Quick Answer
Use the Hero Realms Lich Boss Deck as a standalone boss encounter or as part of a campaign by replacing your personal deck with the Lich character card and Corruption card, then following the standard Boss Deck rules for 1-5 players.
Understanding the Lich Boss Deck
The Lich Boss Deck is designed to replace your personal deck in the Hero Realms Deckbuilding Game. It includes 30 cards: a Lich character card, a Corruption card, 10 starting-deck cards, and 10 Grimoire Minion cards (plus others). This deck lets you play as an undead Lich using dark magic to corrupt minds and summon the dead.
You can use it against 1-5 players using Hero Realms Character Packs, or against another Boss Deck for a head-to-head boss battle. The deck does not include any additional components like tokens or dice, so you will need the base Hero Realms game or a compatible set to play.
Campaign Integration Tips
For a campaign, treat each session as a separate encounter where the Lich grows stronger. You can increase the difficulty by adding extra Grimoire Minion cards or by limiting the players' starting resources. The deck's flexibility allows you to scale the challenge without changing the core rules.
A common mistake is to treat the Lich Boss Deck as a standalone expansion. It requires the base Hero Realms game or at least one Character Pack to function. Ensure you have the necessary components before starting your campaign.
Step-by-Step Setup and Play
- 1. Gather Required Components: Ensure you have the Lich Boss Deck, the base Hero Realms game (or at least one Character Pack), and enough players (1-5). The Boss Deck does not include the base game's starting decks or market cards. Check that you have the base game or Character Packs before starting.
- 2. Replace Your Personal Deck: Remove your standard Hero Realms starting deck. Replace it with the Lich character card, the Corruption card, and the 10 starting-deck cards from the Boss Deck. Shuffle the remaining cards (Grimoire Minions, etc.) to form the boss deck. Do not mix the Lich's starting cards with the base game's market deck.
- 3. Set Up the Play Area: Place the Lich character card in front of you as your hero. Put the Corruption card aside (it will be used later). Arrange the boss deck face down within reach. Players set up their own starting decks as usual. Keep the Corruption card separate until the rules call for it.
- 4. Understand the Win Condition: As the Lich, your goal is to corrupt all players or reduce their health to zero. Players win by defeating the Lich (reducing its health to zero). Refer to the Boss Deck rules for exact health and corruption mechanics. The Lich does not use the standard market; it draws from its own boss deck each turn.
- 5. Play Your First Turn: Draw a hand from your Lich starting deck. Play cards to gain resources, summon minions, or attack players. The Corruption card may allow you to corrupt an opponent's deck. Follow the turn order from the base game. A common mistake is forgetting to use the Corruption card when it becomes available.
- 6. Manage the Boss Deck: After each of your turns, draw a card from the boss deck and add it to your hand. This simulates the Lich gaining power over time. Some cards may have immediate effects when drawn. Do not shuffle the boss deck during play unless a card effect says so.
Product Details
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Hero Realms Lich Boss Deck Display of 6: This Boss Deck replaces your personal deck in the Hero Realms Deckbuilding Game. With it, play against 1-5 players using Hero Realms Character Packs or against another Boss Deck. Included are 30 cards: A Lich character card, a Corruption card, 10 starting-deck cards, 10 Grimoire Minion cards. You get everything needed to play as the Lich boss, but you must already own the base game or Character Packs to play.
Hero Realms Lich Boss Deck Display of 6
