Medieval Arms Dealer
- Designer Gary Kagan
- Publisher (Looking for a publisher)
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
You take on the role of a weapons dealer in the medieval underground, supplying five warring factions. Your goal is to complete contracts containing 3 to 5 items by managing your hand and recognizing patterns. You can buy new wagons to hold more weapons and must watch out for market events. With two actions per turn, you plan your moves to finish contracts before your rivals and earn end-game bonuses.
Who Is This Game For?
This is a family-level game suitable for ages 8 and up, offering moderate complexity. The roughly 45-minute playtime fits well into an evening with friends or family. It includes a solo mode, making it accessible for solo players. Prior experience with hand management or card games helps but isn't required.
How It Works
You start with a hand of five items to match contracts in the market. Set collection and pattern recognition help you form the right combinations. Each turn grants two actions to trade items, buy wagons, or fulfill contracts. Core mechanics include hand management, pattern building, and set collection, shaping your strategic decisions.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Gary Kagan, Medieval Arms Dealer stands out with its medieval theme and blend of hand management, pattern recognition, and set collection. Although it has no known awards, its solo mode and flexible player count of 1 to 4 offer versatile gameplay. It belongs to the family of solitaire rule games and appeals to pattern recognition enthusiasts.
Pro
- Includes solo mode
- Combines hand management and pattern recognition
- Flexible for 1 to 4 players
- Medieval theme with strategic card management
Contra
- No known awards
- Game length may be long for quick sessions
- Minimum age 8 requires patience and focus
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the medieval underground where five factions are at war, you act as a weapons dealer supplying these factions through secret market contracts.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on recognizing patterns in your hand and plan your two actions per turn carefully to fulfill contracts efficiently.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Medieval Arms Dealer includes a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 45 minutes, with 2-player games around 20 minutes.
What prior experience do I need?
Basic knowledge of hand management and card games is helpful but not required.
How does this compare to similar games?
It combines hand management with pattern recognition in a medieval setting and offers a solo mode.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, suitable for ages 8 and up with moderate complexity.
What mechanic makes it special?
Core mechanics are hand management, pattern building, and set collection.
Fazit
Medieval Arms Dealer is a solid choice for families and casual players who enjoy card pattern building and hand management. Those preferring short to medium-length games with a medieval theme will find it appealing.
