# Nokosu Dice

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 7.6
- **BGG Rank**: #1286
- **Players**: 3-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 45-60 min
- **Weight**: 2.05 / 5
- **Designers**: Yusuke Matsumoto
- **Artists**: 別府さい (Sai Beppu)
- **Publishers**: Engames, Quoth Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Dice
- **Mechanics**: Auction / Bidding, Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Open Drafting, Predictive Bid, Trick-taking

## Verdict
If you love games that blend strategy and luck, Nokosu Dice will surprise you.Unique mix of cards and diceDramatic bidding keeps tension highMini-games break the monotonyRequires focus on detailsAverage playtime may exceed expectationsRECOMMENDED

## Description
Nokosu Dice delivers a refreshing blend of numbered cards and colored dice in a trick‑taking setting that challenges both strategy and luck. In games lasting 45 to 60 minutes with 3 to 5 players, participants take turns playing cards or dice from their hands to win each trick, earning a point for the winner. What makes Nokosu Dice stand out is its combination of dynamic auctions, where players vie for dice that can be used in tricks, with hand‑management mechanics that force tactical decisions about when to play each card or die. Additionally, dice rolling adds a layer of unpredictability that makes every round feel fresh.

The core of the game is the competition for tricks, but there's more: at the end of each round, players have a chance to earn bonus points. If the number of tricks a player won matches the last remaining die in the pile, or if someone declares they will not win any trick and indeed wins none, those bonuses can swing the game. This mix of prediction and bargaining creates tense and joyful moments, especially when the dice auction turns into a strategic showdown among competitors.

Components are straightforward: 108 numbered cards, 12 colored dice, score tokens, and a scoring board. Although the design is minimalist, the game demands attention to detail and good resource management, which can make the time feel longer than expected. For those who enjoy games that blend cards, dice, and auctions in a light yet competitive environment, Nokosu Dice is a fun and engaging choice that offers replayability thanks to the ever‑changing combinations of cards and dice each play.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
3 to 5 players.

### How long does a game last?
Between 45 and 60 minutes.

### What is the complexity level?
Medium; combines strategy, luck, and negotiation.

### What components are included?
108 numbered cards, 12 colored dice, score tokens, score board.

### Who is the game for?
Players who enjoy card and dice games, auctions, and light strategy.

### How does the bidding mechanic work?
Each round starts with a dice auction; players bid using tokens, the winner gets the die and can use it in the trick.

### How are end-of-round bonuses awarded?
If the number of tricks won matches the last remaining die, or if a player declares they will not win any trick and indeed wins none, they receive extra points.