Instant Hero Squadron is a 2‑to‑5 player card game that blends the action‑packed spirit of Sentai with the tactical depth of trick‑taking. Each game starts with a shuffled deck of 55 unique cards that represent heroes, weapons, machines, and armor. Players aim to accumulate points by winning tricks, but must also keep an eye on the monster card, the number 7, which subtracts ten points from a player’s score. The only way to negate that penalty is to collect a full set of cards from all five suits—each suit corresponds to one of the five heroes that unite to defeat the monster. The human card, number 1, acts as a wild card that can transform into any hero of any color, giving players a flexible tool for tactical play. The game’s trick‑taking mechanic means that every round is a contest of which card wins the trick. The highest card in the led suit—or a card that follows the special rule—takes the trick and earns the player its point value. Players can also use the human card to change the suit in play, allowing clever maneuvers. The game ends once all cards have been played, or when a player reaches the highest total score. With a playtime of 20 to 45 minutes, Instant Hero Squadron delivers a fast, engaging experience that feels like a real‑time hero battle, where strategy and luck intertwine. The components are bright and colorful, echoing classic Sentai aesthetics, and the artwork showcases each hero and gear in vivid detail. The deck’s design encourages social interaction: players can trade cards, form temporary alliances, and coordinate attacks. The twist of the monster card adds drama, and the requirement to gather all five suits rewards careful planning. Scores are tallied by adding points from captured cards, subtracting the monster’s penalty, and applying bonuses for completing suit sets. This game is perfect for casual gatherings, parties, or family game nights, offering a fun mix of strategy, luck, and pop‑culture flair.