# Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2017 - **BGG Rating**: 7.3 - **BGG Rank**: #1483 - **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2) - **Duration**: 45-90 min - **Weight**: 4.01 / 5 - **Designers**: Brad Andres, Erik Dahlman (I), Nate French, Tyler Parrott - **Artists**: Brad Andres, Erik Dahlman (I), Nate French - **Publishers**: Fantasy Flight Games, asmodee, Emperor Penguin Games, Galakta, Galápagos Jogos - **Categories**: Card Game, Collectible Components, Fantasy - **Mechanics**: Action Points, Deck Construction, Hand Management, Secret Unit Deployment, Simultaneous Action Selection, Variable Player Powers ## Verdict An epic-scale-turned-tactical duel for fans of deep-strategy card-battlers.High-level tactical-combat ## Description Sharpen your katana and prepare for Rokugan! Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game is a Living Card Game (LCg) that plungের you deep into the epic-scale-turned-tactical world of L5R. Forget the frustration of hunting for rare cards in randomized booster packs; this LCG model allows you to build your deck with precision using fixed-set-based expansions. As a clan leader, you are thrust into a world where honor is as sharp as steel and betrayal is as common as tea-drinking. You'll navigate the delicate balance between courtly intrigue and brutal battlefield combat. The gameplay is a rich tapestry of hand management, action point-driven-turns, and unique-to-your-clan abilities. Whether you are playing a subtle game of political manipulation or a direct military onslaught, every card-play matters. The game excels at making you feel the weight of your decisions. With mechanics like secret-unit deployment and simultaneous-style-tension, you are constantly guessing your opponent's next move. It is a game of high stakes, where-the-clans-struggle-for-dominance is not just a theme, but a mechanical reality. If you crave deep-strategy-driven card-battlers set in a lush,-samurai-inspired fantasy world, your journey begins here. ## FAQ ### Do I need all-expansion-access to play? No, you can start with the core set, but-expanding your collection is key to staying competitive. ### Is it beginner-friendly? The rules are straightforward, but the-strategic-depth is high. Expect a learning curve as you master clan-specific mechanics. ### How many players can participate? It is primarily designed as a head-to-head-game, though some-formats-allow-more. ### Is there-a-random-element? Since it is an LCG, you control your deck-building-process, reducing-the-luck-factor-found-in-CCGs. ### How long does a typical-match take? Usually between 45 to 90 minutes, depending on the intensity of the-clash. ## Price Comparison ### Best Offers in Brazil - **Amazon**: R$ 2.540,00 (https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/1887953620?tag=bgbot26b-20&linkCode=as2) - **Overrun Geek Store**: R$ 35,91 (https://overrungeek.com.br/produtos/legend-of-the-five-rings-pacote-de-dinastia-terras-maculadas/?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on Compara Jogos: https://www.comparajogos.com.br/item/legend-of-the-five-rings-the-card-game ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 35.11 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1661639&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/20686/legend-of-the-five-rings-the-card-game?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com