Spellcrafter

MaliModi Game Labs · Board game · 2025
Ludopedia 6.5 BGG 2–5 15–30 min Weight 1.5/5
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

For word game lovers who want a dash of magic, Spellcrafter is a fun and quick choice.

Highlights
  • Word-building with a magical theme
  • Simple and engaging mechanics
  • Strategic bonuses for long words
Keep in mind
  • May be too simple for experienced players
  • Relies on vocabulary knowledge
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Let the fire burn and the cauldron bubble! In Spellcrafter, you use familiars and other forms of sorcery to craft 'spells' in a word-building game for 2 to 5 players. Draft cards from a shared pool and use the collected letters and special powers to form the most valuable word. Prove you're the strongest spellcrafter over four rounds to be named High Priest or Priestess of the coven! Each letter card has a suit (Familiars, Sigils, Cauldrons, and Moons) and a numeric value (similar to Scrabble). Bonuses are awarded for long words, words in the same suit, or both! Special cards allow you to change the suit of letters, duplicate letters, or add a wildcard letter.

Rules videos

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Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 OK
3 OK
4 OK
5 OK

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Categories

Families

Admin: Upcoming Releases Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Theme: Witches
Publisher MaliModi Game Labs
Designer Todd Bayless

Community

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20owners
15wishlist
1want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

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5 questions
How many players can participate?
From 2 to 5 players.
What is the average duration of a game?
Between 15 and 30 minutes.
Is the game complex?
No, it's considered light, with a weight of 1.5/5 on BGG.
What are the main components?
Letter cards with different suits and values, plus special cards.
Who is it recommended for?
For word game fans and those who enjoy simple and quick mechanics.

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