Naval Warfare
Expansion
Summer Expansion
Naval Warfare, the ninth major expansion for KARDS, introduces 87 brand-new cards and debuts the Navy subtype, bringing iconic named warships into battle. A new keyword, Convert, adds dynamic deck interaction by transforming cards during gameplay, supported by three neutral spawn-only cards - PLAN, PRODUCTION, and ROUTED TROOPS - that make players adapt to shifting strategies. Each main nation receives new reinforcements tailored to its naval doctrine, expanding tactical diversity across the board.
Card rotation and balance changes reinforce the new mechanics and themes introduced in Naval Warfare. The expansion also enhances the overall gameplay experience with updated achievements and new player profiles.
Navy Subtype
Bring legendary warships under your command with the all-new Navy subtype - a central pillar of the Naval Warfare expansion. These named vessels, such as HMS, USS, KM, IJN, RM, and ORP ships, aren’t deployed onto the battlefield; instead, they are orders and countermeasures that influence the battlefield from afar.
Navy cards offer robust deck manipulation, disruption, and strategic support. They bolster tempo, counter enemy plans, and enhance land-based operations in a distinctly naval fashion. Many existing cards - like HMS ILLUSTRIOUS, KM BISMARCK, and IJN YAMATO - gain the Navy subtype, unlocking new synergies and reinforcing KARDS’ historical and tactical depth.
Convert Mechanic
The Convert mechanic introduces a dynamic new layer of strategy to KARDS, allowing cards in your hand, on the battlefield, or in your deck to transform into entirely new ones during battle. Whether used to enhance your own forces or sabotage your opponent’s plans, Convert opens up flexible tactical options that can shift the momentum of a match in an instant. Some cards evolve into stronger versions of themselves, while others downgrade enemy threats, reflecting the ever-changing nature of warfare.
Neutral Spawn-Only Cards
The three new neutral spawn-only cards - PLAN, PRODUCTION, and ROUTED TROOPS - bring added depth and thematic flavor to the battlefield. These cards can’t be added to decks and only appear through Convert effects, acting as dynamic responses to in-game events. PLAN allows you to draw a card, representing quick tactical adaptation. PRODUCTION provides a kredit boost at zero cost, simulating improvised wartime logistics. ROUTED TROOPS creates fragile 1/1 infantry units, capturing the disarray of forces breaking under pressure. Together, they highlight the unpredictability and resourcefulness of warfare, reinforcing the power and versatility of the Convert mechanic.
Master the Tide of Battle
Naval Warfare reshapes the KARDS battlefield with powerful new mechanics, iconic warships, and deep strategic options that reward creative deckbuilding and bold tactical play. Whether you're outmaneuvering opponents with Navy orders or disrupting their plans with Convert, this expansion offers a fresh, thrilling way to experience WWII combat. Dive into the full set, explore new synergies across all nations, and take command of the seas.
