Abyss: Leviathan

Description

--- "Abyss: Leviathan" introduces Leviathan sea monster threats converging on the border, replacing the threat track with a border board for high-risk exploration and combat. Key mechanics include: - *Border board* Replaces threat track; Leviathan cards placed here as monsters advance toward the Kingdom. - *Monster combat* Exploring depths reveals monsters, allowing fights against Leviathans using new lords' and allies' powers. - *Risk-reward exploration* Fighting proves worth for throne influence; fleeing or avoiding combat risks injury. - *Victory bonus* Player killing most sea monsters claims statue for 5 extra end-game points. - *Guild involvement* Allies and conscripts from Guilds aid in containing Leviathans. Abyss: Leviathan transforms the game by substituting the threat track with a border board where Leviathan cards—representing terrifying sea monsters—accumulate, threatening the Kingdom. Players face heightened dangers during exploration of the depths: revealing a monster enables combat against border Leviathans, bolstered by new lords and allies leveraging their powers. Success in slaying the most Leviathans secures a statue and 5 bonus points, enhancing influence toward throne access. However, shirking fights incurs injury, while fighting or fleeing proves perilous, with Guild-mandated allies and conscripts pivotal in containment efforts. ---