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Eternal
Eternal Logo and Jekk Character Art
PublishersDire Wolf Digital
GenresCollectible card game

Eternal is a free-to-play[1] digital collectible card game video game developed and published by Dire Wolf Digital.[2]

Eternal was announced in January of 2016 at PAX South,[3] and began a closed beta[4] that April. On November 18, 2016, closed beta accounts were wiped and open beta began; closed beta players received a number of free packs determined by the size of their closed beta collection.[5] Eternal is currently available for iOS devices on the App Store,[6] PCs on Steam,[7] for Android devices in the Google Play Store,[8] and in regional release for iPads in Australia and Canada.[9]

Gameplay

Games of Eternal consist of two opponents (either Player vs. Player, or Player vs. an AI opponent) using separate decks of cards containing units, attachments (weapons), and spells. The goal is to reduce your opponent's Health from 25 to zero.[10]

Cards

There are four types of cards in Eternal

  • Power cards are the resource system for the game. You draw Power cards from your deck, and can play one per turn. Decks must consist of 1/3rd to 2/3rds Power cards.
  • Unit cards represent characters and creatures in the game.
  • Attachment cards are played either on a Unit (in the case of Weapons and Curses) or on a player avatar (for Relics, Relic Weapons, and Cursed Relics).
  • Spell cards have an immediate effect when played, and then are discarded. "Fast Spells" can be played mid-combat or on your opponent's turn.

Factions

All cards in Eternal are divided into five "Factions", along with a sixth "Factionless" category. The five Factions[11] are:

  • Fire is the faction of creation and destruction; most problems can be handled with quick and violent solutions.
  • Justice is the faction of order, both in civic harmony and brutal tyranny.
  • Primal is the faction of nature in both its savage fury and pristine beauty.
  • Shadow is the faction of ambition and instinct; hidden paths lead to dangerous secrets.
  • Time is the faction of learning and discovery; knowledge is the key to true power.

In addition, the Factions can be combined into a set of ten faction pairs[12] named after locations in the gameworld.[13] They are:

Fire Justice Primal Shadow Time
Fire - Rakano Skycrag Stonescar Praxis
Justice Rakano - Hooru Argenport Combrei
Primal Skycrag Hooru - Feln Elysian
Shadow Stonescar Argenport Feln - Xenan
Time Praxis Combrei Elysian Xenan -

Ranked and Gauntlet

In Ranked (PvP) and Gauntlet (PvE) modes, players use pre-built 75-card decks from the cards in their collection. Both modes are free to enter, and earn rewards based upon overall performance. Ranked mode is a leaderboard-style ladder divided into four brackets through which players climb: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Diamond and Master, gaining rating points with every Ranked win, and losing points with each loss. Each win earns rewards in the form of cards and "gold" which can be used to enter other game modes.[14] Gauntlet is a series of PvE opponents in which players attempt to win seven consecutive games, culminating in a "Boss" game with special game rules for additional challenge. Rewards increase with number of games won, and are received by players either when they defeat the Boss or when the player is eliminated from the Gauntlet by a loss.[15]

Draft and Forge

In Draft (PvP) and Forge (PvE) modes, players build a new deck from a limited pool of cards presented to them. Both modes require in-game gold or gems (purchased for cash) to enter. Players keep the cards they select, along with additional rewards for winning games. Draft mode consists of a pool of 48 cards selected from four packs of 12 cards each, plus any number of Sigils, arranged into a 45-card deck.[16] Forge mode finds players selecting 25 cards, one at a time, from sets of three cards presented by the game.[17]

Campaigns

The Empty Throne is the free base campaign and serves as a tutorial to introduce new players to the game. Players use preconstructed decks from each faction to play through five "Stories" consisting of four games each. Each game win awards new cards that are added to the deck. Upon completing a Story, players keep the deck they used. Playing through all five Stories to complete the campaign awards five decks in all.

