# Imwah

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2024
- **BGG Rating**: 7.7
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Patrick Engro
- **Artists**: Patrick Engro
- **Publishers**: Engro Games
- **Categories**: Abstract Strategy
- **Mechanics**: Grid Movement, Trick-taking

## Verdict
An elegant, fast-paced duel mixing the best of card play with board game classics.Brilliant mechanic fusionFast and intense sessionsSimple rules, deep strategyTactile and direct componentsStrictly for two playersRequires high tactical focusRECOMMENDED

## Description
Ever felt like playing a classic like Chess, but with the unpredictable spice of a card game? That is exactly what Imwah brings to the table! This is a pure strategy duel for two players that manages to be incredibly elegant and straight to the point. The goal is simple, but the execution requires intense focus: you need to move two of your pawns into your opponent's base to secure the win.

The magic lies in the fusion of two mechanics that might seem worlds apart at first glance: trick-taking and tactical grid movement. Each player starts with an identical hand of 11 cards, consisting of three suits and two special cards. The board is a 6x6 grid where the squares correspond to the card suits. The gameplay flow is dynamic: first, you compete in a trick by playing a card; the winner of the trick earns the right to move a pawn. But it's not just any move! The card you played dictates the rules: you can only move a pawn that sits on a square matching the suit of the played card, and the card's rank determines the movement pattern, very much reminiscent of Chess piece logic.

This creates a constant dilemma: do you play a high card to win the trick and gain movement control, or do you save that strategic card to pull off a crucial maneuver later? The game can end in three ways: if someone infiltrates two pawns into the enemy base, if you manage to capture all of your opponent's pawns, or if the two rounds of 11 cards conclude and a final scoring determines the winner. It is a fast game, taking about 20 minutes, perfect for a quick rematch or for those who love abstract games that don't require a 50-page manual but reward every smart decision.

## FAQ
### How long does a game last?
Very quick! Usually between 15 to 20 minutes.

### Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! The rules are straightforward, but the challenge lies in outthinking your opponent.

### Can I play with more than 2 players?
No, Imwah is specifically designed as a two-player duel.

### Is it a complex game?
It's a light-weight abstract game (2/5), so it's easy to pick up but requires strategy.

### How is the winner decided?
You can win by reaching the opponent's base, capturing all pawns, or via points after the rounds end.