Res Arcana is a strategic board game set in a mystical world where players take on the role of mages competing to harness the power of Life, Death, Elan, Calm, and Gold. Each player uses a personal deck of 8 unique artifacts to claim monuments and places of power. The game features resource growth and transformation mechanics, offering varied strategies and replayability. The artwork, illustrated by Julien Delval, enhances the thematic experience. Designed by Tom Lehmann, known for Race for the Galaxy, the game supports 2-4 players and takes approximately 30-60 minutes to play.