Build your army and strike fast, but not too fast. War is a dangerous activity and not everything is as simple as smashing and grunting. Recruit enemy soldiers into your army, sneak attack unsuspecting enemies, or watch the world burn and bring on the Ape-ocalypse!

What good is a monkey army without someone to lead it? There are five unique Generals you may choose from to lead your army. Each General has a specific set of skills, skills that will be a nightmare for your opponents.

The Wizards strength lies in being able to manipulate the cards in your hand. He allows you to discard any card in your hand and replace it with the top card of the deck. This can lead to some interesting scenarios, such as:

A fierce leader, the Warrior rallies his troops and is always the first to strike. He allows you to bypass the standard 1 soldier per round limit to add additional soldiers to your army. Use this ability strategically and you can quickly change the outcome of any battle.

Death is nothing more than a temporary setback. The Necromancer is one of the strongest Generals in Battle Monkeys, if he is played correctly. He has the power to resurrect dead soldiers and recruit them directly into his army, but raising the dead is costly and the Necromancer must use his own life to do so.

A true leader inspires the soldiers that serve him. The Chieftan has the ability to rally his troops and make them more effective in combat.

Patience is a virtue. The Cleric, one of the most powerful Generals in Battle Monkeys, continually heals himself over time. Deal with this General quickly, or pay the price.

The Chimp is the weakest of all the Soldiers in Battle Monkeys. With a power of 2, his main use is the deal damage or defend when there are no better options.

The second most powerful Soldier in Battle Monkeys, the Spider Monkey, is the only Soldier in the base game with a special ability. With the Strike First ability, Spider Monkeys are a force to be reckoned with on the Battlefield.

The Gorilla is the most powerful Soldier in Battle Monkeys. With a power of 5 they can be very difficult to deal with.

Ape-ocalypse is hands down the most powerful card in the game, but there is only 1 of them. Used correctly, it can drastically alter the balance of power.

Normally, you can only add one soldier to your army per turn. With reinforcements, you can add additional soldiers to your army at any time.

Using your Third Eye, you are able to see briefly into the future and change the course of events that are about to unfold. Look at the top three cards, and rearrange them in any order. This allows you to both set yourself up and mess up the cards your opponents will draw.

Sometimes, card advantage can make the biggest difference in the outcome of battle. use the Loot Chest to draw 2 cards to add to your arsenal of spells and soldiers.

Don’t like that Gorilla that the enemy has? Want to remove some Soldiers before you attack? Sneak Attack allows you to instantly kill any Soldier you choose.

Monkeys are not the most loyal animals in battle. Use a Monkey Business card to recruit an enemy Soldier to come fight for you instead!

Every once in a while, monkeys become enraged in battle. This gives them even more strength and health and allows them to be much more of a threat than they previously were.

How do I counter Spells?

Countering Spells is done by playing the same Spell card after a Spell has been cast. Example: John plays a Golden Banana and you do not want him to be able to heal. You can play a Golden Banana in response and counter his ability to heal. This can be done with any Spell card except Ape-ocalypse.

Is there a maximum number of cards I can have in my hand?

Yes. At the end of your turn you can have a maximum of 7 cards in your hand. If you have more than 7 cards at the end of your turn, you must discard any additional cards. During any other time (beginning of your turn, on an opponents turn, etc…) there is no maximum hand limit.

Can I attack more than one player?

Yes! As long as you have enough soldiers in your army, you can attack as many players as you want with any combination of soldiers. For example, If Sally has two Spider Monkeys and a Gorilla, she can attack Steve with a Gorilla, John with one Spider Monkey, and James with the other Spider Monkey.

Can I play more than one spell?

Yes! While there is a limit for soldiers, there is no limit for spells. You can play as many spells as you have in your hand whenever you want.

Can I block a single soldier with more than one soldier?

Yes! Multiple soldiers can block a single soldier. When this is done, damage is combined and dealt at the same time in most instances. If a spider monkey is involved, their damage is always dealt first.

How do I keep track of my generals life?

We recommend using either a sheet of paper or a D20 (not included). If you have a smartphone, another good way to keep track of life is to download the free level counter app. Soon we will have a Battle Monkeys playmat you can use to keep track of your life.

Can I help another player defend their general?

Yes! In certain situations, it can be very beneficial to help out another player. You can play any spells you want to help another play as well as send your soldiers over to help defend as well. If you decided to send your soldiers to help, you decide which enemy soldiers they will be blocking. They are returned to your army at the end of combat.

Can I help another player attack?

Kind Of. You can play any spells you want to help out another player (on both attack and defense), but you cannot use your soldiers to help them attack.