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Rook Requiem

Rook Requiem

2026

Designed by Isaac Vega

Published by Rose Gauntlet Entertainment

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Every soul needs a guide. Usher spirits to the afterlife in this spooky trick-taking game for three to five players. Face off in a strategic duel for ghosts, each with unique modifiers you need the most. But beware of the powerful Rook lurking in each player s hand, for they have the ultimate power to upset your plans. How to Play 1. Determine Trump 2. Deal Cards 3. Reveal a Ghost 4. Play Tricks - You must follow suit - High card wins, unless trump is played - Highest trump wins the trick, unless a Rook is played. Rooks have unique powers and copy the previously played suit. 5. The Winner Takes the Trick and the Ghost Card - Ghost cards can be positive or negative, and have special abilities 6. Play a Round – Each round consists of 12 tricks. 7. Count Scores and Reset – The Highest Score after 3 Rounds wins!

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