Mage Wars Academy: Priestess Expansion

Arcane Wonders, Pegasus Spiele · Board game · 2016
2 · best 2 20–30 min Weight 3.0/5
9.5 rating Ludopedia
7.8 rating BGG
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9.5 rating Ludopedia
7.8 rating BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

Perfect for those looking to vary combat archetypes with a gameplay style focused on light and summons.

Highlights
  • New character with unique style
  • Compatible with Academy and Arena
  • Interesting summoning mechanics
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Requires base game to play
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About the game

What you do in a play session

If you already enjoy the magical mayhem of Mage Wars, get ready to add some light (and divine punishment) to your table. The Priestess expansion introduces a new character focused on the path of light, allowing you to completely shift the dynamics of your duels. The goal is straightforward: prove that the light is absolute by smiting the wicked and summoning virtuous allies to do the heavy lifting for you.

What's great about this expansion is its versatility, as it's compatible with both the Academy and Arena versions. This means regardless of which edition you own, the Priestess can enter the fray. She brings new cards and mechanics that encourage field control and punishing opponents who try to play dirty.

Since we're talking about Mage Wars, the strategic depth remains high. You'll need to manage your spells and dice rolls with precision to ensure your faith translates into real damage on the board. It's the kind of content that breathes new life into the base game, offering a new gameplay archetype for those looking to vary their strategy and test new spell combinations. If you like characters that blend support with devastating attacks and summons, the Priestess is the perfect choice to diversify your magical clashes.

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Game: Mage Wars Players: Two-Player Only Games
Publisher Arcane Wonders, Pegasus Spiele
Designer Aaron Brosman, Bryan Pope, Matthew Burch

Frequently Asked Questions

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5 questions
Which game do I need to use this expansion?
You need either Mage Wars: Academy or Mage Wars: Arena to play.
Does the Priestess significantly change the game dynamics?
Yes, she introduces a style focused on punishment and summons, differing from the starting mages.
Is the game hard to learn?
With a weight of 3/5, it has some complexity, but those familiar with the Mage Wars system will pick it up quickly.
How many people can play?
The game is strictly for 2 players, keeping the focus on the duel.
Is the language a problem?
Yes, there is heavy text dependency on the cards, so you'll need a translation if you aren't fluent in English.