
Mythicals
A board game by Alexis Allard, Joan Dufour
2 Players 15 minutes Simple
Hand Management, Set Collection, Card Drafting, Push Your Luck, Contracts
Card Game, Fantasy, Mythology, Animals
Friends and Communities with Mythicals
Description
Mythicals is a fun and fast-paced card game for two players that's all about mastering the elements and outsmarting your opponent. In this fantasy world, you'll encounter all sorts of mythical creatures, each with its own special powers and affiliations with water, air, earth, or fire. The goal is simple: be the player with the greatest mastery of the elements by the end of the game, and you'll emerge victorious. With a playtime of just 15 minutes, you can get in a quick game of Mythicals whenever you like, making it the perfect addition to your gaming collection. The gameplay is easy to learn, but that doesn't mean it's lacking in strategy. You'll need to study the creatures and their elements, and make tactical decisions about which cards to collect and when to take risks. On each turn, you'll draw three cards from the pile or pick them up from the market, trying to collect sets of cards that represent the same elements. If you're lucky, you'll be able to discard a collection that matches a favor token, and you'll get to take the token as a reward. The favor tokens are what will ultimately help you master the elements and win the game, so you'll need to be clever and a little bit lucky to get the ones you need. Designed by Alexis Allard and Joan Dufour, and released in 2025, Mythicals is a great combination of card drafting, hand management, and push-your-luck gameplay. The simple rules make it easy to get started, but the depth of strategy will keep you coming back for more. With its unique blend of fantasy and mythology, and its focus on tactical gameplay, Mythicals is a game that's sure to delight fans of card games and strategy alike. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for a fun and quick game to play with a friend, Mythicals is definitely worth checking out.
