Board game Rebel Chronicles of Avel by Asmodee — cooperative fantasy adventure, 1–6 players

Rebel Chronicles of Avel by Asmodee is a cooperative fantasy-adventure board game for 1–6 players that combines scenario-driven missions, narrative exploration, and tactical decision-making. Set in the world of Avel — a realm of many visible moons whose magic sustains wizards, druids and everyday life — the game places players in campaign-style encounters as the approaching Black Moon Kurodar awakens hostile creatures and threatens settlements. The title supports both solo play and group sessions and focuses on teamwork, character development and scenario objectives rather than competitive scoring.

Advantages

The game offers modular scenarios with a narrative backbone that enables repeatable campaign play and varied outcomes depending on player choices. Its cooperative structure accommodates 1–6 players, making it suitable for solo gamers as well as small groups. Components and scenario design emphasize tactical decisions during encounters while preserving story flow and character progression across missions.

Suitable for

• Solo players seeking a narrative cooperative experience
• Groups of 2–6 players for campaign-style sessions
• Fans of tactical, story-driven tabletop adventures
• Players who enjoy scenario-based missions and character progression

Key specifications

• Player count: 1–6 players
• Game type: Cooperative, scenario-driven fantasy adventure
• Play modes: Solo and multiplayer campaign sessions
• Gameplay elements: Narrative exploration, tactical encounters, mission objectives
• Theme: Fantasy world with celestial magic and emergent threats

How to use

Set up the scenario according to the scenario booklet, place the map, components and character cards on the table, and assign roles or characters to each player. Follow the scenario objectives and narrative cues to explore locations, resolve encounters using the game’s tactical mechanics, and progress through missions that form a campaign. Track character advancement, resources and unlocked content between scenarios to maintain continuity across sessions. Rules and scenario setup instructions are provided in the rulebook and scenario guides included with the game.

Usage recommendations

For a consistent campaign experience, play scenarios in sequence and keep a log of character progress and unlocked content. Adjust table space and lighting to accommodate maps and components, and allow 2–4 players slightly more time for tactical planning. Solo players should use the solo rules and recommended setup found in the scenario booklet to balance encounters.