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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 28/09/2026

Very happy to receive the first 3D sculpts for the miniatures. Its so cool to see my paintings turn into these. 3D artist: Marko Fiedler www.artstation.com/the-johndoe #boardgames #minis #tabeltopgaming

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 16/09/2026

Working on the new and perhaps final versions of the alien creature cards. Numbers at the top are needed when it activates and attacks you, numbers at the bottom are needed when you attack it. Any feedback is welcome :) #boardgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 11/09/2026

Sometimes it is better to sleep... (forever)

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 04/09/2026

Since I'm getting accused of using 'AI', I put together a little step by step video of the next alien creature, maybe it helps. To make it clear: We, the Somnus team, reject the plagiarism software. Somnus is a creative project by two dudes who love to play and make games. #noai #boardgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 19/08/2026

Another alien painting done. Now I only have one more elite alien to paint left. As much as I think its great to slowly getting there, it also feels a bit strange. Like something is ending. I know, I'm being dramatic... #boardgames #boardgameart

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 12/08/2026

For thematic reasons, we recently decided that all aliens which have ranged attacks will use psychic powers to do those. Do you have a cool idea for a name of an alien with psychic attack powers? #boardgames #boardgameart #aliens

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 05/08/2026

There is a lot of variety how you design your character in Somnus. Each weapon alone has so many different options. Those alien creatures out there need you to adapt. Can you find the most efficient combination to win the scenarios? #boardgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 23/07/2026

One of my multiple failed attempts to paint the cover. Its hard, but fun. I just feel like its not really what its supposed to be haha :) #boardgames #boardgameart

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 17/07/2026

Another alien illustration finished. Can't wait to see how my 3D artist is translating this into a 3D miniature :) #boardgames #boardgameart #aliens

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 06/06/2026

Some heavy work load slowed down my progress on the Somnus illustrations, but I still invest all my painting energy I have left throughout the weeks. A new little creature is finalized. More to come soon. #boardgames #boardgameart #conceptart

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 21/03/2026

It is official! The great team from PHANTOM EPOCH invited us to design a guest scenario, and it can be in the world of Somnus! PHANTOM EPOCH is live on a very successful Kickstarter run right now. All co-op lovers check it out, it's an amazing game! www.kickstarter.com/projects/dot... #boardgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 11/03/2026

And another enemy illustration finished. The work on the 3D miniatures has started, I can't wait :) #boardgames #boardgameart #creatures #conceptart #noai

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 08/03/2026

Another alien bug illustration finished. This one explodes!! #boardgames #creatures #conceptart #noai

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 22/01/2026

The illustration for Amaranth is finished. Working on something bigger now for the game, will share soon. #boardgames #boardgameart #conceptart

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 10/12/2025

Another elite alien illustration finished. Also having some really nice and exciting developments to show and share soon! I feel like having butterflies in my tummy :) #boardgames #coopgames #boardgameart

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 19/11/2025

The Devourer is a creature you can play as, using your own blood for massive attacks and then eating aliens to grow even more powerful. Beside all the art, we are working on lots of small tweaks and balancing changes. I really enjoy this long process of working on a project. #boardgames #gameart

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 27/08/2025

The Somnus prototype is now fully updated on TTS and Tabletopia with all the new player boards and a lot of small improvements and additions. If anybody wants to play a round, let me know. #boardgames #playtesting

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 18/08/2025

Looking forward to this weekend. Is anyone else going? :) #boardgames #protospiel

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 14/08/2025

All the sleeper boards are updated to the new format. Now onto the shell boards... #boardgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 08/08/2025

The Scout. One of their powers is flying, but during painting I realized it looks odd to give the Scout wings, makes them look like an angel, which might be confusing. So we are changing their power to teleportation. It will achieve the same thing and plays even snappier. #boardgameart #boardgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 21/07/2025

Another fun prototype session of one of my favourite missions in Somnus. It's always nice to see playtesters come up with new creative ideas in the game, but that the game still works and doesn't get pushed out of balance. #boardgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 30/06/2025

Another shell illustration done, two more to go. (Mostly focusing on the art for the game at the moment.) #boardgameart #boardgames #conceptart

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 26/06/2025

SHE is a mysterious woman you will meet in the story of Somnus. Blind and unable to speak, but with a powerful ability, perhaps an important link to the alien scourge network. #boardgameart #boardgames #conceptart

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 17/06/2025

In Somnus, players gain charges which can be used to unleash powerful abilities. But if you're not careful, your Shell will overcharge in a glorious random effect. This one is definitely very close to overcharging! Had a lot of fun painting this. #boardgameart #conceptart #games

