Accessible, quick-to-learn, and fast-paced fantasy strategy experience that’s perfect for both casual and seasoned board gamers Innovative worker placement system with a clever bidding twist where the size of your party determines turn order and rewards Engaging, story-driven gameplay for ages 12 and up, balancing tactical depth with intuitive mechanics Features breathtaking artwork by Andrew Bosley, acclaimed illustrator of Everdell and other award-winning games 1. Rescue and train dragons, recruit heroes, and defend the island of Emberheart from ruthless poachers in a richly immersive world Mindclash Games’ Emberheart is a fast-playing, medium-weight worker placement strategy game for 2–4 players set on the mystical island of Emberheart, home to the last surviving dragons. Once living peacefully alongside the villagers, the dragons now face extinction as ruthless poachers from distant lands invade to capture and exploit them. The Dragon Ambassador has called upon the King for aid, and as one of the King’s Champions, your mission is to unite with the villagers, rally heroes, rescue dragons, and defend the island from destruction. Each turn, you must decide whether to take an Aide token that grants a unique temporary bonus, or send a party of hirelings to a location to claim valuable rewards. The number of hirelings you send determines how early you act and how likely you are to outmaneuver your rivals. Grunts are versatile but expendable, while Scouts, Rangers, and Wardens provide permanent strategic advantages. You can also send your trained Dragon Companion to strengthen your actions with unique abilities gained through training. By rescuing dragons from poachers, expanding and protecting preserves, and recruiting heroes with distinct powers, you will gain the Glory needed to rise above your opponents. However, danger comes with every victory, as reckless actions and poacher raids can advance your Flame track, reducing your final score if you let the fire consume you. After five intense rounds of tactical decision-making, the Champion with the most Glory is crowned the new Dragon Ambassador, protector of Emberheart and its majestic dragons. Featuring rich artwork, asymmetric strategies, and deep replayability, Emberheart offers a perfect blend of fantasy adventure, worker placement, and tactical resource management.