# Castle Siege

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2020
- **BGG Rating**: 3.7
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-2
- **Duration**: 5-10 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Bryan Staudt
- **Publishers**: Poketto
- **Categories**: Card Game, Medieval
- **Mechanics**: Card Play Conflict Resolution, Open Drafting

## Verdict
A fast-paced-handheld duel, perfect for quick-fire-strategy lovers!Quick-fire-playUnique handheld mechanicGreat for travelHigh luck elementVery short playtimeRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready for an epic-scale duel that you can literally hold in the palm of your hand! Castle Siege is a fast-paced, handheld card game that puts you in charge of defending a fortress. The concept is brilliant: you actually arrange your castle between your fingers, starting from the keep and expanding with towers and defenses as you play. The goal is straightforward but intense: destroy your opponent's castle before they take down yours.

In the 1v1 mode, it's a direct clash of wits and luck. You'll play cards to fortify your position or launch devastating attacks using archers, battering rams, explosives, and even trolls. Damage accumulates until one player's keep is completely leveled. If you're a fan of solo gaming, there's a dedicated solo mode where you build your castle and defend it against a deck of incoming threats. It's essentially a pocket-sized tower defense experience. Perfect for quick sessions, travel, or anyone looking for high-stakes-feeling combat in a tiny-footprint package. It's fast, portable, and surprisingly strategic for its size!

## FAQ
### How long does a game last?
Super quick! Usually between 5 to 10 minutes.

### Can I play it alone?
Yes, it includes a-solo mode where you defend against waves of attacks.

### Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! It's very intuitive and easy to pick up.

### Do I need a table?
Nope! It's designed to be played handheld, making it super portable.

### Is there a lot of luck involved?
There is some-card-draw-luck, but-strategy-matters-a-lot-too!