How to Use the DC Deck-Building Game: Batman Ninja Playmat

Quick answer

Place the Batman Ninja Playmat flat on your play area before shuffling your deck, then use the printed zones to organize your cards during the game.

Step-by-step setup and use

1. Unroll and flatten the playmat: Take the playmat out of its tube and lay it on a clean, dry table. If it curls at the edges, place a few heavy books on the corners for 10–15 minutes before playing. A curled mat can cause cards to slide off; flatten it fully before your first game.
2. Position your player area: Sit directly in front of the mat so you can easily reach all zones. Keep the central line-up of shared cards off the mat to avoid confusion between your personal deck and the common pool. Reserve the mat only for your own cards – deck, discard pile, and in-play cards – to prevent misplacing shared cards.
3. Organize your cards during play: Place your draw deck face-down in one corner, your discard pile face-up in another, and your in-play cards in the center. Use the mat's printed area as a visual boundary so you always know where each pile belongs. Keep your discard pile separate from your deck to avoid accidentally shuffling used cards back in before the game says to.
4. Clean and store after each session: Wipe the mat with a slightly damp cloth if needed, let it air dry completely, then roll it loosely (print side out) and secure it with the included band or a rubber band. Store it in the original tube away from direct sunlight. Rolling the mat print-side out prevents the edges from curling over time.

Product details

• DC Deck-Building Game: Batman Ninja - Playmat: This playmat features high-quality printing with artwork from the Batman Ninja animated feature and is compatible with any entry in the DC Deck-Building Game series. You can use the same mat for multiple DC Deck-Building sets, so you only need one accessory for your whole collection.