Dorn
- Designer Jan Daněk , Jiří Daněk , Jan Dřevíkovský , Filip Kozák , Kryštof Kozák , Jan Kozák
- Publisher Altar Games , Loris Games
- Illustration Jan Dřevíkovský , Jana Šouflová , Tomáš Zahradníček
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Dorn, one player takes the role of the Dorn Keeper who summons monsters, while five heroes cooperate to collect sacred artifacts and defeat him. Combat does not use dice but relies on tactical decisions and variable player powers. Randomly blocked passages and different spells add variety and replayability.
Who Is This Game For?
Dorn is designed for players aged 10 and up who enjoy tactical fantasy role-playing games with team cooperation. With a playtime around 90 minutes, it is a mid-weight game requiring strategic thinking and coordination rather than casual family play.
How It Works
The game uses Area Movement and Role Playing mechanics, where the Dorn Keeper controls monsters with variable powers. Heroes move on the board to fight monsters without dice, collect items, and gain experience to level up. Team-based gameplay is central as five heroes face off against the single Dorn Keeper player.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Jan Kozák and team, Dorn stands out by combining Role Playing with Team-Based Game elements and no dice combat. Despite lacking awards, it offers deep tactical gameplay and high replayability through variable player powers and asymmetric conflict.
Pro
- Tactical team-based cooperative gameplay
- Variable player powers offer diverse experiences
- No dice combat ensures clear tactical decisions
- High replayability with random blockades and spells
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Requires good team coordination
- 90 minutes playtime may be long for casual players
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a fantasy world, five heroes battle the dark Dorn Keeper and his monsters. The adventure genre and magical elements shape its immersive atmosphere.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on team cooperation and learn your hero's unique abilities to succeed together.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Dorn is designed for 2 to 6 players and has no solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 90 minutes, though duration may vary with the number of players.
What prior experience do I need?
Dorn is a mid-weight game requiring tactical experience with role-playing and team-based mechanics.
How does this compare to similar games?
Dorn features dice-less combat and combines area movement with variable player powers in an asymmetric team-based setting.
Is this suitable for families?
With a minimum age of 10, Dorn is more suitable for experienced players than for families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Area Movement, Role Playing, and Variable Player Powers defines its tactical cooperative gameplay.
Fazit
Dorn is recommended for players seeking tactical fantasy RPGs with cooperative team play. Its lack of solo mode limits its audience, but its varied mechanics appeal to experienced groups.
