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Game Components<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Master the relics. Command the field. Every piece tells a story of power…<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Hexarion Conquest blends tabletop strategy with mystical arcana. Below is your guide to every core component of the game \u2014 both functional and flavorful. These elements not only drive gameplay but serve as relics of the world itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hexmasters (Aspects)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Each Hexmaster represents one of six legendary classes:
Warrior, Archer, Rogue, Mage, Cleric, and Druid.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Each player begins with a full roster of six.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • A Hexmaster enters the battlefield unattuned<\/strong> \u2014 empowered only by its unique Class Edict<\/strong>, which can be used once per game<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • You may have up to three Hexmasters in play<\/strong> at any given time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Each Hexmaster is a 3D game piece composed of multiple layers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Base<\/strong> (color-coded by player)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Spindle<\/strong> (vertical post that supports upgrades)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Focalis<\/strong> (rotating selector)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Siglum<\/strong> (top cap, which can change to reflect status effects)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      Glyphexes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      Ancient hexagonal relics that fuse with Hexmasters to awaken lost power.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

      A Glyphex<\/strong> is an upgrade that “attunes” a Hexmaster, granting access to three powerful Variable Edicts<\/strong>. Each Glyphex also provides access to the 3 Basic Edicts<\/strong> shared by all attuned Hexmasters:
      Attack<\/strong> \u00b7 Fortify<\/strong> \u00b7 Dash<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Players build a Lexicon<\/strong> of 12 Glyphexes at the start of the game.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • A Glyphex can only be used once per game<\/strong>, unless Reclaimed<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Each Glyphex can only be Reclaimed once<\/strong> \u2014 if destroyed again, it is permanently discarded<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Glyphexes are selected at the start of each turn and may be attuned by paying 1 CE<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Focalis (Selector Ring)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        The Focalis<\/strong> is a rotating hex ring placed atop each Hexmaster, used to select which Edict<\/strong> the Hexmaster will activate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • When unattuned, the Focalis displays the Hexmaster\u2019s Class Edict<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Once attuned with a Glyphex, the Focalis rotates to reveal one of the six total Edicts available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Class Edict usage is tracked by flipping the Focalis<\/strong> to its blank side once it has been used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          Siglum & Runed Siglums<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          The Siglum<\/strong> is the neutral top cap of each Hexmaster \u2014 placed over the Focalis and Spindle to secure all components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Certain game states modify the Siglum:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Runed Siglum<\/strong><\/th>Effect<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
          Marked<\/strong><\/td>Hexmaster takes +1 damage from next attack<\/td><\/tr>
          Shielded<\/strong><\/td>Prevents next damage<\/td><\/tr>
          Rooted<\/strong><\/td>Prevents movement until next turn<\/td><\/tr>
          Silenced<\/strong><\/td>Cannot use Edicts next turn<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

          Each condition has its own Runed Siglum<\/strong> \u2014 a top cap embedded with a unique symbol or glyph.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          Spindle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          The Spindle<\/strong> is the vertical center post on every Hexmaster \u2014 it holds the Glyphex and Focalis in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • All components slot securely onto the Spindle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • The Runed Siglum caps the stack, locking the configuration during gameplay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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            Lexicon (Glyphex Deck)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            Your Lexicon<\/strong> is the 12-Glyphex deck you bring into battle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • Chosen from your full collection before the game begins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • No duplicate Glyphexes allowed in a Lexicon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Each turn, you draw a new Glyphex from your Lexicon, whether you use it or not.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              The Lexicon is your tactical loadout. Building one is part of the game\u2019s deckbuilding layer<\/strong>, allowing deep customization before the first turn even begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              CE Tracker (Core Energy)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              Every Home Base includes a CE Tracker<\/strong> \u2014 a dial tracking your Core Energy (CE)<\/strong>, which fuels all actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • Each player starts with 1 CE<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • At the end of each of your turns, you gain +1 CE<\/strong>, up to a max of 3 CE<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • You may briefly hold 1 overflow CE<\/strong>, usable only during your own turn.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                CE is the currency of Hexarion \u2014 used to attune Glyphexes<\/strong>, revive Hexmasters<\/strong>, and ultimately determine your survival<\/strong>. If your base reaches 0 CE<\/strong>, you lose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                Special Board Hexes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
                Hex Type<\/strong><\/th>Function<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
                Home Base<\/strong><\/td>CE tracker location; starting point for deployments<\/td><\/tr>
                Sanctum<\/strong><\/td>Revive point; each player places 1 during setup<\/td><\/tr>
                Resonance Hex<\/strong><\/td>Grants +1 CE<\/strong> if occupied at the start of your turn<\/td><\/tr>
                Rooted Hex<\/strong><\/td>Trap tile left behind by Edicts (like Rootstep); roots enemies that enter<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

                Hexes effects are defined by gameplay context and subtle visual cues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n