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Dark Blades

Dark Blades is part of the Cry Havoc series of games. It adds a fantasy element to the system by including mythical beasts and magic. Contents: Over 200 double-sided counters 2 combat maps An Island map for campaign use 24 spell cards 40 page rulebook with 4 scenarios 2 Quick ref...

Players

2-8

Time

?-?

Age

12+

Weight

2.57

Rating

6.62

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Dark Blades has a high level of direct confrontation and strategic depth in confrontation. Players must frequently pay attention to and react to each other's strategies and turns. However, there is less emphasis on cooperation as players primarily compete against each other. Overall, the game has a strong interaction score.

Teach 2.4

Teaching signal

Replay 3.9

High replayability

Interaction 3.7

Highly interactive

Scaling 4.0

Scales well

Strategy 4.5

Deep strategy

Control 2.8

Luck-sensitive

Table feel

Dark Blades has a high level of direct confrontation and strategic depth in confrontation. Players must frequently pay attention to and react to each other's strategies and turns. However, there is less emphasis on cooperation as players primarily compete against each other. Overall, the game has a strong interaction score.

Replay value

Dark Blades has a high replayability score due to its high variability gameboard, impactful expansions, deep strategic possibilities, and good scalability. While it may take some time to learn, the game offers a fresh and engaging experience each time it is played.

Luck profile

Dark Blades has a moderate influence of luck. Random elements have a notable but not exclusive impact on the game outcome. While players have some ability to mitigate randomness through strategic decisions and planning, luck still plays a significant role in the game. The game outcome is a balanced mix of luck and strategy.

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Dark Blades is part of the Cry Havoc series of games. It adds a fantasy element to the system by including mythical beasts and magic. Contents: Over 200 double-sided counters 2 combat maps An Island map for campaign use 24 spell cards 40 page rulebook with 4 scenarios 2 Quick reference sheets Beginner's guide Part of the Cry Havoc series.

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Designers

2
Chris Bayliss Andy McKay

Publishers

2
Standard Games and Publications, Ltd. Welt der Spiele

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