The Royal Writ

Sacrifice creates stories in this medieval roguelike deckbuilder. Watch your cards march to glory or permanent death as they battle toward the enemy. Each fallen hero becomes part of your kingdom's legend. Command wisely... some sacrifices are necessary.

The demo content includes the full gameplay loop of the main game featuring the first 3 bosses of Act I along with 40% of the cards and relics from the main game.<img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras/d28e34b9932529d677a1d83fa606d63c.avif?t=1753371268" data-big-src=https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras_big/d28e34b9932529d677a1d83fa606d63c.avif?t=1753371268 width=800 height=102 />In The Royal Writ, you don't just play cards - you command them on the battlefield. Place your loyal subjects strategically as they advance toward the enemy, dealing damage. But beware: any card that reaches the enemy base before victory is permanently destroyed and removed from your deck for the rest of your run.Sacrifice isn't just a risk - it's an essential strategy that creates memorable sub-stories with each run. Will you honor the subjects who gave everything for your cause? Every fallen card tells a tale, and their glory lives on in the legacy you build.<img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras/9467f5060e38e4cdbe8bc2559c518e03.avif?t=1753371268" data-big-src=https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras_big/9467f5060e38e4cdbe8bc2559c518e03.avif?t=1753371268 width=800 height=102 />Lead an army of diverse warriors with interesting abilities that shape your strategy. Lead an army of adorable yet battle-hardened animals. Your ranks may comprise a frail and wounded flamingo, a short sighted chicken bowman, or even a crafty lizard who cheats death by only losing its tail! From the renegade red ants to the food taster cow, every card in your deck has a personality and purpose.As they march toward glory or death, their individual stories become part of your kingdom's legacy, and their sacrifices will never be forgotten. You may even come across some peculiar creatures on your journey, like the crazed mantis dentist, the goat tactician or the impatient boar shopkeeper - just don’t ask them where they got their credentials.<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras/835944e56f5627e4b9edcc9e8a1eef3e.poster.avif?t=1753371268" width=800 height=374 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras/835944e56f5627e4b9edcc9e8a1eef3e.webm?t=1753371268" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras/835944e56f5627e4b9edcc9e8a1eef3e.mp4?t=1753371268" type="video/mp4"></video><img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras/717d51861f1c87c804d4974ebabd4e5e.avif?t=1753371268" data-big-src=https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras_big/717d51861f1c87c804d4974ebabd4e5e.avif?t=1753371268 width=800 height=102 /> FEATURES FIT FOR ROYALTY<ul class="bb_ul"><li>Intuitive Yet Deep Gameplay - Easy to learn without compromising on the challenge</li><li>Roguelike Progression - Every run is different</li><li>Card Permadeath - Lost cards stay lost!</li><li>Charming Art Style - Picture-book visuals blend with medieval absurdity and dark humor</li><li>Memorable NPC Encounters - Are they friend or foe?</li><li>Special Boss Mechanics - Unique challenges that will test you</li><li>Gradual Difficulty Ladder - Climb through harder and harder difficulties as you progress</li><li>Relics - Collect relics with various effects that change how you play</li></ul><video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras/28c662e1eddcf6134ca6c7d25c92ff0a.poster.avif?t=1753371268" width=800 height=374 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras/28c662e1eddcf6134ca6c7d25c92ff0a.webm?t=1753371268" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras/28c662e1eddcf6134ca6c7d25c92ff0a.mp4?t=1753371268" type="video/mp4"></video><h2 class="bb_tag" >From an ancient royal decree:</h2>&quot;The art of war is simple. Send forth your subjects to die gloriously in your name. Their sacrifice ensures your legacy... and if they happen to win, all the better!&quot;Will you write your name in the annals of history, or become just another forgotten monarch? The balance between loss and triumph is yours to master.All hail! May your fallen be remembered  and your victories sweet!<video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras/9590c35fb3785affa2acd7613555ecc2.poster.avif?t=1753371268" width=800 height=266 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras/9590c35fb3785affa2acd7613555ecc2.webm?t=1753371268" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3710820/extras/9590c35fb3785affa2acd7613555ecc2.mp4?t=1753371268" type="video/mp4"></video>The Royal Writ is inspired by other amazing games: Balatro, Monster Train, Slay the Spire, Inscryption, Across the Obelisk and many other amazing deck builders! Check them out too if you have not already!

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