Ascension: Chronicle of the Godslayer [Universal] [Storm of Souls expansion]

[Artfoundry]

Wow, I just finished a game in which for my last play, I had 15 Power (and no Runes) before capturing/buying any cards. Never seen that before (with either Power or Runes). I've gotten double digits before, but I'm pretty sure never that high.

[currymutton]

Originally Posted by Strangiato

Today's downtime was intentional. We're fixing the issue with forfeited games reappearing whenever the server resets. It'll be back up shortly.

Hello, are you from the developer/publisher some how?

[jnt325]

Hey everyone, I've read so much positive feedback about this game and it definitely has piqued my interest. I've never played any type of CCG game before and I was just curious as to how accessible the game is to a complete newcomer. I like the idea of building a deck on the fly and also that no IAP packs are required to play the game as it stands right now, at least until the expansion arrives. Any feedback or advice for me?

[currymutton]

Originally Posted by jnt325

Hey everyone, I've read so much positive feedback about this game and it definitely has piqued my interest. I've never played any type of CCG game before and I was just curious as to how accessible the game is to a complete newcomer. I like the idea of building a deck on the fly and also that no IAP packs are required to play the game as it stands right now, at least until the expansion arrives. Any feedback or advice for me?

Humm, there are many tips made by others (significantly better than me) along in this tread, but this is hard to search.

My tips are to be very familiar with the game mechanics and more importantly, remember what every single the cards does (unlike me, I still cannot remember any names other than the free-two).

[Artfoundry]

Originally Posted by jnt325

Hey everyone, I've read so much positive feedback about this game and it definitely has piqued my interest. I've never played any type of CCG game before and I was just curious as to how accessible the game is to a complete newcomer. I like the idea of building a deck on the fly and also that no IAP packs are required to play the game as it stands right now, at least until the expansion arrives. Any feedback or advice for me?

This isn't a traditional CCG/TCG. It's a strategy deck building card game. There's quite a bit of difference, so not having experience in them won't be a problem. If u get it (and u should if u like strategy games and fantasy card games), definitely play the tutorial and read the instructions. Then just play the AI on easy as many times as u need to become comfortable with the mechanics and cards. At that point it's up to u how to get better - play the AI on medium, play other people, read strategy hints, etc. And prepare to spend a lot of time on it - it's an addicting game! What's cool though is games (1v1) only take about 15 min.

[jnt325]

Originally Posted by Artfoundry

This isn't a traditional CCG/TCG. It's a strategy deck building card game. There's quite a bit of difference, so not having experience in them won't be a problem. If u get it (and u should if u like strategy games and fantasy card games), definitely play the tutorial and read the instructions. Then just play the AI on easy as many times as u need to become comfortable with the mechanics and cards. At that point it's up to u how to get better - play the AI on medium, play other people, read strategy hints, etc. And prepare to spend a lot of time on it - it's an addicting game! What's cool though is games (1v1) only take about 15 min.

That's the thing - on one hand I absolutely love strategy games, especially turn based strategy, but I have zero experience with any kind of card game. I'm intrigued, but just trying to figure out how much mileage I would get before I take the plunge. Thanks for the insight though.

[GodSon]

Here's the result of game 3 with Uber Franz in the Ascension Tournament:



I'm not sure if the tournament even exists still but the final result is Diligence 2-1 vs. Uber Franz to finish out the round. The last game was a tight one the from the start. Ready for whoever I play in the quarter (or semi?) finals. Thanks Uber Franz for the good games.

[FPE]

The tournament is very much alive, but due to duke disappearance it is moved to bgg.

[Artfoundry]

Ugh, I just had a prime example of a game of why making the right choices is key to winning. I made three mistakes in the game, and each one cost me a point. Guess how many points I lost by? 1.

[Strangiato]

Incinerator recently made a guest appearance on the podcast for Summoner Wars. The primary topic was iOS board game development, which included a fair amount of discussion about the Ascension app and some upcoming features:

http://www.plaidhatgames.com/podcast.html (episode 18)