Demons: The Game of Evil Spirits

What to Expect

You play as magicians in medieval Armenia, conjuring demons to aid in treasure hunting. The game combines dice rolling, event cards, and movement on a hexagonal grid. Opposed by the 'mortal powers', you use movement points and pick-up and deliver mechanics to achieve your goals. The theme is based on historical manuscripts and the legend of the Key of Solomon.

Who Is This Game For?

This game targets experienced players and wargame enthusiasts aged 12 and up, who enjoy complex, lengthy strategy games. With a duration of about 120 minutes, it requires patience and some prior experience with dice and tactical grid movement. A solo mode is included for single-player enjoyment.

How It Works

Players control magical characters moving on a hex grid, spending movement points to navigate and collect treasures that must be delivered. Dice rolling triggers events and determines demon conjuration success. The blend of grid movement, events, and pick-up and deliver mechanics shapes the strategic gameplay and demands foresight.

What Makes It Special

Designed by Jim Dunnigan and published by SPI in 1979, Demons merges fantasy themes with classic wargame mechanics like dice rolling, hex grid movement, and events. It is part of SPI's Capsule series and features a solo mode, distinguishing it from many contemporaries.

Setting & Atmosphäre

Set in medieval Armenia, the game draws from the "Lamegeton" manuscripts. Players summon demons and hunt treasures in a historical fantasy world inspired by the legend of the Key of Solomon.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Take time to learn movement and event rules thoroughly to leverage tactical advantages.

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Fazit

Demons is a historically interesting tactical wargame for players patient enough to manage its complexity. Its solo mode adds flexibility. Recommended for those attracted to dice and movement-based strategy games.