# Guild Ball: Kick Off!

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 7.5
- **BGG Rank**: #6605
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 60 min
- **Weight**: 3.25 / 5
- **Designers**: Mat Hart, Richard Loxam
- **Artists**: Doug Telford
- **Publishers**: Steamforged Games Ltd., Ulisses Spiele
- **Categories**: Fantasy, Medieval, Miniatures, Sports
- **Mechanics**: Action Points, Dice Rolling, Measurement Movement

## Verdict
Guild Ball: Kick Off! is that game that throws you straight into the action with awesome miniatures and a hefty dose of strategy. If you enjoy a contact sport with a medieval fantasy twist and love planning every move, you'll feel right at home. It's an intense tactical duel for two players, where scoring goals and knocking out opponents earn points. The experience is immersive and super rewarding for those who like board games with a wargame feel.Detailed, characterful miniaturesAddictive sport and tactics blendStrategic decisions every turnEngaging fantasy sports themeDynamic in-game resourceTwo-player onlyInitial learning curveMeasurement dependentHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
In Guild Ball: Kick Off!, get ready for a brutal, adrenaline-fueled football match where strategy is as important as brute force! Two players take on the role of coaches, leading their teams – either the rowdy Brewers or the tactical Masons – onto a battlefield that looks more like a medieval football pitch. The goal is simple: be the first to reach 12 victory points. And how do you earn those points? By scoring spectacular goals or, well, sending opposing players back to the bench with somewhat… aggressive plays. Every decision you make as coach is crucial, from positioning your players to executing exciting plays that can change the course of the match. As your athletes exert themselves on the field, they generate a special resource that allows your team to play even harder, driving the Guild Ball crowd wild! The Kick Off! starter set comes complete with everything you need to start playing: 12 super charismatic character miniatures, each with their own unique playstyle and striking personality. Plus, tokens and health dials make it easy to track the effects of each play, allowing you to combine your players' unique strengths to completely dominate the field. It's a miniatures game with plenty of action and tactical decisions, perfect for those who enjoy a good challenge and a unique theme.

## FAQ
### Is Guild Ball: Kick Off! a complex game for beginners?
It has an initial learning curve, mainly because it's a miniatures game with detailed movement and combat rules. But the starter kit is very complete and gives you everything you need to start understanding the mechanics.

### What is the average game duration?
A game of Guild Ball: Kick Off! usually lasts between 60 to 90 minutes. It's enough time for a deep tactical experience without being exhaustive.

### How many players can participate?
This is a two-player only game, which makes it perfect for intense, one-on-one strategic duels.

### Do I need to paint the miniatures to play?
No, the miniatures come ready to play, but many players enjoy painting them to personalize and make the experience even more immersive. It's entirely optional!

### What is the main objective of the game?
The goal is to be the first to accumulate 12 victory points, which can be earned by scoring goals or eliminating opposing players from the field.

### What comes in the Kick Off! box?
The starter box comes with everything you need: 12 character miniatures, tokens, health dials, a game board, dice, and the rules to start playing immediately.

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