Lords of Hellas
- Designer Adam Kwapiński
- Publisher Awaken Realms , Albi , asmodee , Delta Vision Publishing , Edge Entertainment
- Illustration Patryk Jędraszek , Ewa Labak
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Lords of Hellas, you control a unique hero with stats like leadership, strength, and speed. You build monumental temples, move armies strategically, and battle roaming monsters. Multiple victory paths such as area control or quest completion create varied gameplay. Mechanics like Hand Management, Area Movement, and Dice Rolling add tactical depth and decision-making.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for experienced players aged 14 and up, supporting 1 to 4 players. With a playtime around 90 minutes, it suits game nights that favor strategic planning and complex mechanics. Prior experience with worker placement or area control games is beneficial to grasp its systems.
How It Works
Players choose actions via Hand Management and Open Drafting to develop their heroes and build monuments. Area Movement lets you position armies and heroes on the map, while Dice Rolling influences combat outcomes. Area Majority determines control over regions and temples. Combining these mechanics, you pursue various victory conditions to win.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Adam Kwapiński, Lords of Hellas mixes mythology with advanced technology themes. In 2018, it was nominated for Board Game Quest Awards for Best Production Values and Best Tactical/Combat Game. Its asymmetric heroes and monumental buildings offer a fresh take on area control games.
Awards
- 2018 Board Game Quest Awards Best Production Values — Nominated
- 2018 Board Game Quest Awards Best Tactical/Combat Game — Nominated
Pro
- Asymmetric heroes with unique strengths
- Multiple victory conditions without a point system
- Blend of Area Movement, Hand Management, and Dice Rolling
- Strong thematic mix of mythology and technology
Contra
- Complex rules and many mechanics for new players
- About 90 minutes playtime requires patience
- Recommended for ages 14 and up
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the dark ages of ancient Greece, where mighty gods wield advanced technology. Monsters roam the land, influencing gameplay and player interactions.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on understanding individual mechanics first and experiment with different strategies to discover the multiple victory paths.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Lords of Hellas includes a solo mode for single players.
How long does a game really take?
A game typically takes about 90 minutes, plus setup time.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with strategy games and complex mechanics helps.
How does this compare to similar games?
Lords of Hellas combines asymmetric heroes with monumental building and varied victory conditions.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and age rating, it suits older teens and adults better.
What mechanic makes it special?
The mix of Area Majority, Hand Management, and Dice Rolling creates tactical variety.
Fazit
Lords of Hellas is a strategically rich game for players who enjoy complex themes and diverse victory paths. Its many mechanics may overwhelm newcomers.