Jekk's Bounty is the first paid campaign, released in February 2017.[18] The campaign introduced 16 new cards. Players take on the role of an apprentice to Jekk, the Bounty Hunter, who guides them on a series of 16 missions. Each mission is played with a constructed deck of the player's creation, and uses special rules that alter the game. Completing each mission awards the player with four copies of a new card that can only be acquired by completing Jekk's Bounty.

The Tale of Horus Traver is the second paid campaign, released in October 2017. The campaign introduced 23 new cards. Players take on the role of homesteader Horus Traver, as he his guided towards his destiny as a Stranger by Azindel. Each mission is played with a constructed deck of the player's creation, and uses special rules that alter gameplay. Completing each mission awards the player with four copies of one or two of the new cards. These cards can only be acquired by completing The Tale of Horus Traver.

Events

Since transitioning from closed to open beta, Eternal has hosted in-game special PvP events[19] with their own unique twists. Events to date are:

Sellswords Event - 1 July 2017 - "Only one Scion can claim the Eternal Throne. Pledge your loyalty and join the battle!"

Omens of the Past Legendary Preview - 7 July 2017 - "Enter the Legendary Preview Event with a deck built ONLY from Skycrag, Hooru, Argenport, Xenan, or Praxis cards."

New Frontiers Event - 4 August 2017 - "Desperate times send survivors in search of new allies. Fight for a chance to win Packs and a Draft ticket!"

Shadow Eclipse Event[20] - 21 August 2017 - "A Shadow falls across The Eternal Throne. At the start of each of your turns, draw an extra card."

Temporary Alliances Event[21] - 15 September 2017 - "Multifaction cards cost 1 less power to play"

Spreading Shadow Event[22] - 11 October 2017 - "The world has forever changed in the wake of Horus Traver’s journey. Gather your allies as new threats emerge from the Shadowlands!" An event used to view the Meta after the release of The Tale of Horus Traver.

Midnight Ride Event[23] - 27 October 2017 - "Get ready to hunker down for a long night as the Pale Riders ride into town!" A Halloween themed event where players start with 31 health and randomly play Pale Riders.

Company of Exiles [24] - 17 November 2017 - "This weekend the Gauntlet comes to Versus"

Rewards

Rewards in Eternal take the form of individual cards, gold, and packs. Rewards come in treasure chests of varying rarity: Bronze, Silver, Gold and Diamond. Each chest has a chance to "upgrade" to the next-highest rarity chest. Rewards are earned after every Ranked game win, and upon completion of Drafts, Forges, and Gauntlets.

Additionally, Season Rewards at the end of each monthly season are determined by final rankings in both Ranked and Draft.

Story

The Eternal Throne

Eternal is the story of the struggle for the Eternal Throne when it is left suddenly vacant by the death of the former ruler, Caiphus. The Throne itself seems to have some magical properties, as depicted in the epilogue to the Empty Throne campaign, but the scope and nature of its abilities are currently unclear.

Scions

Scion Group Shot: Kaleb, Eilyn, Rolant, Vara, Talir

At present, there are five "Scions" in Eternal - powerful characters who desire to claim the vacant Eternal Throne.[25]

  • Kaleb is a headstrong warrior with little interest in politics, whose unknown parentage has revoked his claim to the throne.
  • Rolant is the Commander of the Crownwatch, and the acting Regent of Argenport in the absence of an official ruler.
  • Eilyn is a powerful shaman of the barbarian tribes who nearly destroyed Argenport before a truce was reached.
  • Vara is the favored heir to the Eternal Throne, but has grown tired of being a political pawn others use to their own ends.
  • Talir is among the most gifted magic users in Myria, and the Arch Magister of the Praxis Arcanum.

