Black Rose Wars: Duel – Kami
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- Designer Diego Fonseca , Marco Montanaro
- Publisher Ludus Magnus Studio , Czacha Games
- Illustration Giovanni Pirrotta
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What to Expect
You face fast, tactical magic duels set in the Lodge of the Sun high in Japan's sacred mountains. Gameplay emphasizes precise card play, hand management and deck/pool building while Portals on a modular board open new tactical routes. A solo mode pits you against an AI-controlled Avatar, while two-player duels focus on control of rooms and timing. The theme centers on kami and arcane conflict.
Who Is This Game For?
Aimed at experienced players and duel/competitive card fans aged 14+, the game requires strategic hand and deck management. With an estimated 60-minute playtime it's suitable for a game night but offers enough depth through variable phase order and asymmetric powers for repeat plays. Prior experience with tactical card games helps.
How It Works
Black Rose Wars: Duel – Kami combines Card Play Conflict Resolution with Hand Management and Deck/Bag/Pool Building; players manage resources, play cards and react to the opponent. The game uses a Modular Board (Portals) and Variable Player Powers for asymmetry. Variable Phase Order makes sequencing and timing important. A Solo/Solitaire mode provides an AI challenge.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Diego Fonseca and Marco Montanaro, the game integrates Portals as a core tactical element and ties into the Nova Aetas Chronicles setting. The mix of deck/pool-building, hand management and modular board play gives duels layered strategic choices.
Pro
- Compact duels (~60 minutes) for 1–2 players
- Asymmetric play via Variable Player Powers
- Blend of Deck/Pool-Building and Hand Management
- Modular board (Portals) increases tactical variety
Contra
- Recommended age 14+ — not aimed at younger families
- Requires learning deck/pool mechanics and variable phases
- Limited to 1–2 players — not for larger groups
Setting & atmosphere
The action unfolds in the Lodge of the Sun in the sacred Japanese mountains, drawing on mythology and kami. It is set within the Nova Aetas Chronicles/Black Rose Wars environment.
Tips for beginners
Focus first on basic hand management and how Portals change positional options; use the solo mode to learn phase order and timing.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes. The game includes a Solo/Solitaire mode with an AI-controlled Avatar.
How long does a game really take?
Playtime is around 60 minutes; allow extra time for setup and initial learning.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with tactical card games, hand management and deck/pool-building is helpful.
How does this compare to similar games?
It combines deck/pool-building and hand management with a modular board and variable phase order, creating distinct tactical duels.
Is this suitable for families?
With a min age of 14 and elevated complexity, it suits experienced players more than younger family groups.
What mechanic makes it special?
The interplay of Deck/Bag/Pool-Building, Hand Management and a Modular Board (Portals) defines its tactical identity.
Fazit
A focused 1–2 player card duel with solo options and modular board tactics. Recommended if you enjoy asymmetric mage duels and deck/pool-building.
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