# Stronghold: Undead (Second Edition) – Kickstarter Edition

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2021
- **BGG Rating**: 7.6
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 90 min
- **Weight**: 3.82 / 5
- **Designers**: Ignacy Trzewiczek
- **Artists**: M81 Studio, Maciej Janik, Marcin Ściolny, Mariusz Gandzel, Mariusz Kornatka, Mateusz Kopacz, Maximov Krasen, Piotr Macha, Radosław Gruszewicz, Tomasz Jedruszek
- **Publishers**: Portal Games, Stronghold Games, Pegasus Spiele
- **Categories**: Fantasy, Fighting, Horror, Medieval
- **Mechanics**: Action Points, Area Majority / Influence, Point to Point Movement, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you enjoy a tense, thematic two-player showdown with a race against time and area control, Stronghold: Undead is for you! The pressure of having only 8 turns to attack or defend is the highlight.Intense tactical combatStrong, immersive themeRace against timeReplayability with unique powersStrictly two-playerCan be quite tenseHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Prepare for an epic siege in Stronghold: Undead! Here, you command an undead army led by a Necromancer whose powers are fading. His only chance to regain strength is to seize the stronghold holding a powerful artifact. The race against time is brutal: you have just eight turns for your hordes to breach the castle and secure the artifact. If they fail, the Necromancer and his army crumble to dust. If they succeed, victory is theirs, and the Necromancer's powers are restored! This standalone version is a re-release and rebalancing of the expansion for the second edition of Stronghold. It features a new board with fresh siege paths, undead-specific mechanics, and new ways for both sides to fight for supremacy. It's a tactical combat and area control game where every action point counts, and each side's unique powers define the strategy. The tension is palpable, as defeat means the end for the unholy army, and victory, salvation for the Necromancer. An intense and thematic experience for two players who enjoy a medieval challenge with hints of horror and fantasy.

## FAQ
### How many players can participate?
Stronghold: Undead is exclusively a two-player game.

### How long does a game typically last?
A game session lasts around 90 minutes, which is ideal for a tactical confrontation.

### What is the complexity level of the game?
With a BGG weight of 3.82, it's considered a medium-complexity game, requiring strategy and planning.

### Does the game involve luck?
Luck is present, but strategic management of action points, area control, and the use of unique player abilities are far more decisive.

### Do I need the original Stronghold game to play?
No, Stronghold: Undead (Second Edition) - Kickstarter Edition is a standalone game and can be played without the base game.

### Who is this game recommended for?
It's perfect for couples or friends who enjoy asymmetric combat games with a medieval/fantasy theme and a touch of horror, where tension and strategy are key.

### What are the main components?
The game includes a board, miniatures or pieces representing units, cards, and tokens for managing actions and resources.