Ascension: Skulls & Sails

Stone Blade Entertainment, TCG Factory · Board game · 2019
2–4 · best 2 30 min Weight 2.0/5
5.0 rating Ludopedia
7.4 rating BGG
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5.0 rating Ludopedia
7.4 rating BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

For Ascension fans looking for a dash of pirate adventure, Skulls & Sails is a great choice. It combines classic deck-building with new navigation and raiding mechanics.

Highlights
  • Classic deck-building
  • New navigation mechanics
  • Raiding interaction
  • Engaging pirate theme
Keep in mind
  • Language dependency
  • Mild learning curve
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Ascension: Skulls & Sails brings a new pirate adventure to the Ascension universe. Set sail and explore the Severed Seas, where gold and glory await. In addition to recruiting heroes and defeating monsters, you’ll use crew to move your ship across the map, facing challenges like the fearsome Kraken Thukal. The new Raid ability lets you steal treasure from opponents, adding an extra layer of strategy and interaction. With classic deck-building mechanics and new navigation dynamics, Skulls & Sails is an expansion that revitalizes the Ascension formula. Get ready for a journey full of treasure, battles, and plenty of strategy!

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–4 players
2 BEST
3 REC
4 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Categories

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Game: Ascension Deck Building
Publisher Stone Blade Entertainment, TCG Factory
Designer Justin Gary
Artist Aaron Nakahara, Eric Sabee, Rod Mendez (I), Thomas Verguet

Community

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1,305owners
130wishlist
24want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can play?
2 to 4 players.
What’s the average playtime?
About 30 minutes.
Is it hard to learn?
No, the game has a weight of 2/5 on BGG, ideal for beginners and intermediates.
Does it need translation to play?
Yes, the game has extensive language dependency.
Who will enjoy this game?
Fans of Ascension, card games, and pirate themes.

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