# Rising Sun: Kami Unbound ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2018 - **BGG Rating**: 8.0 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 3-5 (Best with: 4, 5) - **Duration**: 90-120 min - **Weight**: 3.47 / 5 - **Designers**: Eric M. Lang - **Artists**: Adrian Smith - **Publishers**: ADC Blackfire Entertainment, asmodee, CMON Global Limited, Delta Vision Publishing, Edge Entertainment, Galápagos Jogos, Game Harbor, Guillotine Games, Hobby World, Portal Games - **Categories**: Bluffing, Expansion for Base-game, Fantasy, Miniatures, Mythology, Negotiation, Wargame - **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Open Drafting, Set Collection, Simultaneous Action Selection, Take That, Variable Phase Order, Variable Player Powers ## Verdict If you already enjoy the vibe of Rising Sun and want more divine action, this expansion is for you! It supercharges the Kami, turning them into powerful pieces that change the game.Kami become active miniaturesStrategic divine powersMore interaction and tensionExpands the base experienceRequires the base gameIncreases complexityRelies on draft luckHIGHLY RECOMMENDED ## Description If you thought Rising Sun was already intense, get ready! Kami Unbound elevates the presence of the Kami to another level, making them central figures on the board. Now, each Kami gets its own miniature that starts in a specific province. While no clan worships it, it just stands there observing. But as soon as a clan sends its Shinto to venerate it, the player gains that Kami's favor, represented by a new card, and its miniature starts counting as one of your troops! This miniature can be moved and adds strength in battles and harvests, besides being immune to being taken hostage, betrayed, or killed. And the best part: each Kami grants a special power that can be activated by consuming a devoted Shinto. Losing favor is a risk, whether by using the Kami's power or by an opponent surpassing you in devotion (more Shinto or more honor). With this expansion, battles and the struggle for influence become even more dynamic and full of surprises, requiring new strategies to please the gods and dominate mystical feudal Japan. It's more strategy, more interaction, and more powerful gods in play! ## How to Play Game Objective In Rising Sun: Liberation of the Kami, players control Japanese feudal clans seeking to gain influence and power through the worship of Kami (Shinto gods). The goal is to accumulate the most victory points (VP) by the end of the game, which are earned through territorial conquests, alliances, honor, and control of the Kami. Setup To prepare the game with the Liberation of the Kami rules, follow the steps below: Select 4 Kami that will be part of the game and place their miniatures near the corresponding Shrines on the board. Place the cards of the chosen Kami face up, visible to all players. Return the miniatures and cards of unused Kami to the box. Consult the manual for details on this section. Game Flow The game is divided into Seasons, each with specific phases: Kami Turns: At the start of each Season, the Kami enter the game if they are worshipped. The player with the most Strength in a Kami's Shrine places their miniature in any Province and receives their card. Harvest Phase: Players collect resources from the provinces they control. War Phase: Conflicts in provinces with multiple clans are resolved. Consult the manual for details on this section. Actions and How to Play Players can perform various actions to influence the game: Worship Kami: Gain control of a Kami by having the most Strength in their Shrine. Move Miniatures: The miniatures of the Kami can be moved like normal pieces, except for specific restrictions (e.g., Susanoo traps pieces). Use Kami Powers: Each Kami grants unique abilities in the province where they are located. Consult the manual for details on this section. End of Game and Scoring The game ends after a set number of Seasons. Points are calculated based on: Control of Provinces. Clan honor. Acquired Season cards. Bonuses for controlling Kami. Consult the manual for details on this section. Tips for Winning Focus on controlling Kami that complement your strategy. For example, Amaterasu protects your pieces if you have high Honor. Use Ryujin to increase your Strength if you have a variety of Season cards. In provinces with Hachiman, prioritize hiring Ronin to double your efficiency in battles. ## FAQ ### Does this expansion work without the base game Rising Sun? No, Kami Unbound is an expansion and requires the base game Rising Sun to be played. ### How many players can play with this expansion? The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is for 3 to 5 players. ### Does the expansion add a lot of complexity to the game? It adds an extra layer of strategy with the Kami powers, but for those already familiar with Rising Sun, the learning curve is quite manageable. ### Are the Kami difficult to control? Controlling a Kami involves managing your Shinto and deciding when to use their powers. It's a strategic element that adds another interesting decision each turn. ### Is it worth buying just for the Kami? If you like the idea of powerful gods directly influencing the battlefield and offering unique abilities, yes! They add a very cool dynamic. ### What is the average playtime with the expansion? The playtime remains similar to the base game, generally between 90 and 120 minutes, depending on player experience. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 25.74 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=2006462&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 29.74 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4887053&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 32.41 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6915031&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 33.64 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1664690&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 34.34 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6723254&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 34.35 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1053927&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 35.40 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=3438543&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 39.16 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1281751&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 52.88 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4082314&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/23774/rising-sun-kami-unbound?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com