# Kámen – Zbraně – Papír

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2007
- **BGG Rating**: 6.1
- **BGG Rank**: #20878
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 45 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Vlaada Chvátil
- **Artists**: Jozef Bard Murcko
- **Publishers**: Dino Toys s. r. o.
- **Categories**: Medieval
- **Mechanics**: Auction / Bidding, Rock-Paper-Scissors

## Verdict
If you enjoy fast auctions and rock‑paper‑scissors tactics, you’ll love the race to build castles.Dynamic auctionsQuick tactical choicesFast pacedSparse componentsLimited textLuck factorRECOMMENDED

## Description
Kámen – Zbraně – Papír (or Stone – Paper – Weapons) puts you in the shoes of a newly appointed noble in a medieval kingdom that has just welcomed a reformist king. The goal is straightforward: build your castle faster than the other players and keep the border safe. Each game starts with everyone receiving basic resources and then jumping straight into auctions. You bid money for tools, building materials, or military units, using the auction mechanic to decide who gets what. Afterwards, weapon choices follow the classic rock‑paper‑scissors dynamic: each type of equipment beats one and loses to another, creating quick tactical decisions each round.

As the castle rises, you can focus on the economy – buying resources that generate income over time – or pour resources into your army, using weapon cards to defend the frontier against rival nobles. Balancing civil development and military strength is the secret; over‑investing in one side leaves you exposed to the other. The game moves at a brisk pace, with about 45‑minute playtime, and its light complexity (weight 2/5) means even newcomers to auctions can pick it up quickly. Components are sparsely described but clearly illustrated, making rule memorization easy.

With minimal components and straightforward rules, Kámen – Zbraně – Papír is perfect for groups that enjoy light competition, rapid decisions, and a dash of medieval strategy. If you like auction games and want to see rock‑paper‑scissors applied to castle building, this title is a solid pick for your next game night.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
2 to 4 players.

### How long does a game take?
About 45 minutes.

### What is the game’s complexity?
Light, with a BGG weight of 2/5.

### What components are included?
Resource cards, weapon cards, money tokens and castle boards.

### Do I need extensive auction experience?
No. The auction rules are straightforward and taught during play.

### Who is the game best suited for?
Players who enjoy light strategy, auctions and a medieval theme.

### Are there any expansions?
No official expansions have been released so far.