Shadows Upon Lassadar
- Designer Todd Sanders
- Publisher (Self-Published)|(Web published)
- Illustration Todd Sanders
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You play a young magic adept tasked with finding three lost keys to lock the gates and stop the Grayking from invading Lassadar. The game combines campaign and battle card-driven mechanics on a hexagon grid. You travel to different cities, learn spells, and must carefully manage your magical power, as overuse can corrupt your spirit. Push Your Luck and dice rolls add tension in this about 30-minute solo experience.
Who Is This Game For?
Shadows Upon Lassadar is ideal for solo players aged 10 and up who enjoy mid-weight fantasy games. With a short playtime of around 30 minutes, it suits those who prefer fast, tactical solo sessions. Basic card game experience helps, but no extensive prior knowledge is needed.
How It Works
The game uses campaign and battle card-driven mechanics where you move on a hexagon grid through various cities using a deck of cards. You learn spells and make decisions influenced by Push Your Luck and dice rolls. Risky choices may harm your spirit, and as a solo player, you control all actions to find the three Warding Keys before the Grayking gains too much power.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Todd Sanders, Shadows Upon Lassadar is a 2011 innovative solo print & play game nominated for the 2012 Golden Geek Best Print & Play Board Game award. Its unique blend of solo gameplay, campaign elements, and Push Your Luck mechanics distinguishes it within the fantasy solitaire genre. It belongs to the Solitaire Print & Play family.
Awards
2012
Pro
- Innovative solo card game with campaign elements
- Push Your Luck adds tense decision-making
- Short playtime of about 30 minutes allows quick sessions
- Nominated for Golden Geek Best Print & Play Board Game 2012
Contra
- Designed for single player only
- Limited long-term replay value for frequent players
- Requires learning mechanics despite short playtime
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the fantasy world of Lassadar, overshadowed by the dark Grayking. You fight his shadows and servants to secure the gates between the Barrier Planes and save the world from despair.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Start cautiously with your spells and balance risk to avoid corrupting your spirit too quickly.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Shadows Upon Lassadar is designed exclusively as a solo game for one player.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 30 minutes, ideal for short solo play sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
Basic card game familiarity helps, but no advanced experience is required.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its unique mix of campaign, Push Your Luck, and hex grid mechanics sets it apart in the solo fantasy genre.
Is this suitable for families?
While suitable for ages 10+, it is best for solo players rather than family groups.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of campaign and battle card-driven mechanics with Push Your Luck makes it distinctive.
Fazit
Shadows Upon Lassadar offers a compelling solo adventure for players who enjoy quick, thematic games with tactical risk. Its short duration makes it perfect for quick sessions. Fans of solo card games with a fantasy twist will find it worthwhile.
