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2017BGG rank #976

Battle for Rokugan

by Molly Glover, Tom Jolly · Fantasy Flight Games

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Players2–5
Time60–90m
ComplexityMedium-Light
Age14+

About the game

What is Battle for Rokugan?

Conquer the realm and bring honor to your clan in Battle for Rokugan! This turn-based strategy game of conquest and mayhem puts players in the role of Rokugan daimyō struggling for control over the rich land of the Emerald Empire. Leaders must balance their resources, plan their attacks, and outwit their enemies to ensure their clan's victory. The land is there for the taking. The most honorable daimyō will win the day! —description from the publisher

How it plays

Mechanics

Area Majority / InfluenceHand ManagementOrder CountersSecret Unit DeploymentVariable Player Powers

On the shelf

Categories

FantasyMedievalWargame

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