Summoner Wars: Jungle Elves Faction Deck

Plaid Hat Games, Cube Factory of Ideas, Galápagos Jogos · Board game · 2011
2–4 · best 2 30 min Weight 2.7/5
7.9 rating Ludopedia
8.0 rating BGG
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7.9 rating Ludopedia
8.0 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy Summoner Wars and want a faction with a wild and tactical flair, the Jungle Elves are a great pick! They bring a stealthy playstyle and quick attacks that can surprise your opponents.

Highlights
  • Agile jungle tactics
  • Units with quick strikes
  • Engaging tribal theme
  • Strong lore Summoner
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • Card translation needed
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready to enter the jungle with the Jungle Elves in Summoner Wars! This faction brings a tribal and wild feel to the battlefield, with units that move stealthily and strike with lethal precision. Imagine archers hidden in the trees, trained lions carrying warriors, and even nature itself turning against the enemies. The Summoner of this faction, Abua Shi, is driven by vengeance and dark secrets, adding an extra layer of drama to their journey.

The Jungle Elves deck comes with everything you need to summon this tribe: the Summoner Abua Shi, three powerful Champions (Miti Mumway, Makeinda Ru, and Shikwa), common units like Lionesses and Archers, along with "Chant" event cards that bring tactical effects, and Wall cards for defense. It's an expansion that changes the pace of the game, focusing on agile tactics and surprise attacks. If you enjoy a more stealthy playstyle, with units that benefit from positioning and quick strikes, this faction is for you. Dice rolling still dictates the success of attacks, but managing your cards and grid movement are crucial to maximizing the Jungle Elves' potential. It's another piece to expand the Summoner Wars universe, bringing new strategies and challenges for two to four players in quick 30-minute matches.

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Best player count

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2–4 players
2 BEST
3 OK
4 REC

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Creatures: Fairies / Elves / Pixies Game: Summoner Wars
Publisher Plaid Hat Games, Cube Factory of Ideas, Galápagos Jogos, MINDOK, Raven Distribution, Wargames Club Publishing
Designer Colby Dauch
Artist Gary Simpson

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Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions
Do I need the base Summoner Wars game to play with the Jungle Elves?
Yes! This is a faction deck, meaning it's an expansion that adds a new faction to the base Summoner Wars game. You need the base game to use these cards.
How many players can participate with this expansion?
Summoner Wars is primarily a 2-player game, but with some faction combinations and optional rules, it can be played with up to 4 players. This deck adds one faction for 2-player matches.
Is the complexity of the Jungle Elves high?
The overall complexity of Summoner Wars is considered moderate (around 2.66/5 on BGG). The Jungle Elves introduce tactics that require good positioning and planning, but they don't significantly deviate from that learning curve.
How long does a game session last?
Summoner Wars games are known for being quick, typically lasting around 30 minutes, which holds true for this expansion.
Do the cards come in English?
This deck is originally in English. Depending on the edition and region, it might have come with translated cards or require the use of a translation sheet.
What types of units are included in this deck?
The Jungle Elves deck includes the Summoner Abua Shi, three Champions (Miti Mumway, Makeinda Ru, Shikwa), common units like Lionesses and Archers, as well as event cards and Wall cards.