Other characters

  • Caiphus is the former occupant of the Eternal Throne. Each of the Scions is defined by their relationship to him.
  • Jekk, the Bounty Hunter is the protagonist and narrator of the opening cinematic, as well as the Jekk's Bounty campaign.
  • Icaria, the Liberator was the first Valkyrie, but turned against Rolant and now leads the rebellion.
  • Azindel, the Wayfinder guides Vara through the Shadowlands, and gave her a magical amulet that erased her memories.
  • The Strangers are an army of men whose faces are marked with a glowing purple symbol.

Game reception

Since its release, Eternal has enjoyed positive reviews by players and media[26] alike. As of 13 September 2017 it is rated 9/10 on the Steam Store and 4.5/5 on both the iOS App Store and the Google Play store. Dire Wolf Digital has also promoted the game at numerous conventions including 2016 Pax South, 2016 Pax East, 2016 Pax West, 2016 Gen Con, 2017 Pax South, 2017 Pax East, 2017 Pax West,[27] 2017 Gen Con.

References

  1. ^ "Going Deep – Free-EST-to-Play". RNG Eternal. 2017-10-01. Retrieved 2017-10-02.
  2. ^ "Eternal Starter Guide". RNG Eternal. 2017-08-04. Retrieved 2017-09-13.
  3. ^ "PAX South 2016: 'Eternal' Puts its Own Spin on the 'Hearthstone'-Style CCG". 29 January 2016. Retrieved 2 June 2017.
  4. ^ "PAX 2016: 'Eternal' is Another Cool Looking Digital Card Game | TouchArcade". toucharcade.com. Retrieved 2017-09-14.
  5. ^ arengeeeternal (19 November 2016). "Guide to the Wipe and Open Beta". Retrieved 2 June 2017.
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  10. ^ "The Magic Player's Guide to Eternal – A Comprehensive Primer". NumotGaming. Retrieved 2 June 2017.
  11. ^ "Factions - Eternal Game Info". eternalgameinfo.com. Retrieved 2017-09-13.
  12. ^ "Eternal's Color Pie Pt. 1 + New Cards!". NumotGaming. Retrieved 2017-09-21.
  13. ^ "Faction Combos - Eternal Game Info". eternalgameinfo.com. Retrieved 2 June 2017.
  14. ^ locopojo (22 April 2017). "Scion's School: Getting Started III (Ranked)". Retrieved 2 June 2017.
  15. ^ locopojo (24 March 2017). "Scion's School – Getting Started I (Gauntlet)". Retrieved 2 June 2017.
  16. ^ locopojo (6 May 2017). "Scion's School: Getting Started IV (Drafting)". Retrieved 2 June 2017.
  17. ^ locopojo (1 April 2017). "Scion's School: Getting Started II (Forge)". Retrieved 2 June 2017.
  18. ^ "Eternal: Jekk's Bounty". Retrieved 2 June 2017.
  19. ^ "Eternal Events | Eternal Warcry". Eternal Warcry. Retrieved 2017-09-14.
  20. ^ "'Eternal Card Game' Has Its Own Eclipse, The Shadow Eclipse Event is Going On Now | TouchArcade". toucharcade.com. Retrieved 2017-09-13.
  21. ^ "Event Primer – Temporary Alliances". RNG Eternal. 2017-09-14. Retrieved 2017-09-14.
  22. ^ "Spreading Shadow Event". Retrieved 2017-10-15.
  23. ^ "Midnight Ride | Eternal Warcry". Eternal Warcry. Retrieved 2017-11-16.
  24. ^ "Company of Exiles | Eternal Warcry". Eternal Warcry. Retrieved 2017-11-16.
  25. ^ "Lore - Eternal Game Info". eternalgameinfo.com. Retrieved 2 June 2017.
  26. ^ "Eternal Preview: The Hidden Gem Digital Card Game You Should Be Playing". App Trigger. 2017-03-30. Retrieved 2017-09-14.
  27. ^ "'Eternal', 'The Elder Scrolls Legends' and 'Shadowverse' Compete to be King of PAX West Digital CCG's | TouchArcade". toucharcade.com. Retrieved 2017-09-14.
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