A Hybrid Comic Book & Campaign for Heroes of the Sanctum: The Strategy Card Game – designed by FireTap Games ®
The Incursion looms as the ultimate campaign of survival unfolds. Heroes rise and fall, and the existence of all things hangs in the balance.
Introducing Heroes of the Sanctum: Comic Campaign™ – a unique fusion of Graphic Novel and GameBook. Immerse yourself in the struggle to survive the initial events of The Incursion in a seamless, dark narrative of Quests, featuring all-new game mechanisms and multiple endings!
Delve Into A Captivating Dark Fantasy Universe!
In the opening pages of the book, brace yourself for the relentless storm of The Incursion. Witness as ancient manifestations of darkness tear through the very fabric of existence, casting a shadow of doom over the land. Stand alongside the Sanctum as they muster their courage in a valiant struggle against the initial onslaught. With time slipping through their fingers like grains of sand, behold their desperate quest to rally emissaries and forge unity among the living against the relentless, demonic scourge hell-bent on purging all life from the realm!
Assemble An Expedition And Forge Your Destiny!
Prepare for an epic campaign as you assemble a mighty band of 12 Champions. Then, choose your path wisely by selecting from a range of difficulty modes, including the brutal “Legend” difficulty introduced in this campaign. But heed the warning: if your heroes fall, they’re lost forever. With your heroes’ fate dangling precariously, the pressure intensifies as you defy the odds, striving towards the climactic showdown to unravel one of four gripping endings that’ll keep you on the edge of your seat. The stage is set, and the adventure beckons – will you emerge as the legendary Heroes foretold by the ancients?
Quest Outcomes
Upon the completion of a Quest, the true test begins: confront the aftermath of Victory or Defeat, unveiling coveted Traits and seizing vital Loot. Yet, the looming spectre of the Incursion demands more than mere triumph. Should your heroes withstand the onslaught, forge onward into the abyss, delving deeper into the campaign’s unwinding narrative. Prepare to confront the darkness head-on, where every decision shapes destiny and each stride brings you closer to the brink of chaos.
Traits
Traits are effects that affect the entire party for the duration of the campaign. If you are victorious after completing a Quest, your party will gain a positive Trait as well as bonus Loot. If you fail, you not only lose those heroes for the duration of the campaign, but you will also gain a negative Trait. As an example, after attempting to save the villagers from a burning village, you will either gain the PYROSHIELD or PYROPHOBIC trait, depending on the outcome!
Multiple Endings
As the campaign draws to its climactic conclusion, four dramatic endings cast their shadows across the horizon. Your decisions shall carve the fate of the realm in unyielding stone, as the very essence of existence teeters on the brink. The weight of all living souls rests squarely upon your shoulders, for in failure, only oblivion awaits. Ready yourself, for the final reckoning draws near, where every choice echoes through the corridors of eternity. Embrace your destiny as a true Hero of the Sanctum, for the time to rise is now!
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is The Size / Page Count Of This Book?
The size of the book is A5, consisting of 40 double-sided, full-colour pages. Other specifics will depend on stretch goals.
Is This Book A Standalone Game?
No. This book requires the Heroes of the Sanctum: The Strategy Card Game™ core set to play its Quests.
Does This Work With Multiplayer And Epic Expansions?
Of course! The Comic Campaign works with all expansions and game modes!
What Upgrades Do Heroes Keep Across Quests?
In this campaign, Heroes always start Quests in their non-advanced state and without Loot. However, they may be awarded “Bonus Consumables” from the previous Quest or specific Traits which would allow them to have Loot at start. Players only need to track what Traits they have unlocked, which are unique contextual effects that are gained by the actions taken during Quests. These are persistent for all heroes in your party for the duration of the campaign.
How Does Legend Difficulty Mode Work?
This Campaign features the unique “Legend” Difficulty mode. In addition to the effects of “Hero” Difficulty, the Hero Pool is reduced from 12 to 4, Bonus Consumables are disabled, and players start the campaign with the “DESPISED” trait: At the start of each Quest, replace a level 1 or 2 threat with a random level 3 threat. Then, reset the threat deck.
When Will The Comic Campaign Be Released?
The Comic Campaign will be available as an optional add-on during the Kickstarter launch of Heroes of the Sanctum: The Strategy Card Game™ in March 2024.
