Elysium

About this board game

Welcome to Elysium, a delightful strategy board game with a tantalizing blend of mythology and fantasy. As players, you’re brought into the vibrant world of Greek mythology, where you’ll take on the roles of ambitious demigods striving to earn your place among the pantheon of Greek gods.

Set in the heart of the ancient world, Elysium is a game of set collecting and combinations in which you recruit cards representing heroes, items, powers and gods. These cards have known and secret powers and are your means of performing actions which can lead you to victory. Your goal is to create the best combinations of cards—more powerful, more efficient, more rewarding—to earn the maximum amount of victory points.

The core mechanics of Elysium are simple but thought-provoking. The game proceeds in cycles known as Epochs. During each Epoch, players will draft cards from a central pool and then use them to achieve various tasks. Each card belongs to one of five Olympic gods, and each has its own unique abilities. You need to carefully strategize how to use these abilities to maximize your points.

But what makes Elysium truly unique is its innovative card drafting system. Unlike other games where players can freely choose any card, Elysium employs a color-coded system. Each player has four color columns, and you can only draft a card if you still have the column of the same color. This unique mechanism adds an extra layer of strategy and decision-making to the game, as it forces players to carefully manage their resources and plan ahead.

Furthermore, Elysium requires players to make tough decisions about when to transfer their cards to their Elysium. Once transferred, cards lose their abilities but can score points by forming sets or families. This mechanic further enhances the strategic depth of the game, as players must balance the immediate benefits of keeping cards for their abilities with the long-term rewards of transferring them for points.

In essence, Elysium is a game of balance and strategy. Its unique mechanics, coupled with its rich and immersive theme, make Elysium not just a game, but a journey into a world of gods and heroes. As you delve into this enchanting world, you’ll find yourself hooked by the intricate strategies and the intense competition. So prepare to strategize, negotiate, and fight for your place among the gods in Elysium.