# Kemet: Blood and Sand – Kickstarter Edition

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2021
- **BGG Rating**: 8.1
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 90-120 min
- **Weight**: 3.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Guillaume Montiage, Jacques Bariot
- **Artists**: Dimitri Bielak, Émile Denis, Pascal Quidault, Pierre Santamaria
- **Publishers**: Matagot, Delta Vision Publishing, Frosted Games, Korea Boardgames, Maldito Games, Pendragon Game Studio
- **Categories**: Ancient, Fighting, Mythology, Wargame
- **Mechanics**: Action Points, Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Card Play Conflict Resolution, Hand Management, Open Drafting

## Verdict
If you love Egyptian gods and epic battles, Kemet: Blood and Sand offers top‑tier strategy and visuals.Detailed miniaturesStreamlined rulesRedesigned mapExtra componentsLong playtimeMedium learning curveRequires 2‑5 playersHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Kemet: Blood and Sand – Kickstarter Edition delivers the most refined and visually striking version of the classic Egyptian god game. You now command a powerful pantheon, open the gates of your city, and lead armies of warriors, beasts, and monsters to dominate the Nile and the desert. The board has been redesigned with larger hexes and a map that highlights the Nile River and trade routes. Miniatures are larger and more detailed, making each battle feel truly epic. Rules have been streamlined for easier learning while preserving the strategic depth of the community‑refined 1.5 edition. Each round you receive action points to move troops, summon creatures, or unleash divine powers. Area control is key: the player with majority or highest influence in a region gains bonuses and can advance their divine agenda. Conflict cards add surprise, allowing you to modify combat outcomes with special abilities. An open draft of divine cards lets everyone see the options and plan accordingly. The Kickstarter edition also adds extra goodies such as an additional tile tray, obelisk miniatures, extra divine intervention cards, cloth bags for pieces, and a poster. Playtime runs about 90‑120 minutes for 2‑5 players, with a medium complexity (weight 3/5). If you love war games with mythic themes, resource management, and tactical clashes, Kemet: Blood and Sand offers an immersive, visually impressive experience.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
2 to 5 players.

### How long does a game take?
Typically 90–120 minutes, depending on player count and experience.

### What is the complexity level?
Rated 3/5 on BGG, a medium‑weight game that requires strategic planning but has streamlined rules.

### What’s included in the Kickstarter edition?
Redesigned map, larger miniatures, an extra tile tray, additional divine intervention cards, cloth bags, and an art poster.

### Do I need the original edition to play?
No. This edition is standalone; all necessary components are provided.

### What is the recommended age?
12 years and up, though younger players can join with adult guidance.

### Can I play with fewer than 5 players without losing the experience?
Yes, it plays well with 2‑4 players, though the full diplomatic and combat dynamics shine with five.