# Rajas of the Ganges: Cards & Karma

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2024
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #5010
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 30-45 min
- **Weight**: 2.31 / 5
- **Designers**: Inka Brand, Markus Brand
- **Artists**: Dennis Lohausen
- **Publishers**: HUCH!, R&R Games, Devir, Raven Distribution, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Swan Panasia Co., Ltd.
- **Categories**: Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Multi-Use Cards, Open Drafting, Race

## Verdict
If you enjoy fast, choice‑heavy card games, you’ll love the race for fame and cash here.Multi‑use cardsDynamic open draftingShort play timeMandatory 3‑card swapFour‑player limitRECOMMENDED

## Description
Rajas of the Ganges: Cards & Karma brings the bustling Indian trade scene to a fast, tactical card game. Players vie for double‑sided cards that show a building, good, ship, or palace action on one side and a colored die value on the other. Those die values act as the resource needed to construct, sell, or earn fame. The core loop is watching what opponents are trying to build; what they need can become a valuable die for you. You may focus on stacking buildings to boost fame or selling goods for cash, but you always need the right dice in hand to pull it off. A key strategic twist: when you collect three cards of the same type you must swap them for workers. Workers are versatile, yet the swap can disrupt your plan if timed poorly. The win condition is to flip all six target cards, one by one, using fame or money, and the first player to do so wins. Games run 30‑45 minutes, support 2‑4 players, and are easy to learn (weight 2.3/5) while offering enough depth for fans of hand‑management, open drafting, and race mechanics. Components include beautifully illustrated cards, worker tokens, and money chips, all of high quality. Perfect for those who love multi‑use card games with a dash of Indian cultural flavor, Rajas of the Ganges: Cards & Karma delivers a light, competitive, and twist‑filled experience.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
2 to 4 players.

### How long does a game take?
About 30 to 45 minutes.

### What is the game's complexity?
Light to moderate, BGG weight 2.3/5.

### What components are included?
Double‑sided cards, worker tokens, money chips, and a small reference board.

### Is it beginner‑friendly?
Yes, rules are straightforward while still offering strategic depth for veterans.

### Is there an age recommendation?
Suitable for ages 12 and up, due to text on the cards.

### Can I play with fewer than four dice‑cards?
Yes, but careful hand management is needed to avoid getting stuck.

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