# Hordes of Grimoor

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2015
- **BGG Rating**: 6.0
- **BGG Rank**: #19937
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 20-30 min
- **Weight**: 2.13 / 5
- **Designers**: John Clowdus
- **Artists**: JJ Ariosa
- **Publishers**: Small Box Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Fantasy
- **Mechanics**: Action Points, Hand Management, Set Collection

## Verdict
Perfect for those seeking a fast-paced fantasy duel with strategic depth. The cyclic conflict system keeps the pace high!Quick and dynamic matchesEngaging hand managementWell-implemented fantasy themeSimple rules to learnModerate language dependenceTwo-player exclusiveRECOMMENDED

## Description
Imagine you are the leader of a horde of powerful creatures trying to dominate the world of Grimoor. That's exactly what happens in Hordes of Grimoor! The game is a strategic duel for two players where the goal is to expand your domain, conquer territories, and transform them into imposing strongholds to secure victory. The dynamics revolve around recruiting Cohorts (your soldiers) and utilizing Curios, which are rare items that grant scalable powers and precious points.

The game flow is very straightforward: you have a two-action point system per turn. You and your opponent alternate moves, deciding how to spend these points to escalate the conflict. Tension rises as the horde grows; as soon as someone manages to place five creatures in their horde, that Conflict ends and the dust settles for the start of the next one. The entire game is divided into three of these Conflicts. Whoever has the highest score at the end of this epic journey takes the crown of Grimoor.

The real charm here is the hand management. You need to balance when to deploy your creatures to dominate the map and when to hold onto strategic cards for the right moment. It's a fast-paced game, with matches lasting between 20 and 30 minutes, but it requires you to think through every move so you don't get steamrolled by the opposing horde. If you enjoy card games with a fantasy theme and love intense territorial 'tug-of-war' disputes, this title is a perfect fit. Just keep in mind that, depending on the version, you might need a translation for the cards to fully enjoy the experience.

## FAQ
### Does the game work with more than two players?
No, it was specifically designed as a duel between two players.

### How long does a game take?
It's quite fast! Usually between 20 and 30 minutes.

### Is it very complex to learn?
Not at all, the two-action turn system is very intuitive, making the learning curve quite smooth.

### Do I need English to play?
Yes, there is moderate language dependence. If you don't speak English, you'll need a translation sheet or translated cards.

### What is the main goal?
To conquer territories, build strongholds, and accumulate points through creatures and rare items across three conflicts.