# Iwari: Deluxe Edition

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2020
- **BGG Rating**: 7.6
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-6 (Best with: 3, 4)
- **Duration**: 45 min
- **Weight**: 2.43 / 5
- **Designers**: Michael Schacht
- **Artists**: Matthew Mizak
- **Publishers**: ThunderGryph Games, GateOnGames, TCG Factory
- **Categories**: Abstract Strategy, Fantasy
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Hand Management, Network and Route Building, Open Drafting

## Verdict
If you enjoy games with area control and a touch of abstract fantasy, Iwari is a great pick! The Deluxe Edition really shines with its components and extra content.Engaging abstract strategyAwesome Deluxe componentsHigh replayability with mapsFun solo and co-op modesRules can be confusing initiallyIndirect player interactionHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
In Iwari: Deluxe Edition, you take on the role of one of five ancestral tribes seeking their identity by exploring and shaping the mystical lands. It's a game that blends abstract strategy with a touch of fantasy, where every decision counts towards expanding your settlements and connecting with the Titans who rule the cosmos. The game revolves around using cards for two main actions: placing your tents to expand your influence across five board regions, competing for majority in each, or building nature totems to get closer to the Titans, scoring based on your dominance in adjacent areas. Secret missions and end-game objectives add strategic layers, such as having the most tents in a region or forming sequences of settlements. Iwari reimagines the classic 'Web of Power,' bringing more depth with tribe boards, varied maps, optional modules, and solo and cooperative modes. The Deluxe Edition further enhances the experience with double-sided boards, extra maps, thematic components, and additional rules for cooperative and solo modes, ensuring hours of exploration and conquest in this fascinating world.

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime for Iwari: Deluxe Edition?
A game typically lasts between 45 and 60 minutes, depending on the player count and familiarity with the rules.

### How many players can participate?
The game is for 1 to 6 players, with solo and cooperative modes included in the Deluxe Edition.

### Is the game very complex? What's its weight?
The average weight is around 2.4/5, considered moderate. The basic rules are accessible, but strategy can deepen with the modules and maps.

### What's special about the Deluxe Edition?
The Deluxe Edition includes a double-sided game board, two new maps, plastic totems and ruins, extra cards, and rules and components for solo and cooperative modes.

### Do I need to play the base game 'Web of Power' first?
No! Iwari is a reimagining with new layers and mechanics, and can be played and enjoyed independently.

### Who is this game recommended for?
It's ideal for those who enjoy abstract strategy games with a light theme, area control and hand management mechanics, and appreciate quality components.