Mage Knight Board Game cover
2011BGG rank #39

Mage Knight Board Game

by Vlaada Chvátil · WizKids (I)

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Players1–4
Time60–240m
ComplexityHeavy
Age14+

About the game

What is Mage Knight Board Game?

The Mage Knight board game puts you in control of one of four powerful Mage Knights as you explore (and conquer) a corner of the Mage Knight universe under the control of the Atlantean Empire. Build your army, fill your deck with powerful spells and actions, explore caves and dungeons, and eventually conquer powerful cities controlled by this once-great faction! In competitive scenarios, opposing players may be powerful allies, but only one will be able to claim the land as their own. In cooperative scenarios, the players win or lose as a group. Solo rules are also included. Combining elements of RPGs, deck-building, and traditional board games the Mage Knight board game captures the rich history of the Mage Knight universe in a self-contained gaming experience.

How it plays

Mechanics

Card Play Conflict ResolutionCooperative GameDeck, Bag, and Pool BuildingDice RollingGrid MovementHand ManagementHexagon GridModular BoardMulti-Use CardsOpen DraftingRole PlayingScenario / Mission / Campaign GameSolo / Solitaire GameTagsTurn Order: Claim ActionVariable Player Powers

On the shelf

Categories

AdventureExplorationFantasyFighting

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