# Sentinels of the Multiverse: Definitive Edition – Rook City Renegades

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 8.9
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30-60 min
- **Weight**: 3.07 / 5
- **Designers**: Adam Rebottaro, Christopher Badell
- **Artists**: Adam Rebottaro
- **Publishers**: Greater Than Games, LLC, Portal Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Comic Book / Strip, Expansion for Base-game, Fighting
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Hand Management, Solo / Solitaire Game, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you love Sentinels of the Multiverse and want more heroes, villains, and environments to save the day (or rule the world!), this expansion is a must-have!More iconic heroes and villainsNew "Suddenly!" mechanicDark urban environmentsHigh language dependencyRequires base gameHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
If you're already a fan of Sentinels of the Multiverse: Definitive Edition, get ready for more action! The Rook City Renegades expansion injects an extra dose of chaos and heroism onto your table, bringing six new heroes ready for battle and nine villains that will test your limits. The new mechanic here is "Suddenly!", which adds an element of surprise that can turn the game upside down. The setting now delves into the dark nights of Rook City, where sinister cults, masked assassins, and organized crime gangs rule the streets. New environments like the Pike Industrial Complex and the Temple of Zhu Long promise unique challenges. Meet the Dark Watch team: Expatriette, the vigilante with an arsenal for every occasion; Mr. Fixer, the master of martial arts and mechanics; NightMist, the paranormal investigator; The Harpy, a former villain seeking redemption; and the unlucky but brave Setback. Each with their unique abilities, they must unite against threats like GloomWeaver, Spite, and the feared Chairman. With a strong language dependency, this expansion is for those who aren't afraid to read cards and want to dive headfirst into the Sentinels universe, whether playing solo or with friends. It's more content to fight evil and save the day, of course!

## How to Play
Objective of the Game  
In Sentinels of the Multiverse: Definitive Edition – Rook City Renegades, players take on the roles of gritty heroes battling against dangerous villains in the crime-ridden streets of Rook City. The goal is to defeat the Villain(s) by reducing their HP to zero while surviving their relentless attacks and the hostile Environment. The game ends when all Villain character cards are destroyed, unless a card states otherwise.  

Preparation (Setup)  
  
  Select a Villain deck (e.g., The Organization, Plague Rat) and place its Villain character card(s) in play. Some Villains, like The Chairman and The Operative, start with multiple character cards.  
  Each player chooses a Hero deck and takes their Hero character card and starting hand of 4 cards (no SUDDENLY! cards allowed during setup).  
  Shuffle the Villain deck and Environment deck, placing them face-down in their respective play areas.  
  For Villains with side decks (e.g., The Operative), set them aside and only interact with them when specified.  
  Place tokens (HP, damage, etc.) nearby for tracking.  
  
Note: Some Villains have unique setup steps (e.g., Plague Rat summons the Plague Locus; The Operative starts with her side deck).  

Flow of the Game  
The game follows a strict Turn Sequence:  
  
  Villain Turn:  
      
      START PHASE: Resolve effects labeled with this icon.  
      PLAY PHASE: Play the top card of the Villain deck.  
      END PHASE: Resolve effects labeled with this icon.  
      
    
  Hero Turns (in player order):  
      
      START PHASE: Resolve Hero-specific start effects.  
      PLAY PHASE: Play a card from hand.  
      POWER PHASE: Use a Power from your character card or a card in play.  
      DRAW PHASE: Draw a card.  
      END PHASE: Resolve end-of-turn effects.  
      
    
  Environment Turn:  
      
      START/PLAY/END PHASES: Resolve effects as per the top card of the Environment deck.  
      
    
  

Actions and How to Play  
  
  Play Cards: Heroes play cards (e.g., One-Shots, Ongoing, Equipment) during their PLAY PHASE.  
  Use Powers: Activate abilities on Hero/Villain cards or in-play cards during the POWER PHASE.  
  Damage: Deal damage to targets (e.g., Villains, Heroes, Environment) using card effects or powers. Some damage is irreducible (ignores damage reduction).  
  Discover: A keyword meaning "search a deck for a specified card type and put it into play."  
  SUDDENLY!: If this card enters your hand, play it immediately (unless incapacitated).  
  
Villain-Specific Rules:  
    
    The Chairman’s Underbosses and Thugs chain commands (ORDERS).  
    Plague Rat’s damage is irreducible and he’s immune to toxic damage (Advanced rule).  
    
  

End of Game and Scoring  
The game ends when:  
  
  Victory: All Villain character cards are destroyed (e.g., defeat both The Chairman and The Operative).  
  Defeat: All Heroes are incapacitated (HP reduced to zero).  
  
No scoring system is used—the outcome is binary (win/loss). Some Villains offer alternate win conditions (e.g., The Dagda in the Fey-Court).  

Tips for Winning  
  
  Focus Fire: Prioritize eliminating key Villain targets (e.g., The Operative before The Chairman).  
  Control Ongoing Cards: Villains like Plague Rat and GloomWeaver rely on Ongoing cards—destroy them early.  
  Coordinate Powers: Use Hero synergies (e.g., Expatriette’s ammo with team damage boosts).  
  
Consulte o manual para detalhes sobre esta seção.

## FAQ
### Do I need the Sentinels of the Multiverse: Definitive Edition base game to play?
Yes, absolutely! Rook City Renegades is an expansion and doesn't work on its own. You need the base game to use all the new content.

### How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion maintains the base game's player count, so you can play with 1 to 5 players. It's great for both solo sessions and group play.

### What does the new "Suddenly!" mechanic do?
This mechanic adds an element of surprise to cards, which can unexpectedly change the course of the game. It's an extra spice to the action!

### Does the game's complexity increase with this expansion?
The overall complexity remains similar to the base game (around a 3.07 weight). The new mechanics and characters add variety without making the game prohibitive.

### Is the game heavily language-dependent?
Yes, the expansion has a high language dependency, as most cards contain text crucial for gameplay. It's essential that players can read English or have access to translations.

### Who are the new heroes and villains?
You get access to heroes like Setback, Expatriette, Mr. Fixer, NightMist, The Harpy, and Alpha, as well as villains like GloomWeaver, Spite, Plague Rat, and The Chairman.

### Is it worth it for someone who already owns many Sentinels expansions?
If you're looking for more hero, villain, and environment variety, and enjoy the dark Rook City theme, it's definitely worth it. The "Suddenly!" mechanic also brings a fresh twist.

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