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About Touhou: Lost Branch of Legend
Touhou: Lost Branch of Legend is a single‑player roguelike deck‑builder set in Gensokyo. Players choose one of five characters, each with two starting loadouts, and battle through a series of encounters to recover the stolen Jeweled Branch of Hourai. The game blends card collection, mana management, and danmaku‑style combat while offering full controller support and Steam Workshop integration.
The title features over 500 collectible cards, more than 160 exhibits that add permanent mana, and 55 enemies—including 23 familiar faces. Players also experience 37 distinct events as they progress through the Lunar Capital Exhibition storyline.
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Characters and Mana Types
Five playable characters each specialize in two mana colors, shaping how decks function. Reimu uses Red and White mana, Marisa uses Black and Red, Sakuya uses White and Blue, and Cirno uses Blue and Green. Each character starts with a unique loadout reflecting these affinities.
Choosing a character determines the primary mana sources available, which in turn influences offensive and defensive options. The mana colors affect card costs and effects, allowing players to tailor strategies around their chosen heroine’s strengths.
- Match your deck’s dominant colors to your character’s mana for smoother play.
- Experiment with the alternate loadout to discover new synergies.
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Shining Exhibits and Mana Expansion
Exhibits are collectible items that permanently increase a player’s mana pool. Different exhibits provide distinct mana colors, which can dramatically shift a deck’s playstyle. Collecting a variety of exhibits broadens strategic options.
Mana gained from exhibits is essential for playing higher‑cost cards and unlocking powerful combos. Players must balance acquiring exhibits with progressing through battles to maintain momentum.
- Prioritize exhibits that add mana matching your deck’s core colors.
- Use early‑game battles to secure exhibits before they become scarce.
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Card Collection and Deckbuilding
The game offers over 500 cards that players can collect and incorporate into their decks. Cards represent attacks, defenses, and special abilities tied to mana colors. Building a balanced deck is key to handling varied enemy encounters.
Decks evolve as players acquire new cards and mana from exhibits. Strategic selection of cards determines success against the 55 enemies and 37 events encountered throughout the run.
- Include a mix of low‑cost and high‑impact cards for flexibility.
- Remove underperforming cards after each run to refine your deck.
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Danmaku Combat and Barriers
Combat features more than 500 danmaku patterns, each reflecting Gensokyo’s charm. Players must navigate these bullet patterns while using cards to attack or defend. Barriers can safely block incoming danmaku, providing a defensive tool.
The combination of card effects and barrier usage creates a layered tactical experience, requiring timing and positioning to survive each encounter.
- Activate barriers during dense bullet patterns to avoid damage.
- Learn the timing of common patterns to anticipate safe windows.
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Platform Support and Community Features
Lost Branch of Legend runs on Windows and macOS, with full controller support and Steam Cloud saves. The game integrates Steam Workshop, allowing players to share custom content, and supports Family Sharing for multiple users.
Achievements are tracked via Steam, providing additional goals for completionists. These platform features enhance replayability and community interaction.
- Enable Steam Cloud to keep progress across devices.
- Explore Workshop content for new cards or challenges.
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