Emberheart is a richly themed strategic board game that invites players to journey to a mystical island where dragons and villagers once lived in harmony. That fragile peace has been shattered by ruthless poachers, and as one of the King’s chosen champions, you must rally the local population, rescue endangered dragons and defend Emberheart from invasion.

• Strategic worker placement gameplay: Build and deploy parties of hirelings across the island, competing with other players for limited actions and rewards.
• Priority-based competition: Larger parties grant higher priority when claiming rewards, but resources are scarce and careful planning is essential.
• Heroes and dragons: Recruit powerful heroes with unique abilities and train your personal dragon companion to unlock increasingly potent effects.
• Synergies and tableau building: Combine rescued dragons with recruited heroes to create powerful interactions and unlock special scoring opportunities.

Throughout the game, players must respond to poacher raids, balance short-term needs with long-term strategy, and adapt to the actions of their rivals. Every decision matters, from where you place your hirelings to how you develop your dragon and which heroes you recruit. Competition is tight, and clever timing can make the difference between victory and defeat.

Emberheart features stunning artwork by Andrew Bosley, bringing the island, its dragons and its people vividly to life. The blend of worker placement, bidding and tableau building creates a satisfying strategic experience that rewards foresight while remaining approachable for newer players.

Designed by Adam Porter and Rob Fisher, Emberheart offers a strong balance of tactical decision-making and thematic immersion, making it an excellent choice for players who enjoy interactive strategy games with depth and personality.

Game details:
• Players: 2–4
• Ages: 14+
• Playing time: 60–90 minutes
• Mechanisms: Worker placement, bidding, tableau building

A beautifully illustrated strategy game of dragons, heroes and hard choices.

Available now from Milsims Games — Australia’s trusted destination for board games, strategy titles and tabletop gaming for over 50 years.

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