Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game – Breath of the Kami

Fantasy Flight Games, Asterion Press · Board game · 2018
2 45–90 min
8.5 rating Ludopedia
7.8 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 4.63
8.5 rating Ludopedia
7.8 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you're a fan of Legend of the Five Rings and enjoy the Air element, this expansion brings welcome new additions to spice up your games!

Highlights
  • New Air-focused cards
  • Introduces the Mantis clan
  • Expands existing strategies
  • Content for Elemental Cycle
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Requires base game
  • Another pack to collect
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready to feel the breeze with "Breath of the Kami," an expansion pack for the "Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game"! This little gem throws you right into the Elemental Cycle, bringing 20 brand-new cards, with three copies of each, focusing on the Air element. If you're into Shugenjas and spells that manipulate the wind, you'll go wild for this pack. It features a new stronghold to call your own and, check this out, the first characters from the Mantis clan make their appearance here! It's a chance to refresh your strategies and explore new tactics with the ethereal power of air. Perfect for those who are already fans of the base game and want more content to dive headfirst into this rich universe full of conflicts.

This expansion adds an extra layer of depth and variety, allowing players to explore new synergies and approaches to victory. With cards focused on the Air element, you'll be able to control the flow of the game in surprising ways, adapting to your opponent's moves with agility. The new Mantis clan also brings a fresh dynamic, opening up a range of possibilities for deck building and the overall gameplay experience. If you're looking for new ways to play and expand your Legend of the Five Rings universe, "Breath of the Kami" is quite an addition!

Best player count

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Duel · 2 players
2 OK

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Game details

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Collectible: Living Card Game (Fantasy Flight Games) Players: Two-Player Only Games Setting: Legend of the Five Rings
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, Asterion Press
Designer Brad Andres, Erik Dahlman (I), Nate French

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Do I need the base game "Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game" to play "Breath of the Kami"?
Yes, absolutely! "Breath of the Kami" is an expansion and adds cards and content to the base game. You can't play without it.
How many new cards come in this pack?
The "Breath of the Kami" pack contains 20 unique cards, and you receive three copies of each, totaling 60 cards.
What is the main focus of the cards in this expansion?
The main focus is the Air element, with new Shugenja and spell options that explore mechanics and strategies related to this element.
Does this expansion add any new clans?
Yes! "Breath of the Kami" introduces the first playable characters from the Mantis clan to the game.
Does the game become more difficult with this expansion?
The expansion adds more complexity and strategic options, but the overall difficulty depends more on how you and your opponent use the new cards and your knowledge of the base game.
Is it necessary to know English to play?
Yes, the language dependency is considered high. Most of the cards and additional rules will require you to understand English to play correctly.