For Glory

For Glory is a card game where players take on the role of gladiator school owners, or lanistas, in ancient Rome.

The game uses a two phase system for deck building and combat. During the machinations phase, players recruit gladiators, secure the support of influential patrons, increase their income, and train their gladiators in a multitude of tactics. When the mob's bloodlust becomes insatiable, the game transitions to the Arena phase, during which players control their gladiators in various arenas to battle their opponents' gladiators for glory.

Each gladiator has a unique set of stats and a unique ability. Having the right synergies between gladiators often means the difference between death and glory. During arena battles, players also play reaction and tactic cards from their hand to support their gladiators or turn the tide of battle. The first player to get six gladiators by winning arena battles will be the victor, and will be forever remembered as the greatest lanista in Rome.