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 13/06/2025

How do you feel about dice? Love them, hate them? I really wanted to have dice in Somnus. Love their tactile feel, the sounds they make and the emotions they bring into a game. So fun, as long as there is enough mitigation to your luck and your decisions still feel tactical. #boardgames #dice

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 31/05/2025

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙜𝙚 𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙞𝙩𝙨𝙚𝙡𝙛 𝙞𝙣 𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙠, 𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙡, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙛𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙝 𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚. 𝙄𝙩𝙨 𝙗𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙢𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙧𝙞𝙡𝙨 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙞𝙯𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙞𝙩 𝙩𝙤𝙪𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙙, 𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙣𝙤𝙣𝙚. #boardgameart #games #gamedev

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 25/05/2025

I've been asked if I use AI for my paintings. No, I don't. One of these illustrations take me about 50h to complete, I paint slow. How do you feel about AI? I feel a sense of threat. Maybe in a few years all our efforts are going to be irrelevant when the tech is taking over. #illustration #art

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 23/05/2025

One element of difficulty scaling for player counts in Somnus is in the swarm alien spawn cards. You will see a lot of these little bugs in each mission. While alone they are not very dangerous, in masses they can become a real danger. #boardgames #cards #swarm

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 12/05/2025

In Somnus you'll meet some scary creatures. But perhaps it'll turn out that they are a reflection of yourself... #boardgames #boardgameart #conceptart

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 03/05/2025

Working on a home made prototype for Somnus was a lot of fun. Happy that everything translated well from digital to reality. I always love to see prototypes of games, please show me yours! #boardgames #prototype #crafting

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 27/04/2025

𝑵𝒐𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒈𝒊𝒂: 𝒂 𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝒚𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒂 𝒑𝒂𝒔𝒕 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒐𝒅 𝒐𝒓 𝒊𝒓𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏. In Somnus, the world has changed: loved ones are gone, living conditions are unstable, knowledge is forever lost, washed away by the Scourge. But some things are still out there waiting to be salvaged. #boardgames #art

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 26/04/2025

The runner has their illustration finalized, and made some improvements to the shell boards (better icon readability). #boardgames #tabletopgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 31/03/2025

Behemoth Role: tank / damage dealer The heaviest shell in Somnus. Very slow movement, but hits hard and can achieve the most armor. Versatile weapon upgrade options and the ability to defeat multiple enemies in one hit make Behemoth the favourite for some players. #boardgames #tabletopgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 26/03/2025

In Somnus your character has a psychic power. Which one would you choose in reality? A) Teleport: Blink to any place you can see. B) Resource: Create a bit of money every day. C) Mind Control: Make your enemies do what you want. D) Support: Help your friends to achieve what they want. #boardgame

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 22/03/2025

For Somnus we have created more than 20 unique missions, each with their own objectives and enemy composition to test your tactical skills. This took us almost 1000 play tests to get the balance right and make them feel good to play. Lots of fun :) #boardgames #tabletopgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 17/03/2025

The player boards are re-designed. They are now slightly smaller than the previous ones giving you a bit more space on the table. These are still two boards side by side, you can still combine your sleeper with 7 different shells in each scenario. #boardgames #tabletopgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 14/03/2025

In Somnus you are a sleeper who connects physically and mentally to the alien scourge network to mind control a shell in a dream like state of mind. #boardgames #dreams #art

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 08/03/2025

We have so much fun developing Somnus and hope to bring something new to the space of tactical board games to enjoy for you soon. #boardgames #tacticalgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 05/03/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗻 Role: support / crowd control This is the most versatile shell in Somnus. They are highly psychic creatures who can support other shells in combat, or manipulate enemy movement on the map. What type of character do you prefer to play in tactical games? #boardgames #coopgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 21/02/2025

Have been quiet in the past few weeks, but working on all the art for Somnus slowly. Also the player boards will get a big update. Here is a sneak peek: #boardgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 05/12/2024

Playing the Somnus prototype is always a lot of fun :) #boardgames #coopgames #tacticalgames

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 16/11/2024

In Somnus you play as a sleeper, an agent who has psychic abilities and mind-controls a shell, a half-human, half-alien creature, to fight against an alien invasion. Somnus is currently in development. If you are interested please join our Discord server for more information: discord.gg/6tMJHFkH3c

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 16/11/2024

Somnus features over 20 unique scenarios each with their own objectives and enemy composition to challenge your tactical skills. #boardgames #coopgames #tactics

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Somnus @somnus-game.com · 14/11/2024

Somnus is a tactical co-op boardgame for 1-4 payers in a dystopian science fiction setting. #boardgame #coopgame #scifigame

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