In Fate of Fantos, every player represents one of the six Citadels of Fantos. Each citadel was originally founded by one of the races of Fantos, but over the eons they have become melting pots, attracting mixed populations to their unique fortresses. During setup, the Citadel Mats are shuffled and one is distributed at random to each player. (Any unused mats can simply be returned to the box.) These mats serve as a quick guide to the symbols used in the game, the Trials scale, and the Phases of Play during each turn. Plus, they offer a “Hiring Incentive” for the races that are historically associated with each. On the back, players will find a brief overview of the three Fantos Actions.
Take a closer look at the Citadel Mats included in the game (click on the images to view them larger):
DJINAAR
Originally founded by the planet’s indigenous race, the Feral, Djinaar is the oldest fortress on Fantos. Although more primitive than other citadels, the central location between the Fantosian Sea and the Iridium Trove, bordered by both plains and forest, provides the residents of this citadel with everything they need for survival.
PRIMA TEMPESTA
Originally founded by the Cult race, Prima Tempesta’s fortress is constructed from the head of an Overseer named Vetholo, who turned against the cosmos and was cast out by Zodraz many eons ago. When Vetholo perished, his life force poured out to create the Tempest, a one way portal from the Cult’s original planet. Those who make this citadel their home worship the Tempest.
KUHARIBU
Originally founded by the Marked race when they were forcibly brought to Fantos as slaves, Kuharibu’s fortress is constructed from the Cult’s ship, on the location where it crashed in the dark forests between Prima Tempesta and Djinaar. Those who choose to make this citadel their home help keep it free and independent.
LUMERIA
Originally founded by the Enlightened race, Lumeria’s fortress is constructed from parts of a giant carcass on the southern shores of Fantos. Its towering backbone offers peaceful vistas of the lake and the Fantosian Sea. This citadel provides a more advanced technology to its inhabitants, thanks to the innate knowledge of the mysterious android elves who built it.
VORDRELL
Originally founded by the Hollow race in the frozen northern tundras of Fantos, Vordrell’s fortress is an ice castle surrounded by an even icier maze. Historically mistrusted by the other races of Fantos, the gaseous vampires who originally built this citadel constructed it so that those who prefer isolation can find their haven within it.
ROYLLOS
Royllos is a sanctuary built on an island covered in artifacts left by the Overseers: the protectors of the cosmos who are in service to the Cosmic Warden, Zodraz. Fantosians from all races have worshipped the Overseers for time immemorial, and those who make this citadel their home are committed to its preservation.
ON THE BACK OF EACH CITADEL MAT:
