Description

Behold the quaint and cozy halfling haven of Lorelei, a place so charmingly serene that even the chirping birds have perfected their synchronized symphony. But wait, what's this? A rumble, a tremor, an earthquake most untimely! Lo and behold, from beneath the very cobblestones of Lorelei's cobblestony streets, emerges a treasure most coveted – a Blood Crystal!

With dastardly glee, you shall plot and scheme, concocting cunning plans that would make even a gnome blush. Your goal? Why, to trample over the adorably unsuspecting halflings of Lorelei like a horde of slightly messy but utterly determined toddlers chasing after a particularly elusive ice cream wagon.

Players each take on the role of a nefarious Commander of one of the many evil factions of Alqarr. Using their Banners, Troops, and a handful of Tactics cards, they must make their way to the centre of the lands and claim the newly-revealed Blood Crystal, the so-called "Heart of Alqarr".

After six rounds of claiming territory, looting old ruins, and stealing wealth from one another, the winner is the Commander with the most Gold!

—description from the designer