Hoplomachus: Victorum
Hoplomachus: Victorum
Hoplomachus: Victorum
Hoplomachus: Victorum
Hoplomachus: Victorum
Hoplomachus: Victorum
Hoplomachus: Victorum
Hoplomachus: Victorum
Hoplomachus: Victorum
Hoplomachus: Victorum

Hoplomachus: Victorum

$99.99 $149.95you save $49.96
Players: 1 Play Time: 90 Minutes Ages: 14+

Heroes of the ancient world seek to prevent a catastrophe and defeat Pluto’s scions. Can they fight fate or will the underworld envelope the planet?

The Roman sage Pliny the Elder warned of Mount Vesuvius’ eruption and convened with Proserpina, the goddess of the underworld. Thousands of lives were saved, but Pluto was robbed of new souls in the underworld. His displeasure led him to give the mortal realm an ultimatum: defeat his seven scions in the next year or face annihilation when Vesuvius erupts to blanket the world in ash and darkness…

Nations and peoples marshal their greatest fighters to contend with this existential threat. The New Argonauts, Kunlun, Lamosians, and Parthians represent the best of humanity. At the same time, the involvement of the Amazons, Atlanteans, and Pluto’s Refugees signal the universal plight of all who oppose the god of the underworld. Pluto’s scions pose unique challenges, though, and the ancient heroes must call on the aid of their skilled followers if they’re to form an effective fighting unit and defeat these deadly foes. If they have the fortitude and nerve to overcome the standard-bearers of the underworld, then maybe there’s a chance they can challenge Pluto himself!

Welcome to Hoplomachus: Victorum, a love letter to solo gaming with an immersive tactical combat system.

Embark on a worldwide journey with one of eight epic heroes, assemble a squad of elite fighters, defeat primuses as you travel the ancient world, and prevail against one of Pluto’s scions at Mount Vesuvius. In this four-act campaign, every week will introduce new obstacles—contests of sport to entertain a crowd, conflicts full of bloodshed to appease the masses, and opportunities for your camp to prosper along the way. If your hero is defeated, it will spell doom for the world.

Hoplomachus: Victorum is a solo-only experience, designed from the gritty sand of the arena to the heights of Mount Vesuvius as an immersive test of skill. It pits players against a variety of battle scenarios and a wide range of fearsome rivals who thirst for blood. Easy to learn but hard to master, Victorum will wage war against players’ will to win. Are you the hero the world needs?

17 Attack Dice
3 Arena Dice
8 Hero Chips
48 Unit Chips
10 Arena Chips
12 Tactic Chips
21 Bane Chips
8 Neutral Chips
10 Scion Chips
9 Scion Bane Chips
10 Opportunity Chips
68 Health Chips
1 Encampment Token
105 Event Cards
87 Prowess Cards
8 Scion Cards
4 Arena Cards
1 Game Mat
4 Arena Mats
1 Stadium Seating
1 Draw Bag
1 Hero Tracking Pad
1 Scion Epilogue Book
1 Reference Sheet
1 Rulebook
Hoplomachus: Victorum
$99.99$149.95

Epic Heroes

Every story of consequence needs a hero to shoulder the weight of the world, and Hoplomachus: Victorum is no different. Bingqing wields her staff with authority. Decimus possesses gladiatorial tenacity. Stygiana fights for freedom from Pluto. Sea Strider seeks the approval of Neptune. Virago leads Amazons into the light. The Parthian stands alone with his bow. Nox pursues selfishness rather than heroism. Krakenlance revels in honor and military might.

Enter The Arena

The world hopes for deliverance, but the mob still hungers for blood and sport when they have the chance. Across the ancient world, arenas afford the opportunity to prove your strength and skill. Heroes who want to amass a following will need that fame and influence. Contests may challenge you to capture the flag and stay mobile or hold down the arena as king of the hill. Just as often, though, they’ll demand that two rivals enter… and only one leave.

Put Down The Primuses

Pluto’s scions dwell in the shadows of Mount Vesuvius, waiting for their challengers. Only the worthy should fight these cataclysmic enemies, so you must test your mettle against mortal rivals before the world believes in you. Primuses represent the best the world has to offer; if you cannot defeat them, your campaign will end prematurely. Journey to the world’s capitals and add their names to the ledger of the defeated.

Solo Sojourn

Victorum is Chip Theory Game’s first solo-only game, and it’s been carefully designed as the ultimate saga of blood, sweat, and scion tears for players. The campaign features diverse scenarios, elite squad tactics, and difficulty scaling to satisfy every solitary gladiator out there. Each campaign against primuses and scions will provide new obstacles for you to overcome.

Premium Componentry

Chip Theory Games is known for top-tier production, but we’ve reached new heights with the Hoplomachus series. Premium neoprene tracker mats, metal alloy dice sets, and enough room in the box to keep the scions (along with all of the gladiatorial goodness) contained between campaigns. There’s a lot to love here and a lot of ways to show your affection for this epic solo gaming experience.

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