# Sylvion

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2015
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #1651
- **Players**: 1-2 (Best with: 1)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 2.07 / 5
- **Designers**: Shadi Torbey
- **Artists**: Élise Plessis
- **Publishers**: inPatience, Z-Man Games, Devir, Filosofia Éditions, HIT Games, Hobby Japan, HUCH!
- **Categories**: Animals, Card Game, Environmental, Fantasy
- **Mechanics**: Card Play Conflict Resolution, Cooperative Game, Events, Grid Movement, Hand Management, Interrupts, Open Drafting, Solo / Solitaire Game

## Verdict
Fans of tower defense and deck building will enjoy Sylvion, blending defense strategy with action cards.Draft challengeEngaging tower defenseInterrupt mechanicCooperative funShort playtimeMedium complexityRequires focusRECOMMENDED

## Description
Sylvion places you in the role of a guardian of a dream forest, where the evil Fire Elemental Lord attempts to set everything ablaze in waves. To protect the forest, you build a deck using a unique drafting system, where each card plays a strategic role: trees, fountains, and animals that can be played to block or attack. The game blends deck building with hand management, as you pay cards with other cards in your hand to place pieces on the four defense rows. The interrupt mechanic allows you to block opponent actions, while the cooperative mode makes you and your partner work together to keep the heart of Sylvion green. Each wave brings Fire Elemental cards that challenge your strategy, and when all waves finish, the final outcome depends on how well you managed to keep the forest intact. Sylvion is a 1‑2 player game lasting about 30 minutes, with medium complexity and a fantasy theme that blends nature and action. If you enjoy tower defense, deck building, and draft challenges, Sylvion delivers an engaging and fun experience.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
1 or 2 players (solo or cooperative).

### How long does a game last?
About 30 minutes.

### What components are included?
120 cards, 4 line boards, a heart marker, tree and fountain tokens, and a rulebook.

### Is it suitable for kids?
Yes, if they have some experience with card and strategy games.

### Are there expansions or advanced modes?
Yes, the game offers introductory and advanced modes, plus expansions that raise the challenge.

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