Guildhall
- Designer Hope S. Hwang
- Publisher Alderac Entertainment Group , Arclight Games , BoardM Factory , Magpie (Korean Co) , Pegasus Spiele
- Illustration Michael Perry , Fabio Porfidia
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Players lead guilds in a medieval European town, collecting colored profession cards to complete sets and buy victory points. Each profession grants special abilities that grow stronger with larger sets, but these abilities are lost when cashing in points. The game requires tactical card play and interaction with opponents over 2 to 4 players.
Who Is This Game For?
Guildhall is a medium-weight strategy game lasting about 45 minutes for 2 to 4 players aged 10 and up. It suits players experienced in card games who enjoy strategic hand management and set collection without lengthy sessions.
How It Works
Players collect colored profession cards in sets (Set Collection) that enhance special abilities. Managing their hand (Hand Management), they build these sets to exchange for victory points. Players can disrupt opponents' plans using Take That actions. The first to reach 20 victory points wins.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Hope S. Hwang, Guildhall was recommended for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2014 and won the 2013 Boardgames Australia Awards Best International Game. It uniquely blends Hand Management, Set Collection, and Take That in a compact medieval guild setting.
Awards
2014
2013
- 2013 Boardgames Australia Awards Best International Game — Winner
- 2013 Fairplay À la carte Runner-up — Nominated
Pro
- Combines Hand Management, Set Collection, and Take That
- Kennerspiel des Jahres 2014 recommended
- Short playtime around 45 minutes
- Interactive player disruption mechanics
Contra
- Supports only 2 to 4 players
- Not ideal for casual family gamers
- Rules more complex than simple card games
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a medieval town, players lead guilds gathering professionals from across Europe to achieve economic success.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on building your sets strategically while leveraging the special abilities of the professions.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Guildhall requires 2 to 4 players and does not support solo play.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 45 minutes, suitable for a short game session.
What prior experience do I need?
As a medium-weight game, it requires some experience with card games and strategic thinking.
How does this compare to similar games?
Guildhall uniquely combines Hand Management, Set Collection, and Take That with a medieval guild theme and special profession abilities.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and recommended age of 10+, it's better suited for experienced players rather than young families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The integration of Hand Management, Set Collection, and Take That along with growing special abilities of professions defines the gameplay.
Fazit
Guildhall is recommended for players who enjoy interactive, strategic card games of moderate complexity. It fits well into 45-minute sessions with 2 to 4 players.
