Ashes Ascendancy cover
2026BGG rank #6,575

Ashes Ascendancy

by Nick Conley · Plaid Hat Games

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Players1–2
Time30–60m
ComplexityMedium-Light
Age14+

About the game

What is Ashes Ascendancy?

Ashes Ascendancy is the next era of the expandable card game Ashes; a new entry point for the series and a continuation of Ashes Reborn. Fully compatible with all of Ashes Reborn, Ashes Ascendancy marks the introduction of two new magic types for Phoenixborn to wield, the same competitive card play you know and love, plus a new type of foe for players to take down in solo or co-op battles. Ashes is an expandable card game where players take on the role of Phoenixborn, demi-gods and protectors of the world of Argaia. —description from the publisher

How it plays

Mechanics

Closed DraftingCooperative GameDeck ConstructionDice RollingDie Icon ResolutionHand ManagementInterruptsVariable Player Powers

On the shelf

Categories

Card GameFantasyFighting

Questions players ask

Questions to bring to BoardGameBrain

  • How do setup and the first turn work in Ashes Ascendancy?
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