# Crown of Ash

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2024
- **BGG Rating**: 7.5
- **BGG Rank**: #4505
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 60-120 min
- **Weight**: 2.53 / 5
- **Designers**: Richard Lawton
- **Artists**: Rafael Nobre, Vadim Mishin
- **Publishers**: Card Noir, 4GAMES, Corax Games, Pixie Games, TLAMA games, Treetato Studio
- **Categories**: Fantasy, Fighting, Medieval, Mythology, Territory Building
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Card Play Conflict Resolution, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Turn Order: Stat-Based, Worker Placement

## Verdict
A dark duel of necromancers where territory control is everything!Strategic resource managementAwesome dark fantasy themeDynamic card-based conflictsHigh tension between playersMight be heavy for beginnersRequires long-term planningRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready to wake up from the worst nightmare of your life! In Crown of Ash, peace was nothing more than a hundred-year illusion. The Lords have finally awakened from a deep, dark slumber, and they didn't come back with good intentions. Forget diplomacy; what they discovered in the depths of oblivion was the forbidden secret of necromancy. Now, the goal is simple and brutal: raise armies of the undead and ensure you are the only one to claim the throne of the Crown of Ash.

This is an intense strategic struggle where you take on the role of a vengeful necromancer. Your mission is to manage your minions to collect resources, build imposing structures, and expand your domain. But don't think it'll be easy: you'll need a solid worker placement strategy to ensure your actions are efficient before your rivals can act. Over four frantic rounds, you'll have to decide whether to focus on developing your kingdom or march your undead armies to crush your opponents' structures.

Conflict resolution happens dynamically, using strategic card play to decide who dominates the battlefield. Additionally, the game features a stat-based turn order mechanic, adding an extra layer of planning: acting first offers an advantage, but it might cost you dearly in the long run. Area majority is key, as whoever maintains the most influence over the lands and structures at the end of the conflict will be the absolute ruler of the realm. If you love dark themes, resource management, and the satisfaction of seeing your undead army dominate the map, Crown of Ash is your next obsession!

## FAQ
### How complex is the game?
The game is considered mid-to-heavy weight, requiring solid strategic planning and resource management.

### How many players is it ideal for?
It works well for 1 to 4 players, but the territory struggle really shines with 3 or 4 players.

### How long does a game last?
Expect something between 60 to 120 minutes, depending on the intensity of player conflicts.

### Does it have high-quality components?
Yes, the game features area control components and cards that enhance the thematic immersion.

### Is it an aggressive game?
Yes, combat and destroying opponents' structures are central parts of the experience.

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