The Deck of 52 Lives

The Official Interactive Rulebook

Game Concept

This is a game of survival. Players will face challenges drawn from a deck of 52 cards. Each card holds a unique task or a game-altering power. Completing challenges keeps you safe, but failing them will cost you a life.

Objective

Be the last player with lives remaining to be crowned the Sole Survivor!

How to Play

  1. Joining the Game: When a new game is announced, type `/join` to enter. You will start with a set number of lives (usually 3 ❤️).
  2. Starting: An admin will start the game with `/startgame`. The bot will then randomize the playing order.
  3. Your Turn: The bot will announce whose turn it is and automatically draw a card for you. The player's name, the card drawn, and the challenge will all appear in one message.
  4. Completing Challenges:
    • Normal Cards: If you get a normal challenge card (cards 2-10), you must complete the task and post proof in the group. An admin will then use `/success` or `/fail` to judge your attempt.
    • Special Cards: If you get a special card (Jack, Queen, King, Ace, Joker), its effect may be automatic or it may ask you to make a choice.
  5. Making Choices: If a card requires you to choose a player (e.g., to steal a life from), the bot will send a message with a numbered list. To make your choice, you must reply directly to that message with just the number.
  6. Losing Lives: If you fail or refuse a challenge, you will lose one life. If you lose all your lives, you are eliminated!
  7. Winning: The game continues until only one player is left standing.