# Mage Wars: Druid vs. Necromancer

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2013
- **BGG Rating**: 8.3
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 90 min
- **Weight**: 3.46 / 5
- **Designers**: Aaron Brosman, Bryan Pope
- **Publishers**: Arcane Wonders, Pegasus Spiele
- **Categories**: Card Game, Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy, Fighting
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Simultaneous Action Selection, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
A wizard duel with two fresh strategies that will make you rethink your tactics.Engaging gameplayCards and dice comboTactical challengesIntense duel experienceAttention to detail requiredLonger playtimeDeep strategy neededRECOMMENDED

## Description
Mage Wars: Druid vs. Necromancer brings two fresh faces to the already epic wizard duel. Instead of sticking to the core card mechanics, the expansion introduces two new mages, each with a playstyle that swings from “slowly grow and win” to “summon endless hordes”. The Druid, a master of Nature, uses plants that sprout instantly on the board, healing allies and hurling water showers that can be as destructive as a frost spell. She sidesteps traditional spawn points, letting her flora erupt across the arena, forcing the opponent to move or be crushed by growth. The Necromancer is the shadow terror: he summons fragile skeletons that reassemble from bones, slow zombies that are nearly impossible to kill, and evil spirits that spread plagues. His theme is relentless assault, pushing the opponent to react before being overwhelmed. Dice rolling, grid movement, simultaneous action selection, and variable player powers keep every game unpredictable and packed with tactical decisions. The game lasts about 90 minutes, is for two players, and blends cards, dice, tokens, and a battle board that feels like a fantasy battlefield. If you love card duels with a tactical twist and want to try two distinct power approaches, this expansion will have you glued to the board!

## FAQ
### How many players can play this game?
The game is designed for two players, each controlling one of the two new mages.

### How long does a typical game last?
A typical game lasts around 90 minutes, giving enough time for complex strategies.

### What is the game's complexity?
The complexity is moderate: it involves tactical decisions, dice use, and card management, but is not overly complicated.

### What components do I need?
You will need action cards, dice, power tokens, a battle board, and life and mana markers.

### Who is this game for?
Ideal for fantasy fans, card duels, and those who enjoy strategies that blend tactics and luck.

### How does the dice rolling work?
The dice determine the strength of attacks, the effectiveness of spells, and movement in some cases, adding randomness to the game.

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