# Dragon vs. Kingdom ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2024 - **BGG Rating**: 6.9 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 5) - **Duration**: 20-30 min - **Weight**: 2.00 / 5 - **Designers**: Chris Backe - **Artists**: Parker Simpson - **Publishers**: No Box Games - **Categories**: Fantasy, Medieval, Print & Play - **Mechanics**: Area Movement, Movement Points, Set Collection ## Verdict Great for those looking for a quick pen-and-paper game with a clever role-swapping dynamic.Very fluid pass-and-play flowEasy to learn and playMixes building and destructionMinimal components requiredRelies on dice luckSimplicity might bore hardcore gamersRECOMMENDED ## Description 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. ## FAQ ### 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.