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Perfect for those seeking RPG depth within a board game framework, focusing heavily on narrative and character customization.
- Almost infinite character customization
- Branching story with real impact
- Innovative and tactical combat system
- High-quality components and miniatures
- Quite a steep learning curve
- High dependency on reading/translation
About the game
What you do in a play session
Combat is where the innovation shines. Forget simple 'hit or miss' rolls. The system uses dice combinations based on your character's equipment and abilities. Each die face features specific symbols that you spend to boost attacks and deal devastating damage. With nine different types of dice and hundreds of abilities and equipment options, the customization possibilities are endless. Best of all, there are no rigid classes; a point-buy progression system lets you build your hero exactly how you want, focusing on what you actually enjoy.
To bring this world to life, the game utilizes a modular board with various locations—from magical forests to airships—and enemies controlled by a smart AI, ensuring every encounter is a unique challenge. If your campaign group isn't available, the game also offers standalone scenarios to scratch that gaming itch. It's the perfect blend of tabletop RPG depth and modern board game convenience, all wrapped in a vibrant, anime-inspired aesthetic.
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Rules videos
Learn by watching before you open the box
In English
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Middara How To Play 1 - Component Overview
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Middara How To Play 2 - Getting Started
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Middara How To Play 3A - Adventure Mode
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Middara How To Play 4 - Encounters and Loot
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Middara How To Play 3B - Crawl Mode
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Middara Preview And Schedule
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Middara How To Play 5 - Adventurers, Disciplines, and Items
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Middara - Re-Boxing
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Middara | Unintentional Malum: Act 1 | The Mast | Solo Setup & Narrative
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1. Overview - How To Play Middara
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Middara How To Play 6 - Abilities, Important Tags, and Upgrades
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Middara Lore Video
Rules manual
Official PDF file
Best player count
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Soundtrack
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