Rurik: Stone & Blade

PieceKeeper Games, Banana Games, Giant Roc · Board game · 2021
8.5 Ludopedia 8.1 BGG 1–4 · best 3 Solo 70–140 min Weight 3.1/5
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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you enjoyed Rurik: Dawn of Kiev, this expansion is a worthwhile upgrade! It adds more variety and strategic options without overcomplicating things.

Highlights
  • More strategic variety
  • Customizable modular content
  • Expands the base game
  • Focused additional rules
Keep in mind
  • Requires the base game
  • Can increase complexity
  • More conflict options
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Hey everyone! Ready for another round of Rurik? This time, the Rurik: Stone & Blade expansion arrives to stir things up and test who the true heir to the throne of Kievan Rus is. If you enjoyed the base game, you already know things are serious here: power struggles, empire building, and of course, that touch of "take that" to spice things up among rival siblings.

This expansion brings core content that's worth integrating right away, adding more variety without overcomplicating the rules. Think of it as an upgrade for your Rurik, making everything more engaging. Plus, there are three modules you can add however you like, like a buffet of new mechanics. Want to build epic structures to leave your name in history? There's Module A. Prefer to go to war, capturing enemies and demanding ransom? Module B calls you. Or perhaps you want to deal with rebellious factions unhappy with your reign? Module C is for you.

With Rurik: Stone & Blade, the idea is to offer more options and depth for existing fans. The gameplay remains focused on area control, movement, and auctions, but with these new layers, each game can feel quite different. It's an expansion that truly broadens the possibilities, allowing you to customize the experience according to your playstyle. If you enjoy games with a touch of conflict and medieval strategy, this expansion is a feast for those who want more from the original game.

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Rules manual — Rurik: Stone & Blade English · PDF
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Cities: Kyiv (Ukraine) Country: Ukraine Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Series: Madison Game Design Cabal
Publisher PieceKeeper Games, Banana Games, Giant Roc, Lotus Frog Games, Ігромаг
Designer Stan Kordonskiy
Artist Yaroslav Radetskyi

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Do I need to play Rurik: Dawn of Kiev to use this expansion?
Yes! Rurik: Stone & Blade is an expansion and requires the base game Rurik: Dawn of Kiev to play.
How long does it take to play with the expansion?
The base game playtime is 70-140 minutes. The expansion adds content, but the total time can vary depending on the modules chosen and player experience. Expect something in the same range or slightly longer.
Does the expansion make the game much more complicated?
The core content is designed to add variety with little additional complexity. The modules can increase complexity, but you can choose which ones to use, allowing control over the learning curve.
How many players can play with the expansion?
Just like the base game, Rurik: Stone & Blade is for 1 to 4 players.
What are the main new elements the expansion brings?
The expansion introduces core content for more variety and three optional modules focused on building epic structures, warfare with troop capture, and combating rebel factions.
Is it recommended to use the core content in all games?
Yes, the developers recommend integrating the core content into all future games to maximize gameplay variety.