6.0
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Ludopedia
7.1
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BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
For players who want chess with superpowers and collectibles. Blends deep strategy with mid-game ability unlocks.
Highlights
- Multiple win conditions
- Collectible miniatures customization
- Creative magical abilities
Keep in mind
- May require expansion investment
- Learning curve for special powers
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Navia Dratp is a strategy game blending chess-like depth with collectible miniatures customization. Inspired by shogi (Japanese chess) and featuring an anime theme, each player commands an army of holy warriors and power-harvesting pawns. The twist? You don't deploy all pieces at once—they're summoned mid-game like a card game. Warriors can be promoted (think pawn-to-queen in chess) and even unlock magical abilities like teleportation or resurrection by spending collected power crystals. Unlike traditional chess, there are three win conditions: capturing the opponent's Navia (the 'queen' piece), moving your Navia across the board, or stockpiling crystals for a game-ending blast. With 44 unique miniatures (across base and expansions), each match plays differently based on your summoned warriors.
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Best player count
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2
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Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Bandai Co., Ltd.
Designer
Koichi Yamazaki
Artist
Koichi Yamazaki
Community
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1,045owners
201wishlist
71want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need expansions to play?
No! The base game includes 14 miniatures (7 per player), but expansions add strategic variety.
Is it hard to learn if I play chess?
You'll recognize basic movements, but special abilities and crystals completely change strategy. Worth the adjustment!
How long does a match take?
About 30 minutes — much faster than traditional chess thanks to the smaller board and dynamic mechanics.
Do miniatures require assembly/painting?
No, they're ready-to-play. But if you enjoy miniature painting, they make great blank canvases!
Is it kid-friendly?
Ages 10+ if they're into strategy games. Ability icons are intuitive.
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