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Released in 2022, is a tactical set-collection card game that gained significant attention for its unique visual aesthetic, featuring photographs of actual origami models . Designed by Bruno Cathala and Théo Rivière, the game challenges players to build an "ocean" in their hand, balancing quick-scoring pairs against the potential for high-value sets while navigating a "push-your-luck" round-ending mechanic . The Art of Origami
The most striking feature of is its artwork, which replaces traditional illustrations with high-quality photography of origami creations . Released in 2022, is a tactical set-collection card
: The marine universe was brought to life by origamists Lucien Derainne and Pierre-Yves Gallard . : The marine universe was brought to life
: To achieve a poetic, immersive feel, the creators used specific guidelines for the photography, such as simple compositions, paper sheet backgrounds, and careful lighting to emphasize the texture of different paper types—from grainy fibers to metallic reflections . Strategic Gameplay Mechanics : Once a player reaches
Despite its compact size, the game offers surprising strategic depth through several key mechanics:
: The cards integrate ColorADD , a universal language for colorblind players, allowing symbols to represent and "mix" colors (e.g., combining red and blue symbols for purple) . Strategic Gameplay Mechanics
: Once a player reaches 7 points, they must choose how to end the round. They can call "Stop" to end it immediately and score points, or call "Last Chance" to bet they have the highest score. If they win the bet, they earn a bonus; if they lose, they score significantly fewer points .