# Spire's End: Hildegard ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2022 - **BGG Rating**: 7.5 - **BGG Rank**: #3387 - **Players**: 1-2 (Best with: 1) - **Duration**: 30-180 min - **Weight**: 1.73 / 5 - **Designers**: Greg Favro - **Artists**: Diego Frias - **Publishers**: Favro Ventures, LLC., Rosiness - **Categories**: Adventure, Card Game, Dice, Exploration, Fantasy, Fighting - **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Critical Hits and Failures, Dice Rolling, Die Icon Resolution, Move Through Deck, Narrative Choice / Paragraph, Push Your Luck, Re-rolling and Locking, Role Playing, Solo / Solitaire Game, Storytelling ## Verdict Love a solo or co-op adventure with an engaging story and amazing art? Hildegard is for you! It's easy to get into and pulls you right into the narrative.Captivating and immersive storyFantastic art on every cardSimple rules, low setupGreat solo and co-op experienceHigh language dependencyLuck can be a key factorNarrative can feel linearHIGHLY RECOMMENDED ## Description Say goodbye to the cold and dark! Spire's End: Hildegard transports you to a solo or cooperative adventure full of color and warmth, focusing on the story of the beloved Hildegard. Forget lengthy setup and complicated rules; here, the fun starts almost instantly with a deck of over 400 beautifully illustrated cards and some custom dice. The narrative unfolds card by card, presenting choices that shape your path, enemies to face, and items to collect. It's a card game with a strong RPG and adventure feel, where you'll roll dice, push your luck, and make crucial decisions. There's no Game Master, nor character sheets to fill out, making the experience fluid and immersive. Perfect for those who enjoy a good story, exploration, and a touch of luck, whether playing alone or with a friend. The art is a standout feature, and the gameplay, while easy to pick up, offers depth through your choices and the randomness of the dice. Get ready to dive into the world of Spire's End in a completely new and vibrant way! ## FAQ ### How many players is Spire's End: Hildegard for? It's designed for 1 to 2 players, making it a great option for solo gamers and pairs alike. ### How long does a game take to play? Game time can vary quite a bit, from 30 minutes up to 3 hours, depending on your pace and the story choices you make. ### Do I need to have played the first Spire's End to understand Hildegard? No! Hildegard is a standalone adventure. You can start with it without any issues, as her story is told from the beginning. ### Is the game very complicated to learn? Not at all! The rules are quite intuitive, and setup is minimal. The focus is more on the story and decisions than on complex rules. ### What are the main components of the game? You'll find a bunch of beautifully illustrated cards (over 400!) and some custom dice. It's very straightforward. ### Is it a game with a lot of reading? Yes, as the story unfolds through cards and choices, there's quite a bit of text to read. Proficiency in the language or using translations is essential. ### Who would you recommend Spire's End: Hildegard to? We recommend it for those who enjoy games with a strong narrative component, beautiful art, and who don't mind a bit of randomness. It's perfect for tabletop RPG fans looking for something quicker and solo/cooperative.