# Solacia: The Wizard of Doom – A Solitaire Fantasy Game

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 8.1
- **BGG Rank**: #16974
- **Players**: 1 (Best with: 1)
- **Duration**: 15-120 min
- **Weight**: 1.67 / 5
- **Designers**: Mike Lambo
- **Artists**: Matias Cazorla, Mike Lambo, Paco Arenas
- **Publishers**: (Self-Published), Draco Ideas
- **Categories**: Adventure, Book, Fantasy
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Events, Hexagon Grid, Line of Sight, Multiple Maps, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Solo / Solitaire Game, Variable Set-up

## Verdict
If you love solo adventures packed with strategy, Solacia is your next challenge.Tactical combatEngaging narrativeHigh replayabilityResource controlVaried challengesVariable playtimeLanguage requirementModerate complexityDice dependenceHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Solacia: The Wizard of Doom places you in command of a party of heroes—a warrior, a thief, an elf, and a mage—who must confront the dreaded Wizard of Doom. The setting unfolds over a campaign of five missions, each chosen randomly to keep the experience fresh and unpredictable. You navigate hexagonal maps, moving your units, attacking monsters, casting spells, and interacting with chests and shrines. Combat requires careful line‑of‑sight and positioning, while dice rolls determine the success of attacks and spells. Among the creatures you’ll face are giant spiders, hornets, skeletons, ghosts, ice ogres, and, of course, dragons. The game tests your resource management, route planning between multiple maps, and survival in challenging scenarios. Though a solo game, its engaging narrative and mission variety ensure each adventure is unique, with choices that can alter the story’s course. If you enjoy strategic adventures, combat challenges, and high replayability, Solacia delivers an immersive experience that blends epic fantasy with solid board‑game mechanics.

## FAQ
### How long does a game take?
It ranges from 15 to 120 minutes, depending on the campaign chosen and decisions made.

### Is the game only for one player?
Yes, it is designed exclusively for solo play.

### Do I need any additional materials?
The game comes with all pieces, dice, and the rulebook. A pencil may help for notes.

### What is the complexity level?
Moderate; it requires attention to hex and line‑of‑sight rules but is not overly complicated.

### Does the game work in other languages?
The rulebook is only available in Portuguese, so language knowledge is required to play.

### Are there expansions or future updates?
No expansions yet, but creators have announced plans for new campaigns.