# Fire of Eidolon

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2017
- **BGG Rating**: 7.2
- **BGG Rank**: #7231
- **Players**: 1-6 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 30-40 min
- **Weight**: 1.82 / 5
- **Designers**: Michael Lipton
- **Artists**: Andreas Propst, Brandi York
- **Publishers**: Magic Meeple Games
- **Categories**: Adventure, Exploration, Fantasy, Video Game Theme
- **Mechanics**: Action Points, Cooperative Game, Modular Board, Pick-up and Deliver, Set Collection, Solo / Solitaire Game, Tile Placement, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
Fire of Eidolon is a compact gem for those who love cooperative dungeon crawlers without the hassle of endless setups. The lack of dice makes the game strategic and choice-driven, where every action point counts to prevent the dungeon from collapsing. It's the perfect choice for quick sessions that require real planning and tight teamwork.Strategic action-point mechanicHighly portable and fast-pacedHigh replayability with modular boardGenuine and necessary cooperationCan be punishing if not plannedCompact size may feel too simpleRECOMMENDED

## Description
Fire of Eidolon is the kind of game that proves you don't need a massive table or hours of setup to have an epic adventure. Here, you and your group are heroes on a desperate quest: recover the Fire of Eidolon, a vital source of magic stolen by a dark sorcerer and locked away in a dungeon that is about to vanish into the void. What’s most impressive is how the game manages to deliver a dense, thematic experience in a super-compact format, feeling almost like a retro video game you can carry in your pocket.

The gameplay is built on a diceless action-point system. This is fantastic because it removes excessive luck and puts the weight of decisions squarely in your hands. Each turn, you must manage your points to explore chambers, challenge horrors, collect power tokens, and, of course, break the relics protecting the main artifact. The board is modular, so the dungeon is never the same twice, ensuring a very honest replay value for a game of this size.

But don't think it's a walk in the park. While you try to save the day, the sorcerer's cultists appear to perform rituals that can cause entire rooms (and the heroes inside them!) to vanish into the void. Cooperation here isn't just suggested; it's vital. If you don't work as a team, ignoring the rituals, the path to the exit will close, and the Fire of Eidolon will be lost forever. It’s a fast, tense game that requires you to think carefully before spending every single action point. If you enjoy cooperative games that put you against the clock and like classic fantasy themes with a touch of exploration, this one is a treat. It’s simple to learn but challenging enough to keep the group engaged until the very last second of the escape.

## FAQ
### Is the game hard to learn?
Not at all! The rules are straightforward and the action-point system is intuitive, making it easy for new players to jump in.

### Can I play it solo?
Absolutely. The game works very well in solo mode, maintaining all the challenge and tension of the exploration.

### How long does a game take?
Matches are quite fast, usually lasting around 30 to 40 minutes, making it an ideal filler game.

### Do I need a lot of table space?
No, that's one of its biggest selling points. It's designed to be super portable and takes up very little space.

### Is the game heavily luck-dependent?
Since there are no dice, luck is minimal. The focus is entirely on your strategy and coordination with the group.

### How many players can play?
The game supports 1 to 6 players, making it a great option for both larger groups and solo play.