Chants for the Old Ones

A game by Bernat Buxaus

1 - 4 Players 60 - 90 minutes Medium

Deck Construction, Solo / Solitaire Game, Worker Placement

Fantasy, Horror, Miniatures, Mythology, Novel-based

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Description

The Old Ones are coming, and you can feel their dark presence lurking in every corner of Arkham, Innsmouth, and Kingsport. In Chants for the Old Ones, you'll take on the role of a cultist, infiltrating these cities to perform twisted sacrifices, recruit fellow cultists, and summon terrifying creatures to bring about the arrival of these ancient beings. With the watchful eyes of seasoned researchers trying to thwart your plans, you'll need to be strategic and cunning to succeed. As you delve into this immersive game, you'll experience a unique blend of deck construction, worker placement, and solo or multiplayer gameplay, all set against a rich backdrop of fantasy, horror, and mythology. With its normal complexity, Chants for the Old Ones is accessible to fans of board games, and its 60 to 90 minute playtime makes it an ideal evening activity for 1 to 4 players. Designed by Bernat Buxaus and published in 2024, this base game promises to transport you to a world of eerie suspense and dark magic, where the goal is to build the first cult to summon an Old One and usher in a new era of glory. Will you answer the call of the Old Ones and bring about a terrifying new era, or will the forces of reason and science stop you in your tracks?