A GAME OF CARDS.

A FAST PACED, HEAD TO HEAD COMBAT CARD GAME FOR BEGINNERS AND VETERANS ALIKE!

Photography by Scott Thomas Summers

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Enter the Realm of Fantasia and Witness the Return of the Librarians

In an age long past, the world was shrouded in chaos and darkness, ruled by an ancient order known only as the Librarians. Masters of light and magic, they summoned legendary creatures from the dimension of Fantasia, bringing myth and lore to life. But as wars raged and entire nations crumbled, the Librarians eventually called a truce, transforming their once-bloody battles into a spectacle of strategy and skill.

For centuries, the world forgot their power, and the Library of Alexandria—along with the ancient knowledge of the Librarians—was lost. But now, as if summoned by fate, the magic of the Athenium has returned!

In this new era, a fresh generation of Librarians has emerged, bringing the mighty creatures of Fantasia back into the fight. As these powerful beings clash in hidden corners of the world, it’s up to you to wield the light and control the outcome. The new Athenium is under construction, and the battles are about to begin once more.

Key Features:

  • Epic Lore: Immerse yourself in the deep history of the Librarians, their forgotten battles, and the mysterious return of their magic.

  • Strategic Gameplay: Summon creatures from the world of Fantasia to fight in thrilling tactical battles.

  • Rich Fantasy World: Explore the legendary realm of Fantasia, teeming with beings both strange and familiar, each with unique powers and abilities.

  • Fast-Paced Combat: Engage in intense, strategic showdowns where every decision counts. The fate of the new Athenium rests in your hands.

  • New Era of Librarians: Take on the role of a modern Librarian, honing your skills in the ancient art of summoning, and battle for supremacy in this newly awakened world.

Do you have the power to control the light? Can you master the creatures of Fantasia and rise to become the most powerful Librarian of all?

The Athenium awaits you.

“It reminds me of some of the games of my childhood, but quicker and easier to grasp, but the strategy is surprisingly varied. I would definitely recommend.”

-Dr. Hari Selden

“I thought that I had explored further than any man in centuries, but I found this modern game, set up to play. I enjoyed the artwork so much I decided to keep it for myself.”

-Professor William Dyer

“One for the Archives.”

-Isaac Edward Liebowitz

“It was given to me as a gift, and I’ve treasured it ever since.”

-Jonathan Harker, Esq

“We play it out at sea to pass the time. I’ve never seen a crew member play just one game. We’ll be playing this one for years.”

-Captain Robert Walton

AFTER UNTOLD AGES, THE GAME OF FICTION HAS MYSTERIOUSLY RETURNED!

Photography by Scott Thomas Summers

@summers.nerd

How to Play Athenium: Summon, Strategize, and Conquer

Step into the world of Athenium, where powerful Librarians summon creatures from the fantastical realm of Fantasia to do battle. The goal is simple: reduce your opponent’s life points to zero and be the last Librarian standing!

Game Setup:

  • Life Points: Each player starts with 15 life points.

  • Character Deck: Place the character deck face down in the center. Shuffle the Macguffin cards and arrange them in three stacks face up.

  • Starting Hand: Draw 5 character cards and begin your strategic journey.

Gameplay Overview:

Athenium is a turn-based battle game where players use Macguffins to summon characters and attack their opponents. Here’s how it unfolds:

  1. Resource Chapter: Discard cards, draw new ones to refill your hand, and choose a Macguffin card to play. These Macguffins are crucial for summoning creatures to your side.

  2. Summoning Chapter: Use Macguffins to summon characters based on their color and the number of Macguffins required. Characters can be summoned in any order, and you can even sacrifice characters to generate temporary energy to summon more.

  3. Attack Chapter: Once you’ve summoned your creatures, it’s time to attack! Characters attack in order, and the defending player can choose to block or take damage. The outcome of the battle depends on strengths and weaknesses, and characters’ numbers are adjusted accordingly. Survive the attack, and you move on to the next round.

  4. Defending and Combat: If a character survives an attack, the next character in line must engage in battle. Players must be strategic, as once characters are defeated, they are discarded, and damage is dealt to life points.

Game End:

The game ends when only one player remains with life points, making them the ultimate Librarian and victor of Athenium.

Additional Features:

  • Dynamic Combat: Battle mechanics based on the interplay of strengths, weaknesses, and character number adjustments.

  • Strategic Resource Management: Use Macguffins wisely to summon powerful creatures and overcome opponents.

  • Depleted Decks: When the character deck is exhausted, the discard pile becomes the new deck, giving players new opportunities to continue battling.

Do you have the skill and foresight to summon the mightiest creatures, overcome your opponents, and control the fate of Athenium? The war for the Athenium’s legacy has just begun!