Citadel of Blood
- Designer Eric Lee Smith
- Publisher Encore , Hobby Japan , SharpSharkGames , SPI (Simulations Publications, Inc.)
- Illustration Barclay Shaw , Redmond Aksel Simonsen
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Citadel of Blood, players form a party of heroic fantasy adventurers exploring a randomly generated fortress of the evil mage X. Players gain experience and power by fighting monsters and exploring rooms. The modular board is built during gameplay by drawing and placing room and corridor tiles, making each game unique.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets experienced players aged 10 and up who enjoy complex cooperative adventures. With a playtime around 120 minutes, it offers a lengthy gaming session. A solo mode is included, allowing single players to enjoy the game. Prior experience with role-playing and dungeon-crawl mechanics is beneficial.
How It Works
Citadel of Blood is a cooperative game where players work together to defeat the evil mage. Dice rolling resolves combat, while events influence the game's progression. The modular board is created by drawing and placing room and corridor tiles, ensuring varied play. Role-playing elements and paper-and-pencil mechanics add depth to the gameplay.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Eric Lee Smith and published by SPI in 1980, Citadel of Blood is an early classic dungeon-crawler featuring cooperative play and a modular board. Its blend of dice, events, and role-playing elements distinguishes it from other games of its era.
Pro
- Cooperative play for 1-6 players
- Modular, randomly generated board ensures high replayability
- Combination of dice, events, and role-playing elements
- Suitable for solo players
Contra
- Long playtime around 120 minutes requires patience
- Complex rules, better suited for experienced players aged 10 and up
- Outdated visual style from 1980
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a dark fantasy world, players explore the fortress of an evil mage. The theme centers on adventure, monster combat, and navigating a mysterious labyrinth.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on team cooperation and gradually learn the dice mechanics to better understand the game.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Citadel of Blood includes a solo mode for single players.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 120 minutes, offering an extended play session.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with cooperative games and dungeon crawls is helpful due to the game's complexity.
How does this compare to similar games?
Citadel of Blood combines modular board design with role-playing elements and cooperative dice combat, setting it apart from many classic dungeon crawlers.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and length, it is better suited for older children and experienced players.
What mechanic makes it special?
The modular board combined with cooperative play, dice rolling, and events shapes the gameplay.
Fazit
Citadel of Blood is a recommended classic dungeon-crawl for fans of cooperative fantasy adventures with moderate complexity, especially those who appreciate modular boards and dice mechanics.
