Res Arcana - How To Play

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00:00 - Introduction
00:35 - The Setup
02:43 - Overview
03:05 - Collecting Essences
03:15 - Components
05:41 - Running Out of Essence
06:15 - The Action Step
06:34 - Action: Playing A Card
07:01 - Action: Claiming a Monument or Place of Power
07:30 - Action: Discard a Card for Essence
07:50 - Action: Using a Power
10:35 - Life Loss Effect
11:19 - React To Powers
12:17 - Action: Passing
13:14 - Checking For Victory Step
13:45 - Determining A Winner
14:03 - Starting A New Round
14:33 - Conclusion

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[NoTimeForGames]

You know that I only get to do videos about board games because you teach me how to play them all. I also am noticing how masterful you truly are with editing, positioning of cards perfectly centered and aligned, well timed and with a great pace. It all seems effortless and easy, but that's the illusion that only the true great work is able to create. I know this well because I know how hard it is, and how many unexpected things go wrong. You deserve every bit of success you have, and much more that will come in the future :)

[shplane]

This man is the most loveable nerd on the planet

[JackieFox]

I think we need a live playthrough on this one!

[ryangilmore]

I just want to say how much your videos help me learn games. As a visual learner, I struggle with instruction manuals but never fail to learn from you. I've actually pulled back from buying a game because you didn't have a video on it. Keep up the good work! You are needed!!

[ngames]

Once again, delivered with panache and great clarity. I fell out of the gaming loop for more than three years after moving to Florida. Glad to be back in the game (so to say) and back watching it played! Er, I mean watching, "Watch it Played".

[kennethpaschall]

I wasn't sure about this game, but watching this may have converted me. I will have to give this one a play through at the very least.

[jeffcarrier]

This is a sweet looking engine building game. I'm digging the theme! Looking forward to seeing more to judge if my group would like it.

[Tentakeltier]

Love how you *ALMOST* crack up after those cheesy box spins in the beginning and end. The spins were cool, sure, but how you're able to hold back that grin that was already trying to take over is way more impressive. :D

[Nukekid]

Now we are getting fancy with the one hand no look flip. Tip of the hat to you sir.

[chrisbowling]

You are absolutely by far THE ABSOLUTE BEST at explaining a game! So complete. You should do your explain how to play, AND do a playthrough. Then sell the download for $5 a pop. I would buy one with every game I purchase.

[FrankMinogue]

Looks really great! I am still digging the box flip, especially for the intro, where the box ended up in upright, readable position! How many takes did that take? I like the new starter with going to the shelf, with a fixed camera on a tripod, and your backstory going through until you sit down at your AWESOME game table (that I secretly am coveting). I definitely am liking the new polo-less approach. You are definitely the best in the business!

[brakstrongarm]

Thanks for the comprehensive and easy to understand rules. I am about to play my wife and had no idea what I was doing until I watched this.

[crepusculo]

I'd watch this video 20 times more just for that super boardgame spin xD he didn't even look!

[sandragrehn]

I have to agree with most of the comments here. You truely are the best to explain and straighten out every little question mark. And though my english is a bit mediocre, thanks to your clear way to explain I can easily understand everything. You're videos are indispensable! Thank you so much! 🙏 And btw, you're box spinnings are awesome!! 😄❤️

[daveabood]

Yet another rich and concise how to play vid. Just got the game and feel ready to play. Thanks Rodney!

[benbrown]

Played this after my friend bought it at a games fair this weekend, came here to check we were playing it right.
I’ve said this elsewhere, but part of our collective criteria is whether there’s a ‘watch it played’ for a game.

[MrRubixscube]

rodney is a wizard, he can summon a bell out of thin air !

[catherinetaylor]

Thanks For the video Rodney. Really clear and logical as ever. I watched this after playing 4 games with my dad and I really should have watched it before we played because you pointed out 4 minor rules mistakes I made 🤦‍♀️

[kraun]

Great video. The extra insights beyond the rules are really nice. Such as why you'd want to discard an artifact early on.

[ConsummateGamer]

Another great video. I can't get my hands on this game soon enough.