# Kingsport Festival: The Card Game

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2017
- **BGG Rating**: 6.0
- **BGG Rank**: #19485
- **Players**: 3-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Gianluca Santopietro
- **Publishers**: Giochi Uniti, Hobby Japan, Passport Game Studios, Sir Chester Cobblepot, Stratelibri
- **Categories**: Card Game, Dice, Horror
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Open Drafting

## Verdict
Do you enjoy being the villain and summoning cosmic horrors? Kingsport Festival: The Card Game puts you in control, with agile mechanics and a touch of Lovecraftian horror!Immersive Lovecraftian themeDice and card mechanicsFast and engaging gamesBeing the villain is funRequires card translationCan become repetitiveDice luck is a factorFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Get ready to embrace the dark side in Kingsport Festival: The Card Game! Forget the investigators and heroes, because here you are the high priest of a sinister cult, trying to summon cosmic horrors and ancient gods to dominate the city. The vibe is very Lovecraftian, with that sense of imminent danger and sanity always hanging by a thread. Your goal is to collect the 'gifts' from these malevolent entities, but beware: every step towards power can cost you your sanity and attract unwanted attention from the investigators still trying to save the day. The game mixes dice rolling with hand management and an open draft, where you choose the cards that will help you perform your profane rituals. It's a race against time and against madness itself, where the smartest and boldest in their invocations will come out on top. Perfect for those who enjoy a touch of cosmic horror and aren't afraid to be the villain of the story. With quick games, it's ideal for those who want an intense dose of evil without compromising the whole night.

## FAQ
### What is the main objective of the game?
The goal is to be the high priest who is most successful in summoning cosmic creatures and gods, dominating the city before your sanity runs out or the investigators stop you.

### Is this a cooperative or competitive game?
It's a competitive game where each player controls their own cult and tries to outperform the others.

### Is the game heavily language-dependent?
Yes, the game has extensive language dependency, as the cards contain crucial information for gameplay.

### Who is this game best suited for?
It's ideal for fans of Lovecraftian themes, players who enjoy dice rolling and hand management mechanics, and those who like the idea of playing as the 'villain'.

### What happens if I lose my sanity?
Losing sanity can hinder you in certain actions and, if you reach the limit, can eliminate you from the game or give you significant disadvantages.

### What is the complexity of the game?
The complexity is considered low-medium, with accessible rules for those who already have some experience with board games, but with interesting strategic decisions.

### How long does a game take?
Games are quite fast, usually lasting around 30 minutes, making it great for shorter play sessions.

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