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Thunderstone is a fantasy deck-building game published by AEG around 2009 in which players construct decks from a village market to defeat dungeon monsters for victory points. The game combines Dominion-style deck-building with role-playing elements, where players equip heroes with weapons and spells to battle monsters. Later editions, such as Thunderstone Advance, streamlined the rules and introduced new content.
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How does Thunderstone work?
Thunderstone is a fantasy deck-building game in which players recruit heroes, buy equipment, and fight monsters in a dungeon. Defeating monsters earns victory points while the village market supplies stronger cards for later turns.
Who published Thunderstone?
Thunderstone was published by Alderac Entertainment Group, usually abbreviated AEG, around 2009. It appeared during the early wave of fantasy games inspired by the deck-building structure popularized by Dominion.
Is Thunderstone similar to Dominion?
Thunderstone uses a village market and deck-building system like Dominion, but it adds heroes, weapons, light, and dungeon combat. The goal is not only to improve a deck but also to defeat monsters and collect victory points.
What are heroes used for in Thunderstone?
Heroes are recruited from the village and placed in a player's deck, where they can be equipped with weapons and other items. As heroes gain levels, they become more effective in dungeon battles and help defeat higher-value monsters.
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