# Dwar7s Winter ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2018 - **BGG Rating**: 6.7 - **BGG Rank**: #7404 - **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 30-45 min - **Weight**: 2.60 / 5 - **Designers**: Luís Brueh - **Artists**: Luís Brueh - **Publishers**: Vesuvius Media, Mandala Jogos - **Categories**: Adventure, Fantasy, Miniatures - **Mechanics**: Action Points, Area Majority / Influence, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Hand Management ## Verdict A catchy mix of competition and survival for fans of miniatures and mid-weight strategy.Stunningly detailed miniaturesPerfect balance of coop and rivalrySnappy and engaging gameplayHigh replayability valueRequires constant vigilance against shared threatsMight frustrate purely competitive playersRECOMMENDED ## Description Grab your scarf, because things are about to get chilly! In Dwar7s Winter, you step into the boots of a dwarven leader trying to avoid becoming a popsicle while defending your kingdom. If you thought building an empire was just about hoarding treasure, get ready for a reality check: winter has arrived, bringing terrifying monsters and natural disasters that couldn't care less about your strategic plans. The core tension lies in the delicate balance between ambition and survival. You want to be the wealthiest and most influential dwarf at the table, but if you don't cooperate with your rivals to face the harsh elements and incoming threats, everyone loses! It's a semi-cooperative experience where the goal is to rack up victory points, but collective failure is a very real danger. The gameplay features a clever blend of hand management and action points, making every decision feel impactful. You'll be managing resources, building your deck, and positioning units to claim majority in key areas. And can we talk about the miniatures? They are incredibly detailed, turning the board into a true epic fantasy landscape. Even though it's a sequel to Dwar7s Fall, don't sweat it: this is a completely standalone game. You don't need the previous one to join the fray. It sits in that sweet spot of medium weight, perfect for players who crave strategic depth without a thousand-page manual, but who still need to think several steps ahead to avoid being swallowed by the snow. ## How to Play Game Objective In Dwar7s: Winter, players take on the roles of dwarf clans who must survive a harsh winter, defending themselves against monsters and natural disasters. The goal is to accumulate the most Victory Points (VPs) over 7 weeks (rounds). To win, players must work together to protect the castle, defeat monsters, overcome disasters, and maximize their resources. If the players survive until the end of the 7th week, the winner is the one with the most VPs. Setup To set up the game, follow the steps below: Place the main board in the center of the table. Shuffle the monster cards and place them along with the monster miniatures near the board. Shuffle the hero cards and reveal 4 cards to form the Hero Hall. Shuffle the disaster cards and place them along with the disaster markers near the board. Each player receives a personal board, 7 dwarf miniatures in their color, 7 Starting Hero cards, resource markers, and a music marker. Place the Winter marker on the first space of the Winter Track. The youngest player receives the First Player marker. Refer to the manual for details on this section. Game Flow The game is divided into 7 weeks (rounds), each with 4 phases: Enemy Invasion: Monsters move toward the castle and their abilities are activated. New monsters and disasters are revealed. Preparation: Players choose hero cards to form their hand. Actions: Players perform actions such as allocating dwarves, moving dwarves, acquiring heroes, singing together, defeating monsters, and overcoming disasters. Resolution: It is checked whether the players survived the week. If so, the Winter marker advances and the game continues. Refer to the manual for details on this section. Actions and How to Play During the Actions phase, players can perform the following actions: Allocate a Dwarf: Spend 1 action to place 1 dwarf in any zone on the board. Move a Dwarf: Spend 1 action to move 1 dwarf to an adjacent zone. Acquire a Hero: Spend 1 action and gold to acquire a card from the Hero Hall and add it to your deck. Sing Together: Spend 1 action to play a musical instrument and activate corresponding hero cards. Defeat a Monster: Free action that allows you to defeat a monster if you have the necessary resources and dwarves. Overcome a Disaster: Free action that allows you to overcome a disaster if you have the necessary resources and dwarves. Refer to the manual for details on this section. End of Game and Scoring The game ends after the 7th week. Players sum up their Victory Points (VPs) based on the following criteria: Defeated Monsters: Each defeated monster is worth VPs as indicated on its card. Overcome Disasters: Each overcome disaster is worth VPs as indicated on its card. Acquired Heroes: Each hero in your deck is worth VPs as indicated on its card. Production: Gain VPs for each resource maximized up to the 7th house. Militia: If all your dwarves are back on your board, gain 3 VPs. The player with the most VPs wins. In case of a tie, there are specific tiebreaker criteria. Tips for Winning Avoid having all your resources of the same type blocked by monsters or disasters. Acquire a variety of hero cards to increase your strategic options. Prioritize defeating monsters and overcoming disasters to gain VPs and avoid losses. ## FAQ ### Do I need Dwar7s Fall to play? No! This is a standalone game, meaning you can play it completely on its own without needing any other titles from the series. ### Is it hard to learn? It's medium weight. The rules are straightforward, but the strategy requires careful planning of your action points. ### How long does a game last? Usually between 30 to 45 minutes, making it great for multiple sessions. ### How many players can play? 1 to 4 players. It includes very solid solitaire rules! ### Is it highly competitive? It's semi-cooperative. You compete to win, but if you don't help others against the monsters, everyone loses. ### Are the miniatures actually good? Yes, they are one of the game's highlights, featuring a very high level of detail for this category. ## Price Comparison ### Best Offers in Brazil - **Brechó Lúdico**: R$ 316,88 (https://brecholudico.com.br/produto/dwar7s-inverno/?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on Compara Jogos: https://www.comparajogos.com.br/item/dwar7s-inverno ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 184.95 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6838753&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/26989/dwar7s-winter?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com