Deer Lord!

DEER LORD! is a fun card game full of trickery, ideal for those who like to deceive and surprise their friends. In it, players have to perform specific actions without the others noticing, all with the aim of creating confusion and laughter. The cards have instructions that range from complimenting someone to performing strange mimics, such as banging your head on the table or telling an absurd story. The game also features duels, where one player can challenge another and the group decides who wins, which adds an extra layer of interaction and strategy. To spice up the gameplay, whenever someone suspects that another player is fulfilling a card, they can shout "DEER LORD!" to make an accusation. Each participant starts with 5 cards (or 7, if they prefer a longer game) and the aim is to get rid of them as quickly as possible. The game lasts about an hour and can be played by 4 to 8 people, guaranteeing fun and many hilarious moments among friends.

Age 12 + 90 min 4 to 12 players

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Designers: ;

Date: 2015

Note: 6.2

Mechanics: Bets and bluffs, Storytelling, Voting

Topics: Humor, Transport

Table of Contents
- How to Play
- Tips for playing
- Game mechanics
- Game components
- Additional Information

How to play Deer Lord!

Each player draws a card from the deck and must carry out the task described on that card in secret.

When a player thinks someone is trying to carry out a task, they can say "Deer Lord!". The accused then reveals their card to confirm or deny.

If the accusation is correct, the accused player loses a card. Otherwise, the wrongly accused player loses their turn.

The game continues until one player has completed all their secret tasks.

Main objective

The main objective of the Deer Lord! game is to interact socially and fulfill "Duel" or "Do" challenges without being discovered by the other players, cultivating an atmosphere of fun and relaxation. During the game, participants must perform unusual or challenging actions, trying to go unnoticed, while the others try to notice and draw attention to these actions, promoting a dynamic and engaging social experience.

Tips for playing Deer Lord!

Here are some tips for doing better in the game Deer Lord!:

  • Watch the other players carefully, the game requires attention to recognize when they are fulfilling or trying to fulfill challenges.
  • Be creative and daring, many challenges require improvisation and originality.
  • Be prepared to bluff, some of the game's mechanics revolve around deceiving others or faking achievements.
  • Establish temporary alliances, this can help in certain more complicated moments of the game.
  • Knowing the cards well, understanding their possibilities helps you anticipate moves and plan your actions.

Video about the game

Mechanics of Deer Lord!

  • Storytelling: Players take on creative roles by telling stories to distract others or justify their actions. Each participant uses storytelling to divert attention and complete "secret actions" without being discovered by the others.
  • Votação: After suspecting that a player has carried out a secret action, the group can start a vote. If the majority agrees that the action has been completed, the player wins the point. Otherwise, they lose the opportunity.
  • Apostas: Players can bet against each other on their ability to complete challenges, increasing the level of risk and reward. Betting correctly can guarantee additional benefits, while failing results in a penalty.
  • Blefes: An essential part of the game, players use bluffing to deceive their opponents into believing their false actions or to prevent them from carrying out their own. The ability to bluff convincingly is fundamental to success.

Game components Deer Lord!

See all the items in the game below Deer Lord!:

  • 120 playing cards
  • Game instructions

Additional Information

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