Trial of Ariah
Strategically use runes on a mystical grid in this tactical roguelike deckbuilder. Choose a character with unique abilities and runes for a vast amount of build ideas. Roguelike progression for infinite replayability. Can you survive your quest to reach Ariah?
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A fresh take on deckbuilding using Rune-based combat in this strategic turn-based roguelike.
Choose your path through mystical realms in your attempt to reach Ariah.
⚔️ Deep Strategic Combat
2x3 Grid Combat: Use runes strategically depending on their placement in the grid.
Every rune type serves a purpose:
Action Runes: Your primary combat tools requiring manual activation
Passive Runes: Automatically trigger each turn for consistent benefits
Catalyst Runes: Enhance adjacent runes with multipliers and bonuses
👥 Unique Characters & Abilities
Character-Specific Abilities: Each character has unique abilities
Customizable Builds: Choose from unlocked abilities to create your perfect playstyle
🗺️ Roguelike Progression
No two runs are ever the same
Vast replayability and build options
Embark on your trial. Master the runes. Discover what lies beyond. But can you reach Ariah?
