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Elaborate Deceptions: Mission

September 2023·pp. 26–27

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An attacker infiltrates a defended site to reach an auspex shrine while both sides bring a concealed deception into play. Free opening movement for the attacker and an order adjustment for the defender create asymmetric preparation, while end-of-battle objectives and possession of the shrine determine the result.

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