# Havoc: The Hundred Years War

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2005
- **BGG Rating**: 6.7
- **BGG Rank**: #5042
- **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 5)
- **Duration**: 60 min
- **Weight**: 2.14 / 5
- **Designers**: K. C. Humphrey
- **Artists**: Barbara Bloom, K. C. Humphrey, Morgan Crusader Bible, Rita Humphrey
- **Publishers**: Sunriver Games
- **Categories**: Bluffing, Card Game, Medieval
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Open Drafting

## Verdict
If you like fast games with a mix of bluffing and strategy, this is a blast. It's medieval poker—but with more swords and fewer chips!Quick and easy to learnGreat blend of bluffing and hand managementImmersive medieval themeCan feel too random for someBest with 4+ playersRECOMMENDED

## Description
Havoc: The Hundred Years War is a card game that throws you into the chaos of the Hundred Years' War—no armor required. The goal is simple: recruit soldiers to form the best card sets (think poker, but with more swords and maybe a little bluffing... or not). Each skirmish is a chance to score victory points, and the Dogs of War step in to lend a hand—either by retrieving soldiers from the battlefield or grabbing extra resources. After 8 skirmishes, a final battle crowns a new king based on total points. It's fast, fun, and perfect for fans of strategy with a dash of luck and bluffing. Best part? Almost no text, so it's easy to teach and play with any group.

## FAQ
### How many players is it best with?
Works well with 2-6, but shines with 4+ — more bluffing and competition!

### How long does a game take?
Around 60 minutes on average, but can go faster once everyone gets the hang of it.

### Do I need to know poker to play?
Nope! The combinations are similar, but the game explains everything. Zero experience needed.

### Is there a lot of luck involved?
Some, but strategy (and bluffing!) play a big role. It's not purely random.

### Is it good for medieval theme fans?
Yes! The theme is strong, and the mechanics fit perfectly with the setting.