Heres a quick history lesson.

And these monks wereRUDE.

This cheekiness carries through to gameplay too.

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The creatures you draw act as your miniature army, which you use to defeat other illuminators' armies.

The first illuminator to bring the other down to zero points wins.

It’s a monk vs monk throwdown via ink and quill.

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I honestly find the combat a little finicky so far.

But the one thing Yaza Games nail from the get-go is the animation and humour.

Theres something super Monty Python about the vibe, especially when the illuminator gets involved with their special abilities.

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They can paint more reinforcements, move troops around the field, and crush enemy units.

When you pick these options a giant photorealistic hand looms into battle, acting out your wishes.

you’ve got the option to find Inkulinati over onSteamand its part of theXbox Game Pass.

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