Spirit Island

Discover a world where magic thrives in the most remote corners of the Earth, guided by the spirits of the land, sky, and every natural element. As the powerful empires of Europe extend their colonial pursuits, they inevitably encounter a realm where spirits reign supreme—and when they invade, the very land and its native islanders will rise to defend their home.

Spirit Island is a captivating and thematic cooperative game that puts players in the role of various spirits, each endowed with distinct elemental powers, tasked with protecting their island from encroaching Invaders. Each turn, players face the thrilling challenge of choosing which power cards to play, spending energy to unleash their magic. By cleverly combining power cards that resonate with a spirit's elemental affinities, players can unlock powerful bonus effects, enhancing their strategic options.

Speed is crucial; faster powers trigger immediately, allowing spirits to counter Invaders before devastation occurs. However, some powers require careful planning and forethought, adding depth to the gameplay. During the Spirit phase, players can gather energy, decide how to grow their influence—be it reclaiming used powers, pursuing new abilities, or expanding their spirit presence across different parts of the island.

The expansion of the Invaders is semi-predictable yet ever-pressing. Each turn, they explore new territories on the island; the following turn brings construction of towns and cities, and then they ravage the land—spreading blight and threatening the native islanders. These islanders will fight back when provoked, offering assistance to the spirits, although their responses may not always align with expectations. Certain powers can empower the islanders, helping them drive away the Invaders or restore health to the land.

As the game unfolds, tension escalates. Spirits expand into uncharted regions and seek more formidable powers while the Invaders intensify their colonization efforts. Each turn represents a span of 1-3 years in an alternate history. Initially, victory hinges on eliminating all explorers, towns, and cities. However, instilling fear in the Invaders can make victory achievable even with some of their presence still intact. Defeat may strike if any spirit is destroyed, if the island succumbs to blight, or if the Invaders exhaust their deck before the players can secure triumph.

The game offers a variety of adversaries to challenge players, such as a Swedish Mining Colony or a Remote British Colony, each introducing distinct playstyles and difficulty levels to keep the experience fresh and engaging as players hone their skills.

Join the battle for Spirit Island, and channel your powers to protect the magic that still exists in our world!