User's Manual

The Combatants (SIDEBAR)
As the vast Gudanna Dominion and the ancient Durani Empire maneuver to war, dozens of Zikia
Tribes and Urugal Clans within their borders answer their liege lords’ call to arms. Some f ight for
their host nations with pride; some are coerced, and some avoid the fray altogether, hoping that the
coming conflagration will provide them an opportunity to claim their independence.
The Gudanna, Durani, Zikia, and Urugal each field Golems created using their respective Arcana—
ancient religious texts that are part philosophical treatise and part magical grimoire.
● Arcanum Durani: teaches the crafting of Golems from precious stones and minerals. The
Golems of Arcanum Durani are typically heavily armored and employ powerful ranged
attacks to besiege and wear down enemies.
● Arcanum Gudanna: teaches the crafting of Golems from the soil of the earth and blood of
the fallen. The Golems of Arcanum Gudanna move fast and strike hard. They are well-
suited to hit-and-run warfare.
● Arcanum Urugal: teaches crafting of Golems from the bones of the dead. The Golems of
Arcanum Urugal are blunt instruments, built to withstand punishment while battering their
opponents into the dirt.
● Arcanum Zikia: teaches the crafting of Golems from living things. Golems of Arcanum Zikia
are tailor-made for ambush tactics, using an array of special abilities to surprise and defeat
their enemies..
(END SIDEBAR)
The Golem Arcana App
To play, you’ll have to download the Golem Arcana App and install it on your smartphone or tablet.
For instructions on how to download the App and a list of supported mobile devices, please visit
www.golemarcana.com/app.
This booklet contains a basic overview of t he game to get you started, but don’t worry about trying
to absorb everything you read. The Golem Arcana App will take care of all the record keeping and
walk you t hrough the rules as you play. You’ll soon get the hang of it!
Getting Started
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