Gloomhaven - Tactical Combat in a persistent world!

You’re not allowed to say a number out loud or use language that can give a number away or name the card you’re going to play or stuff like that. “My initiative is half my age” is right out. But you can say something like “I’m gonna stun that elite scout” or “I’m planning to go fast this turn” or “please don’t block the doorway” and that kind of communication and planning naturally takes much longer with multiple players.