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About Inkulinati
Inkulinati is a turn‑based strategy game that blends medieval manuscript art with tactical combat. Players draw squads of quirky Beasts and wield ink‑based Hand Actions to influence each battle, confronting opponents on varied Battlefields filled with interactive objects.
The title offers single‑player challenges, an instructional Academy mode, a narrative‑driven Journey mode, and local split‑screen PvP for multiple participants. Full controller support and Steam features such as achievements, cloud saves, and Trading Cards round out the experience.
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Beasts
Beasts are the core units you command. The description notes that multiple deadly and bizarre Beasts can be unlocked, each with its own special skill and class‑specific abilities that affect combat.
Because each Beast brings a unique effect, building an army requires weighing individual skills against class abilities, allowing players to craft synergistic line‑ups that influence the outcome of a match.
- Experiment with different Beast combinations to see how their abilities interact.
- Observe which class abilities trigger on the same turn for potential combos.
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Hand Actions
Inkulinati Masters use Hand Actions to directly affect the battlefield. These actions let you smash opponent units, draw obstacles as barriers, relocate your own troops, or cause explosions that create chaos.
Opponents can use Hand Actions too, so timing and placement become critical factors that can shift the balance of a match.
- Place barrier actions where enemy units are likely to advance.
- Reserve explosive actions for moments when enemy units are clustered.
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Battlefields
Each Battlefield is a distinct domain with its own dangers and opportunities. Objects such as exploding Pots of Beans, travelling Hell’s Maws, and Clouds of Blessings are scattered across the map.
These environmental objects can be activated or avoided, providing strategic options that can be leveraged to gain an advantage or mitigate threats.
- Survey the map early to locate useful objects.
- Consider using hazards against opposing Beasts when possible.
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Academy Mode
Academy mode teaches the game’s nuances step‑by‑step, teaching step-by-step the nuances needed to win battles. It serves as a tutorial before entering full battles.
The mode allows players to practice fundamentals without competitive pressure, helping them build a solid foundation for later single‑player or multiplayer encounters.
- Complete each lesson before moving to higher difficulty levels.
- Take notes on recommended tactics presented in the tutorials.
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Journey Mode
Journey mode lets you create and develop your own Inkulinati character. Throughout the adventure you learn the secret techniques of drawing new Beasts and Hand Actions, shaping a personalized army.
The narrative includes encounters with wild Beasts, Beast Lairs, and characters such as Bards and talking Geese, providing a blend of story exploration and strategic growth.
- Experiment with different character styles to discover preferred approaches.
- Visit shops and scriptoria regularly to expand your options.
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