Catacombs First edition (pré-joué) (EN)

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Catacombs is a fantasy adventure game that replaces dice rolls with player skill. Deep beneath the surface, dangerous monsters, magical treasures, and powerful enemies await. One player takes on the role of the Overseer, commanding the forces of the dungeon, while the other players control a team of heroes attempting to survive the Catacombs and defeat the fearsome Catacomb Lord.

Instead of rolling dice to attack, players flick wooden discs across the board. Every successful hit represents an attack, spell, or special ability. The barbarian, thief, wizard, and elf each possess unique powers, creating a cooperative experience where teamwork and precision are just as important as tactical planning. Every encounter becomes a fast-paced and memorable challenge.

As the heroes advance through the dungeon, they face increasingly dangerous monsters, collect gold, and purchase new equipment from the merchant. Each room presents fresh obstacles and opportunities before the final confrontation with the Catacomb Lord. Despite its accessibility, Catacombs offers tremendous replayability thanks to its wide variety of monsters, rooms, and equipment.

You will enjoy Catacombs if you love adventure board games, cooperative gameplay, and innovative mechanics. Fans of dungeon crawler games will appreciate its fresh take on fantasy exploration, while players who enjoy dexterity challenges will discover a truly unique experience where every flick matters.

Interesting fact: Catacombs won the 2010 Golden Geek Award for Most Innovative Board Game. Its blend of dexterity gameplay and tactical dungeon crawling remains one of the most distinctive concepts in modern board gaming.

The game was designed by Ryan Amos, Marc Kelsey, and Aron West. Their vision successfully combined the excitement of real-time physical action with the progression and exploration found in classic dungeon adventures. Artwork by Kandy Chen, Jacqueline Moreno, Christina Sealey, and Emma Bramma Smith helps bring the underground fantasy world to life.

BOX CONTENTS
3 double-sided game boards
12 Wizard Spell cards
13 Monster cards
9 Item cards
38 Room cards
68 wooden discs and cubes
40 Currency cards
8 Player Mats
Rulebook

Number of players: 2 to 5
Playing time: 30 to 60 minutes
Age: 12+