# Gorechosen

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #6513
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 25-75 min
- **Weight**: 1.90 / 5
- **Designers**: James M. Hewitt
- **Publishers**: Games Workshop Ltd.
- **Categories**: Dice, Fantasy, Fighting, Miniatures
- **Mechanics**: Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Take That

## Verdict
If you're into direct combat, dice rolling, and sinister miniatures, Gorechosen is a treat! It's the kind of game you unbox, learn quickly, and immediately start clashing with friends in style. The mix of strategy with dice luck and wrath mechanics makes each fight unpredictable and full of twists. Perfect for those who aren't afraid of a little chaos and want to see (figurative) blood spill on the table.Brutal and direct combatFantastic, detailed miniaturesSimple rules, easy to learnDynamic wrath systemEliminated players still participateHigh dice dependencyDirect interaction can be intenseVery specific theme (Khorne)RECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready to step into the arena and prove your worth as Khorne's most brutal champion in Gorechosen! This board game from Games Workshop pits two to four players against each other in bloody pit fights, where supremacy is earned with deadly blows. The box is packed with four detailed plastic miniatures of iconic Khorne champions: the Exalted Deathbringer, the Skullgrinder, the Slaughterpriest, and the Aspiring Deathbringer, each ready for carnage.

Despite the brutal theme, the gameplay is surprisingly accessible and fun, blending subtle strategy with direct and chaotic combat. A game can last about an hour, keeping the adrenaline high. You'll have 24 action cards at your disposal to choose from a variety of painful attacks and gambits – who doesn't love a good shove into a fire pit? And when the blows start flying, 16 injury cards gruesomely detail the consequences of fighting in a spiked pit against three other madmen.

But the fun doesn't stop for those knocked out! Thanks to special 'Fate of the Slain' rules, eliminated players can still influence the battle's outcome. Each fighter has an individual sheet with their complete rules, including a unique 'Kill Zone' that defines their attack range and power. For example, the Slaughterpriest has an enormous forward reach with his axe but is weaker on the sides. Furthermore, managing the 'Wrath Track' is crucial: wrath is spent to perform actions and accumulated when taking injuries. The angrier the fighter, the greater the chance they'll act first in the round, adding an interesting strategic layer to initiative. Each turn, fighters place initiative cards equal to their wrath, and the drawn card determines who acts, ensuring the combat order is always unpredictable and dynamic.

## FAQ
### How many players can play Gorechosen?
Gorechosen is designed for 2 to 4 players, offering a chaotic and fun combat experience for small groups.

### What is the average game length?
A game of Gorechosen typically lasts between 25 and 75 minutes, depending on the number of players and the intensity of the combat.

### Is the game too complex for beginners?
No, Gorechosen has a low complexity weight (1.9/5 on BGG). Its rules are simple and easy to learn, allowing new players to jump into the action quickly.

### Do the miniatures come painted?
The miniatures in Gorechosen come unpainted plastic and require assembly, as is standard for Games Workshop games. It's a great opportunity to customize your champions!

### What happens if a player is knocked out?
Even after being knocked out, a player can still influence the game through the special 'Fate of the Slain' rules, keeping everyone engaged until the end of the match.

### Are there any expansions for Gorechosen?
The rulebook includes fighter sheets for four additional fighters (with miniatures sold separately by Games Workshop), expanding the game's options and customization.

### Who is Gorechosen best suited for?
It's ideal for fans of tactical dice-driven combat games who appreciate miniatures and the dark theme of Warhammer Age of Sigmar. If you enjoy direct interactions and a bit of chaos, you'll love it!