# 7 Ronin

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2013
- **BGG Rating**: 6.9
- **BGG Rank**: #4083
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 15-30 min
- **Weight**: 2.20 / 5
- **Designers**: Marek Mydel, Piotr Stankiewicz
- **Artists**: Aleksander Karcz
- **Publishers**: Badger's Nest, Don't Panic Games, Grey Fox Games
- **Categories**: Medieval
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Secret Unit Deployment, Simultaneous Action Selection, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you love fast-paced asymmetrical strategy, 7 Ronin will hook you.Area controlQuick playInfluence mechanicsTense combatJapanese themeOnly two playersTiming mattersCan be unpredictableRECOMMENDED

## Description
7 Ronin is an asymmetric two‑player strategy game that pits a ninja against seven ronin. Set in a Japanese village, the attacker must occupy five of ten areas, while the defender must survive eight rounds. Each turn starts with a secret deployment of troops: players choose where to place their units, hidden until the reveal. Once revealed, combat resolves with majority or influence of each area determining the victor, and the attacker wins by controlling five territories. The ronin have unique abilities that aid the defender, and each area grants a special bonus to the ninja once occupied. The game blends Area Majority/Influence, Secret Unit Deployment, Simultaneous Action Selection, and Variable Player Powers, leading to quick decisions and constant bluffing. Components are simple: wooden pieces and sturdy boards, keeping a tactile feel. The theme is pure feudal Japan, with ninjas and samurai in conflict. Though quick (15‑30 minutes) and approachable, 7 Ronin demands timing and anticipation of opponent moves, offering strategic depth for fans of tension and territorial control.

## FAQ
### How long does a game last?
Between 15 and 30 minutes, depending on player experience.

### How many players?
Only 2 players, as the game is designed for direct competition.

### What is the complexity?
Moderate; it requires planning and reading opponent intentions, but the rules are simple.

### What components are included?
Wooden pieces, high‑quality boards, ability cards, and area tokens.

### Who is this game for?
Fans of fast strategy, asymmetry, and Japanese themes.

### Is there a digital version?
Yes, there is a Tabletopia implementation that lets you play online with full rules.

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