and I look forward to getting more into the strategy and trying to figure out what the best way to play is. Great game and keep up the good work.
I got a chance to play this game several times over the past couple of weeks, and I completely enjoyed it each time! The art-work is amazing and the game-play makes you feel like you are there in the...
I haven't yet played enough of this new edition to rate fairly. But...I will say I love what I experienced, thus far. Streamlined rules while maintaining the great theme and feel of the original. This...
I am so proud of him! -Carl's Mom
Great artwork and I think you made a fantastic intro video that was entertaining and informative. Game looks pretty easy to play and I think people will appreciate that you can "smash your opponents f...
Love the art Want a copy
