Raas: A Dance of Love
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- Designer Mihir Shah , Shaleen Harlalka
- Publisher Arcane Wonders , Pegasus Spiele
- Illustration Tara Anand
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What to Expect
You run a dance academy inspired by Garba Raas, drafting colorful dancer dice from a central dance floor made of seven connected disks. Outfit dancers with dresses and dandiya sticks, match them to song tempos, and build performances to score points. The game blends tableau-building, set collection and area-majority while players chase devotion and end-game bonuses.
Who Is This Game For?
For hobby/enthusiast players who enjoy thematic dice interaction: supports solo play and up to six players (age 14+). At about 90 minutes, it's suited for groups willing to invest in a medium-length, strategic session.
How It Works
Raas uses dice drafting and simultaneous action selection; players recruit dancer dice from a modular, gear-connected arrangement of disks. Core gameplay revolves around tableau-building and set collection—matching colors/tempos, equipping dancers, and aiming for area-majority on various tracks. Chaining, connections and end-game bonuses shape long-term scoring while variable setup and player powers increase replay value.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Mihir Shah and Shaleen Harlalka, Raas ties the music/dance theme to a mechanical center of seven interconnected disks (Components: Gears). The mix of Different Dice Movement, rondel-like track movement and a modular board distinguishes it in the dice/music category.
Pro
- Strong theme based on Garba Raas
- Rich mechanic blend: Dice Drafting, Tableau-Building, Area Majority
- High replayability via Variable Set-up and Variable Player Powers
- Distinct central component: seven interconnected gear-disks
Contra
- Around 90 minutes can be long for casual groups
- Mechanic density requires learning for newcomers
Setting & atmosphere
The game centers on Garba Raas, the folk dance tradition from Gujarat, focusing on color, rhythm, and traditional equipment like dandiya sticks. Song tempos and dance styles are reflected in gameplay.
Tips for beginners
Focus first on simple synergies between dancers, outfits and tempos; use early plays to learn how end-game bonuses and track movement interact.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes. The game supports solo play, since the minimum player count is 1.
How long does a game really take?
The listed duration is about 90 minutes; expect longer sessions for teaching and initial plays.
What prior experience do I need?
Some experience with medium-weight games helps, as multiple mechanics like dice drafting, tableau building and area-majority are combined.
How does this compare to similar games?
Raas merges dice-drafting and tableau-building around a modular, gear-linked disk setup, affecting central-area interactions in distinct ways.
Is this suitable for families?
With a minimum age of 14 and medium complexity, it's better suited to hobbyist groups than younger family players.
What mechanic makes it special?
The Different Dice Movement together with a modular board of interconnected gears and track movement defines its core experience.
Fazit
Raas is recommended for players who like thematic dice-drafting and tableau puzzles and can commit to a ~90-minute game. It's less suited for short-play groups or players seeking light family games.
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