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Archive Delve
A group of junior researchers have broken into the most secret and forbidden library. Explore a moment in (fantasy) history by interpreting and connecting cardsWell-suited to be used as a mini-game during or before an RPG campaignBonus mode 'Ghost Delve' where researchers gain assistance from beyond instead of risk of being caughtA version with extra-readable typeface is includedYour experience will vary wildly based on the cards you use. There is only some time to gather old tomes and scrolls to find answers about the past before the security measures of the archive get you! Archive Delve is a 30-60 minute card interpretation game for 1+ players that requires a deck of at least 25 evocative image cards, like a Tarot or Dixit deck (not included).
Price:
$3.00
Rating:
5.00 (from 2 reviews)
Published:
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