Battle Of Skill (BOS) Trading Card Game

Battle Of Skill (BOS) Trading Card Game

(Self-Published) · Board game · 2026
2 15–60 min
rating Ludopedia
rating BGG
Buy
rating Ludopedia
rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

For fans of strategic, luckless TCGs: BOS puts all the decision-making in your hands, with tactical battles and full deck access.

Highlights
  • Zero luck, pure skill
  • Full deck control
  • Smart positional battles
  • Epic Bosses as trump cards
Keep in mind
  • Might be too brain-burning for some
  • Limited to 2 players
Rules manual not indexed yet Upload the PDF rulebook to ask questions about this game with AI.

About the game

What you do in a play session

Battle Of Skill (BOS) is the first luckless TCG: you have full control over the game, with no shuffling, drawing, or RNG. The only hidden information is what your opponent brings to the table. Each turn, you can summon up to 3 Summons onto the battlefield, which fight against your opponent's and clear lanes to reduce their 30 life points to zero. You also gain a resource called Vim each turn, used to cast Spells for bonuses. Before playing, build a deck with 10 Summons, 10 Spells, 3 unique Wizards (cards you 'Rest' to summon a Summon), and 1 Boss — your most powerful card, which usually wins the game if you meet its special condition. Strategy revolves around managing your progress, slowing your opponent, and positioning Summons in the right lanes, all while having full access to your deck at all times. If you love card games where pure skill decides the winner, BOS offers a unique experience.

Best player count

BGG community vote

Duel · 2 players
2 OK

Where to Buy

Prices monitored daily

Finding best prices...

Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Admin: Upcoming Releases Collectible: Collectible Card Games
Publisher (Self-Published)

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
How many players?
Only 2 players (1vs1).
Is there luck involved?
None! No shuffling, drawing, or dice — pure strategy.
How long does a game take?
Between 15 to 60 minutes, depending on players' strategies.
Do I need to buy boosters?
No info on the business model yet, but the game uses collectible components.
Is it complex for beginners?
If you've played TCGs before, you'll pick it up fast. If not, it might feel heavy at first.
Can I customize my deck?
Yes! You build your deck with Summons, Spells, Wizards, and a unique Boss.