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2018 Ranked #6,048

Imperius

A card-drafting strategy game where rival factions use secret information, special powers, and planet effects to seize an imperial throne. Positions of strength shift quickly, rewarding players who adapt while undermining an opponent’s emerging advantage.

Card Game Science Fiction Open Drafting Secret Unit Deployment

Players

2-4

Play time

20-45 min

Age

14+

Complexity

2.67/5

Rating

6.56

Harder to teach Highly interactive Deep strategy

Overview

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ABG editorial scores on a 1–5 scale.

Teachability 2.4/5

Harder to teach

Replay value 4.0/5

High replayability

Interaction 3.7/5

Highly interactive

Player scaling 4.0/5

Scales well

Strategic depth 4.5/5

Deep strategy

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How it plays

How does it play?

The ruling house of the empire is in decline & in their weakness an opportunity presents itself. The throne is within the grasp of any rival faction bold & cunning enough to grab power for themselves.

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The ruling house of the empire is in decline & in their weakness an opportunity presents itself. The throne is within the grasp of any rival faction bold & cunning enough to grab power for themselves. Imperius, from acclaimed designer Grant Rodiek, puts you in charge of one of the rival factions trying to seize control of the throne of Imperius. Use clever drafting, secret information, special faction abilities, and varied planet effects to give yourself the edge. You must be able to adapt to take advantage of your position when it is strong and thwart your enemies when they appear to have the upper-hand. Key Points - Unique take on card drafting games for 2 to 4 players. - Highly tense and rewarding interactive gameplay. - Packed with loads of interchangeable content to keep your games fresh and exciting!

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Play and group

Players
2–4
Best with
2–4
Play time
20–45 min
Age
14+
Complexity
2.7/5
Credits and catalog connections

Credits

Designers

1
Grant Rodiek

Artists

1
Chris Byer

Publishers

1
Kolossal Games

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