# Primordial Secrets

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 8.1
- **BGG Rank**: #12625
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 30-90 min
- **Weight**: 2.67 / 5
- **Designers**: Garth Avery
- **Artists**: Hanna Lisowska
- **Publishers**: GL HF Games LLC, GL HF Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Fantasy
- **Mechanics**: Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Open Drafting, Secret Unit Deployment, Simultaneous Action Selection

## Verdict
If you enjoy a game with a cosmic theme and mechanics that make you think, Primordial Secrets is a must-play! It's the kind of game that keeps you strategizing and laughing at the twists and turns.Engaging engine buildingIntrigue and bluffing balancedDynamic action selectionOriginal cosmic themeInitial learning curveLanguage dependency on cardsInteraction can be highHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
In Primordial Secrets, you're plunged into a cosmic setting where powerful titans—Abyssal, Infernal, and Celestial—hold sway over the forming universe. Your mission? Dispatch your emissaries to win the favor of these divine beings and secure their aid in shaping the cosmos. But beware, this isn't a simple pilgrimage! It's a game of intrigue and deception where you must be cunning. While you seek allies and knowledge, your opponents are playing the same dangerous game, attempting to lure your guests to their own sacrificial altars or steal the secrets you're working so hard to uncover. The core mechanic involves building your own game engine, whether through a custom deck, a bag of components, or an action pool, all while engaging in simultaneous action selection and open drafting to grab what you need. The game is a race against time and your rivals: whoever achieves six sacrifices or steals six secrets first secures dominion over the newborn universe. It's a tense experience, full of surprises and a touch of bluffing, ideal for those who enjoy planning and quickly adapting to others' moves. Prepare for a battle of wits where diplomacy and betrayal go hand in hand.

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime for 2 players?
For 2 players, the game typically lasts between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on the players' familiarity with the rules and how quickly they make decisions.

### Is the game very complex? Who is it recommended for?
With a BGG weight of 2.67/5, it's considered medium complexity. It's great for those with some experience in modern board games who enjoy planning ahead, but it's not overly complicated for newcomers looking for a bit more depth.

### Do I need to know English to play?
The game has moderate language dependency. The cards have text that needs to be understood. It is highly recommended to have a translated reference sheet or translated cards for a smooth experience.

### How does action selection work?
Actions are selected simultaneously by all players. This means you choose what to do without knowing your opponents' choices, and then all actions are revealed and resolved together.

### What does 'Deck, Bag, and Pool Building' mean?
This mechanic allows you to improve your gameplay options throughout the match. You can add cards to your deck, components to a bag, or actions to a pool, making your plays stronger and more efficient.

### What is the main objective to win?
To win, you must be the first to collect six sacrifices (represented by meeples/pieces) or steal six secrets from your opponents. Whoever reaches one of these milestones first dominates the universe.