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Griftlands: Where Words Are as Deadly as Weapons

Griftlands isn’t your typical deck-building rogue-like. It throws you into the gritty, hand-illustrated sci-fi world of Havaria, a place where survival hinges on both brutal combat *and* cunning negotiation. Forget simple card-slinging; here, you’ll build *two* decks simultaneously – one for brawling, one for bartering.

Choose your path as Sal, the vengeful adventurer; Rook, the aging spy with hidden motives; or Smith, the unlikely world-saver. Each character boasts unique starting decks, abilities, and a personal story unfolding across distinct regions of Havaria. Your choices ripple through the narrative; spare a foe and face their allies later, or eliminate them and incur their faction’s wrath. Every decision, from accepting a job to choosing your allies, shapes your destiny.

Battles against powerful bosses test your combat deck’s mettle, demanding strategic card play and adaptation. But violence isn’t always the answer. Master the art of negotiation, building alliances and exploiting rivalries to achieve your goals. Hire mercenaries, befriend (or manipulate) quirky companions, and even acquire powerful pets to bolster your efforts.

Hundreds of cards await discovery, each adding depth and strategic possibilities. The rogue-like element ensures every playthrough is unique, presenting fresh challenges and forcing you to refine your strategies. Death is frequent, but each failure is a learning experience, paving the way for future triumphs. In Griftlands, your wit and your fists are equally crucial to survival – master both, and you might just conquer Havaria.