Dragon vs. Kingdom

No Box Games · Board game · 2024
— Ludopedia 6.9 BGG 2–5 · best 5 20–30 min Weight 2.0/5
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

Great for those looking for a quick pen-and-paper game with a clever role-swapping dynamic.

Highlights
  • Very fluid pass-and-play flow
  • Easy to learn and play
  • Mixes building and destruction
  • Minimal components required
Keep in mind
  • Relies on dice luck
  • Simplicity might bore hardcore gamers
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Ever wondered if it's better to build an empire or just burn everything down? In Dragon vs Kingdom, you get to do both! You step into the shoes of a governor trying to expand your village while dealing with the looming threat of dragons. The twist? This is a 'pass-and-play' game. This means that in every round, you aren't just managing your own land; you also take control of the dragon on one of the maps, allowing you to incinerate your opponents' hard work to score points.

The gameplay is streamlined and fast. Using a pen-and-paper system, you draw your structures: circles for defensive towers, squares for houses, and triangles for shops. Strategy lies in the positioning; you need towers to shield your homes and shops, and these towers are your only way to roll dice and attack the dragon.

The tension ramps up as the sheets rotate around the table. One moment you're proudly expanding your settlement, and the next, you are the winged beast raining fire upon your rivals. The game ends when a dragon is defeated (hits 0 HP) or when enough buildings have been destroyed. At the end, you sum up your construction and destruction points to determine the winner. It's a perfect blend of spatial management, dice luck, and that satisfying bit of mischief involved in turning a friend's village into ash.

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 REC
3 BEST
4 BEST
5 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Admin: Upcoming Releases Creatures: Dragons Crowdfunding: Kickstarter
Publisher No Box Games
Designer Chris Backe
Artist Parker Simpson

Community

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38owners
12wishlist
1want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
Do I need expensive materials to play?
Not at all! Since it's a Print & Play game, you only need to print the sheets and have a pen and paper.
Is it too complex to learn?
Not at all, it's very intuitive. Actions are simple (build or attack) and the rules are quick to memorize.
How long does a game last?
It's quite fast, usually between 20 to 30 minutes.
How many people can play?
The game supports from 2 to 5 players.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, due to its simplicity and dragon theme, it's a great way to introduce board games to the family.

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