# Skytear Horde: Monoliths

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2024
- **BGG Rating**: 8.1
- **BGG Rank**: #5027
- **Players**: 1-3 (Best with: 1)
- **Duration**: 20-40 min
- **Weight**: 2.92 / 5
- **Designers**: Giacomo Neri, Riccardo Neri
- **Artists**: Gong Studios, Riccardo Parmeggiani
- **Publishers**: Skytear Games, Matagot
- **Categories**: Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Card Play Conflict Resolution, Cooperative Game, Deck Construction, Solo / Solitaire Game

## Verdict
A frantic and addictive card battler, perfect for those who love fighting monster hordes!Super dynamic lane combatExcellent solo and coop modesHigh replayability with combosQuick and easy setupRequires careful deck managementCan be challenging for beginnersRECOMMENDED

## Description
If you love the vibe of Hearthstone or Magic but wished you could play solo or cooperatively against the board, Skytear Horde: Monoliths is your new addiction. This standalone expansion cranks up the intensity of the lane-based combat, where the goal is simple: protect your castle and destroy the portal spawning the monsters. It's a frantic battle where you must balance defending your castle with attacking the minions trying to pillage your resources. Watch out, though! If your deck runs out, you lose! The gameplay is incredibly dynamic, and the difficulty system has been refined to be fair for both beginners and veterans, offering three challenge levels. The real standout is the strategic depth: you must decide whether to focus on clearing the board or pushing forward against the boss. With new mechanics like 'Charge' and 'Reinforce', plus new horde types (like the sneaky Sinklings), the game offers a total refresh of the original system. It's the kind of game that is quick to set up, quick to play, and perfect for that 'just one more try' feeling. You can customize your alliance and horde decks, creating combinations that ensure no two matches are ever the same.

## FAQ
### Do I need the original Skytear Horde to play?
Nope! This is a standalone, so you can dive straight into this one.

### Can I play it solo?
Absolutely! The game is specifically designed for a great solo experience.

### How long does a typical game take?
Usually between 20 to 40 minutes—it's very fast-paced.

### Is it too complex for card game newbies?
Not at all! It features 3 difficulty levels, so you can start easy and grow into it.

### Is the game very difficult?
It depends on your chosen difficulty, but the combo system lets you become quite powerful!

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