# Introduction

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Dark Mythos is a crypto TCG that takes players, collectors and fantasy fans into a breathtaking universe full of adventure.
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In our [game](https://docs.dark-mythos.com/dark-mythos-gamepaper/game-basics), the player is immersed in a world full of strategy and tactics, in which they compete in exciting turn-based matches against turn-based replicas of previously played matches by other players ([auto-battle system](https://docs.dark-mythos.com/dark-mythos-gamepaper/general/auto-battler)). By buying or trading Dark Mythos NFT's, decks of different strengths can be built and played with.

You can compete with other players in various [leagues](https://docs.dark-mythos.com/dark-mythos-gamepaper/league-system), level up and receive great rewards. Our algorithm ([Willpower](https://docs.dark-mythos.com/dark-mythos-gamepaper/general/broken-reference)) ensures that you always play against equal opponents to guarantee a fair and balanced gaming experience.

At the heart of Dark Mythos are the unique cards, designed hand in hand by AI and real artists and specifically conceptualised for the [elements](https://docs.dark-mythos.com/dark-mythos-gamepaper/elements). There are two types of cards: [Gaming cards](https://docs.dark-mythos.com/dark-mythos-gamepaper/cards/gaming-cards) represent the heroes and heroines that can be used to fight on the field. They have different star ratings, attributes and elements.

[Item cards](https://docs.dark-mythos.com/dark-mythos-gamepaper/cards/item-cards) are special cards that offer additional bonuses to strengthen gaming cards and thus provide an advantage on the [playing field](https://docs.dark-mythos.com/dark-mythos-gamepaper/play-the-game/the-battle).

In addition, there are various [elements](https://docs.dark-mythos.com/dark-mythos-gamepaper/elements), [races](https://docs.dark-mythos.com/dark-mythos-gamepaper/cards/races) and [professions](https://docs.dark-mythos.com/dark-mythos-gamepaper/cards/professions) that complement the rarity and strength of the cards and add further strategic depth and variety to the game.