Lords of Ragnarok
Lords of Ragnarok is a strategic board game that will challenge 1 to 4 players to immerse themselves in an epic conflict inspired by rich Norse mythology, adding intriguing science fiction elements. In this universe, you'll have the opportunity to build majestic monuments, hunt down terrifying monsters and fight memorable battles. The game's mechanics allow you to use runes to strengthen your troops, control mythical creatures such as trolls and form powerful alliances with legendary kingdoms, ensuring that every match is a unique experience. The gods of the Norse pantheon also play a crucial role, offering blessings that can alter the course of the match and influence your strategies. In addition, the various victory conditions ensure that players' decisions can create unexpected twists and turns right up until the last minute of play. Each player takes command of a distinct hero with asymmetrical abilities, leading their army in search of glory. Matches last between 90 and 120 minutes, filling your time with exciting tactics and decisions. Complexity: 3.78 / 5 (BGG 02/06/2024)Artists: Jakub Dzikowski; Piotr Foksowicz
Designers: Adam Kwapiński;
Date: 2023
Note: 7.5
Mechanics: Hand Management, Influence / Majority in the Area, Players with Different Skills, Area Movement, Shift order: Progressive, Conflict Resolution by Letters
Topics: Fantasy, Science Fiction, War, Mythology
Table of Contents
- How to Play
- Tips for playing
- Game mechanics
- Game components
- Additional Information
OBJECTIVE OF THE GAME
Tips for playing
Here are some tips for doing better in the game Lords of Ragnarok:
- Focus on expanding your territory early to gain more resources and strategic advantages.
- Prioritize upgrading key buildings that increase the production of resources and the efficiency of your units.
- Use heroes to explore ruins and earn valuable rewards that can give you a competitive edge.
- Pay attention to controlling the mythical areas, as they offer unique powers that can change the course of the game.
- Make alliances when possible; collaboration can be essential for defeating common enemies or claiming major objectives.
- Manage your army carefully, ensuring that garrisons are positioned for defense without compromising attack capabilities.
- Keep an eye out for in-game events that may offer temporary benefits or additional missions for extra resources.
- Balance aggression and diplomacy to maintain stability and enjoy advantageous exchanges.
Video about the game
GAME mechanics
- Influence / Majority in the Area: Players control regions of the map by expanding their presence with miniatures. Influence is determined by the number of troops or structures in a specific area. Whoever has the most units or builds powerful monuments seizes control of the region, receiving benefits such as resources or victory points.
- Area Movement: Units can move between adjacent regions according to the rules of the game. Strategic movement is essential for positioning armies in order to maximize influence or prepare for unusual conflicts.
- Hand Management: Players have a set of cards with special abilities and powers. The careful choice of when and how to use these cards greatly influences the flow of the game, allowing players to create tactical and strategic advantages.
- Players with Different Skills: Each player takes on the role of a unique leader with their own skills and special powers that affect their approach and strategy in the game. Different leaders offer different styles of play, increasing replayability and tactical variety.
- Shift order: Progressive: The order of turns can change depending on the player's actions, with certain options allowing you to influence or change the sequence of turns, adding a tactical layer of decision-making in addition to the normal moves.
- Conflict Resolution by Letters: Instead of dice, conflicts are resolved using cards that the players have in their hands. Each card has different values and effects, and choosing the right card at the right time is crucial to winning battles and establishing dominance.
Game components
See all the items in the game below Lords of Ragnarok:
- Nordic gods
- Viking Territories
- Ritual of Power
- Kingdoms in Conflict
- Scandinavian mythology
- Armies of Valhalla
- Battle strategies
Additional Information
- Ludopedia link: https://ludopedia.com.br/jogo/lords-of-ragnarok
- Link Tabletopia:
- Amazon Brazil link: Comprar Lords of Ragnarok
- Amazon USA link: Comprar Lords of Ragnarok