Designing Intricate Card Interactions in Game Design

This chapter delves into the complexities of card interactions, specifically targeting versus destruction mechanics in card games. The speakers discuss the challenges of balancing flavor and mechanics in a game with a vast card pool and explore the decision-making process behind simplifying interactions for a smoother gameplay experience. Additionally, they detail the creation process of various card types in a set, focusing on themes of outlaws, mercenaries, warlocks, and pirates.