1,000 Year Beard

What to Expect

Players take the role of dwarves trying to grow a beard of 1,000 years to break a wizard's curse. You build a 'fuzzy column' of cards by adding only to the bottom. Special Grooming cards let you break rules and remove cards from opponents. The game features hand management, pattern building, and direct player interaction.

Who Is This Game For?

Suitable for 1-2 players aged 9 and up, this quick 15-minute game appeals to families and casual gamers who enjoy tactical card games. Its simplicity makes it accessible, while the interaction adds depth for more experienced players.

How It Works

Players take turns adding cards from their hand to the bottom of their beard stack, managing their hand carefully (Hand Management) and creating patterns (Pattern Building). Grooming cards allow breaking rules and discarding opponent's cards (Take That). The game includes a solo mode for single-player play.

What Makes It Special

Designed by D.D. O'Brien, 1,000 Year Beard stands out with its humorous fantasy theme and fast-paced mechanics. Though it has no awards, it combines hand management and take-that elements uniquely and belongs to the Kickstarter and Solitaire game categories.

Setting & Atmosphäre

Set in a fantasy world around Mount Fuzzelbrûsh, players are dwarves trying to break the Whisker Wizard's spell by growing magical beards. The theme combines beard-growing, magic, and dwarf rivalry.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Focus on managing your hand well and use Grooming cards to optimize your beard and disrupt your opponent.

Häufige Fragen

Fazit

1,000 Year Beard is ideal for players seeking a short, tactical card game with direct interaction. Especially recommended for duels and solo play with limited time.