Runar
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- Designer Diego Fonseca
- Publisher Ludus Magnus Studio , Czacha Games
- Illustration Veronica Frizzo , Eleonora Lisi , Giovanni Pirrotta
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What to Expect
You lead a warband of Viking heroes through frozen lands, hunt Runic Gems, and fight powerful enemies. Runar mixes Deck Construction and Hand Management with high player interaction and comic-style miniatures. Play standalone epic matches or a five-episode campaign to develop your heroes over time.
Who Is This Game For?
Runar targets hobby gamers and miniatures fans (ages 14+). With an estimated 90-minute playtime it suits evening sessions and players familiar with deck-building and scenario-driven games. A solo mode is included for single-player play.
How It Works
Each player fields a warband of Viking heroes and pursues objectives, defeats enemies and opponents, and collects Runic Gems for victory points. Deck Construction and Hand Management determine available actions; Action/Event and Destiny Cards introduce twists and trigger the final round. Scenario/Mission/Campaign structure allows both one-shot matches and episodic progression.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Diego Fonseca, Runar combines miniatures combat with a campaign of five episodes and uses Destiny Cards to mark key moments. The Viking/mythology theme and comic-style minis are central to its identity.
Pro
- Deck Construction + Hand Management for tactical depth
- Campaign play (five episodes) enables hero progression
- High player interaction through direct miniatures combat
- Strong Viking/mythology theme with comic-style miniatures
Contra
- About 90 minutes per session requires time commitment
- Mechanically denser, which can be challenging for new players
Setting & atmosphere
Runar is set in a Viking/mythology-infused world: drekar, gods and Runic Gems drive the scenarios and combat.
Tips for beginners
Play a few standalone matches before starting the campaign to learn deck and hand management interactions without long-term consequences.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes. players.min is 1, so a solo mode is provided.
How long does a game really take?
The listed duration is about 90 minutes; campaign episodes may require additional time.
What prior experience do I need?
Familiarity with deck-building, hand management and miniatures combat is helpful.
How does this compare to similar games?
Runar stands out by combining Deck Construction and Hand Management with episodic campaign play and Destiny Cards that influence the finale.
Is this suitable for families?
With a minimum age of 14 and more complex mechanics, it is better suited to older children and adults than young families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The interplay of Deck Construction, Hand Management and Action/Event cards defines the core tactical experience.
Fazit
Recommended for gamers who like tactical deck-driven miniatures games and campaigns. Less suitable for those seeking short, casual family games.
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