Beta Test is Live! Abyssal Pact: The Next Evolution of Tactical Card Games.
Defy the rules of traditional TCGs with our unique Static DEF combat and the dual-purpose Soul Energy (SE) system. Master the chaos of 5 Abyssal Domains—dynamic board effects that shift the meta in every single match.
Play the 'Abyssal' or 'Sacrifice' starter decks and help us shape the balance in our Beta phase!

⚔️ Abyssal Pact: Official Beta Guide

Welcome to the abyss. Abyssal Pact is a tactical dark fantasy card game where your life force is your most valuable currency. Every card played and every blow struck carries a cost.

🌑 1. Core Resources

Understanding your resources is the key to survival:

• Soul Energy (SE): Your health and your mana. You start with 30 SE. Some powerful cards require you to pay SE to cast them. If your SE hits 0, you lose.
• Action Points (AP): Your energy for summoning. You start each turn with 3 AP (unless modified by a Domain). Most Spirits and Spells cost AP to play.
• ⚔️ 2. Combat: The "Static DEF" System
  Abyssal Pact uses a lethal, binary combat system. There is no "chip damage" to units.
  • The Rule: To destroy a target, your ATK must be Equal to or Greater than the defender's DEF.
  • Formula: $$ATK \ge DEF = \text{Destroyed}$$
  • Outcome: If your ATK is lower than the enemy's DEF, the enemy takes 0 damage. You must use Spells or Relics to buff your units to break through high-DEF walls.
  • 🩸 3. Advanced Mechanics
    🌀 Abyssal Domains (Field Effects) At the start of every match, the environment shifts. A random Domain is activated, changing the rules for both players:
    • Bloodstained Colosseum: Boosts Spirit ATK and rewards kills with SE.
    • Abandoned Sanctuary: Boosts Vessel DEF and punishes failed attacks.
    • Madness Rift: Increases starting AP to 4 for faster plays.
    • Altar of the Eclipse: Makes Awakening cheaper but destroys all active Relics.
    🌕 Awakening (The Half-Soul Pact) Once per game, you can trigger an Awakening for your Commander:
    • The Cost: You must pay a portion of your current SE (typically 1/2).
    • The Power: Your Vessel transforms into a high-stat powerhouse and unlocks a devastating "Finisher" ability.
    🎴 4. Starter Decks (Beta Version)
  •   Deck Commander Playstyle 
  •   The Devourer Prince Vlad High risk, high reward. Uses the graveyard as a resource and copies enemy powers. 
  •   The Martyr Celestia Defensive and retaliatory. Protects units with shields and gains power as SE is lost. 🔄 

5. Turn Sequence

1. Start Phase: Draw 1 card. Replenish AP.
2. Main Phase: Play Spirits, Spells, and Relics. Use card abilities.
3. Combat Phase: Declare attacks. (Note: Spirits cannot attack on the turn they are summoned).
4. End Phase: Effects that trigger "at the end of turn" activate. Pass to the opponent.

🛠️ Beta Feedback As a Beta Tester, your input is vital. Please pay attention to:

• Balance: Are certain Domains too punishing?
• Clarity: Are card descriptions easy to understand?
• Bugs: Did a skill fail to trigger?

• Enjoy the descent. May your pact be strong.

Note: Currently, you can only play against yourself on your device. Online play support will be available in the future.