Gods, Warriors & Beasts
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- Designer Hugo Whyte
- Publisher (Self-Published)
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What to Expect
In Gods, Warriors & Beasts, you embark on a spiritual journey starting as a Beast and progressing through trials to become a Warrior and ultimately a God. The game combines dice rolling with mythology and philosophy quiz questions to remove vices and earn coins. The board represents the soul's path with two directions: material success and inner purification. A final riddle offers the ultimate challenge.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets experienced players interested in fantasy and mythology. With a duration of about 90 minutes, it requires focus and patience but also supports solo play. Its complexity and thematic depth appeal to those looking for a narrative and strategic experience.
How It Works
Players roll dice to move tokens along the spiral path called The Tungam. Depending on the space landed on, players draw cards featuring trivia, philosophical questions, lore tales, or riddles. Correct answers earn coins and remove Vice Bands symbolizing seven deadly sins. The game culminates with a challenging final riddle as an end game bonus.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Hugo Whyte, Gods, Warriors & Beasts uniquely blends dice rolling, quiz mechanics, and storytelling into a spiritual experience. It is self-published and inspired by ancient philosophy and sacred geometry. Its use of ladder climbing and end game bonuses combined with questions and answers sets it apart in the fantasy genre.
Pro
- Unique blend of dice rolling and quiz questions
- Narrative gameplay with spiritual depth
- Includes solo mode
- Thematic richness with mythology and philosophy
Contra
- Relatively long playtime of 90 minutes
- Complexity and theme suited for experienced players
- Requires interest in philosophical and mythological topics
Setting & atmosphere
Set in a fantasy world deeply influenced by mythology, religion, and ancient philosophy, players symbolically experience the soul's journey through inner and outer trials.
Tips for beginners
Focus on understanding the mechanics and take time to answer questions to remove vices and collect coins.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Gods, Warriors & Beasts includes a solo mode for single players.
How long does a game really take?
The game lasts about 90 minutes, including setup and play.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is aimed at experienced players interested in strategy and philosophy.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its unique combination of dice rolling, ladder climbing, and mythology quiz questions sets it apart.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and minimum age of 16, it's less suitable for families with children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of dice rolling with question & answer mechanics and an end game riddle bonus.
Fazit
Gods, Warriors & Beasts is recommended for players seeking a thoughtful narrative strategy game. Its mix of dice and quiz questions is distinctive but requires patience and interest in its themes.
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