{"product_id":"capstone-games-ark-nova-card-drafting-hand-management-strategy-board-game-1-4-players","title":"Capstone Games Ark Nova – Card Drafting \u0026 Hand Management Strategy Board Game (1–4 Players)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign a Modern Zoo with Strategy and Style\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapstone Games presents Ark Nova, a thoughtful strategy board game where you plan and design a modern, scientifically minded zoological complex. Your goal centers on building enclosures, housing diverse animals, and supporting conservation projects around the world, all while balancing resources and reputation. The game blends tactile components with sharp decision making for a rich, repeatable experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes Ark Nova stand out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAround 255 cards featuring animals, specialists, unique enclosures, and conservation projects, each with a distinctive ability that shapes your choices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFive action cards per player, upgraded as you progress; actions are BUILD, ANIMALS, CARDS, ASSOCIATION, and SPONSORS, with power determined by slot position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDraft and play cards to grow your zoo, build habitats, attract visitors, and advance on the Conservation track through a mix of strategy and tension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurn structure includes deliberate breaks for administrative tasks like discarding cards, recalling workers, and generating income, keeping the flow dynamic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh replayability: with many cards in the pool, each game unfolds differently and invites new strategies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Ark Nova plays\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn your turn you select and resolve actions from your five-card set. Card drafting expands your zoo's options, while building and housing animals grows its appeal. Assign association workers to tasks, sponsor initiatives, and manage resources to reach conservation points. Clever sequencing and card synergies let you chain actions for efficient play without sacrificing balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDynamic turns, administration, and replayability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArk Nova uses a clockwise turn order with breaks to perform administrative tasks, introducing a thoughtful tempo between planning and execution. You’ll rarely see every card, which means long-term planning and adaptive tactics are rewarded. The combination of choices, components, and scenarios yields a fresh feel session after session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect in a session\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1–4 players, ages 12+, with playtimes typically ranging from 90 to 150 minutes depending on group size and strategy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRich thematic elements and varied components create an immersive tabletop experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStrategic depth comes from upgrading five action cards, drafting new zoo cards, and coordinating enclosures with conservation goals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is Ark Nova about?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Ark Nova is a strategic game where players design and manage a modern zoo, using cards and actions to gain reputation and conservation points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many players and how long does a typical game last?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Ark Nova supports 1–4 players, with playtimes around 90–150 minutes depending on group size and strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Capstone Games","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55103288049832,"sku":"B09L6FCP9S","price":162.22,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2990\/9672\/files\/capstone-games-ark-nova-card-draft.jpg?v=1767652655","url":"https:\/\/toygame.ca\/products\/capstone-games-ark-nova-card-drafting-hand-management-strategy-board-game-1-4-players","provider":"Toygame Canada | Playtime Starts Here ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}