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Ludopedia
7.5
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BGG
Our Verdict
If you enjoy tactical card duels with an awesome fantasy theme, Summoner Wars: Master Set is for you! It's a game that delivers tons of replayability and strategic decisions every turn.
Highlights
- Engaging tactical duels
- Asymmetric player powers
- High replayability
- Satisfying card combos
- Easy to learn, hard to master
Keep in mind
- Some dice luck involved
- Learning curve for new factions
- Can be punishing for mistakes
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Get ready for epic battles in Summoner Wars: Master Set, a super dynamic action-packed card game for 2 to 4 players! Here, you take on the role of a Summoner, a powerful being who harnesses the energy of Summoning Stones to lead your faction to victory on the war-torn planet of Itharia. As a Summoner, you're not just a mage, but also a general, combining devastating spells with clever military tactics to annihilate the enemy Summoner. You'll freeze opponents, drain their power, and even rain fire from the heavens, but the main trick is to summon hordes of warriors to the battlefield, where the struggle for supremacy never ends. The Master Set is a full package, bringing six complete and totally different factions for you to choose from. Want to conceal your plans in swirling darkness with the Shadow Elves? Or perhaps confound your foe and turn their own troops against them with the Benders? How about commanding the Vargath, the goatfolk who call lightning, or delighting in the malicious trickery of the Sand Goblins? If you prefer, muster the Deep Dwarves and control geomancy, or lead the ferocious Swamp Orcs to war, snaring your enemies in vines and hacking them down! Strategy is key when building and using your deck, while tactics define the effectiveness of your cards in the heat of battle. Erect stone walls to protect yourself and use them as magic portals to summon more warriors. Send your forces in a surging wave against your enemy, and cast spells to bolster your allies and cut down those who oppose you. The only way to win is to eliminate the opposing Summoner. It's a game that puts you right in the action, with strategic decisions every turn and plenty of excitement!
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Summoner Wars Master Set Card Game
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Summoner wars Master set - Quick unboxing (Eaten by zombies as well!)
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Summoner Wars Master Set: Shadow Elf Faction Tactical Analysis Part 1
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Dad's Gaming Addiction - Summoner Wars: Master Set (Episode 83)
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Summoner Wars - Refresher on How to Play // Cosmic Tavern
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Advanced Concepts: Summoner Wars - Tacullu
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Advanced Concepts: Summoner Wars - Tundle
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Advanced Concepts: Summoner Wars - Krusk
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Advanced Concepts: Summoner Wars - Mugglug (Part 1)
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Advanced Concepts: Summoner Wars - Mugglug (Part 2)
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Advanced Concepts: Summoner Wars - Selundar
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Advanced Concepts: Summoner Wars - Sunderved
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Categories
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Publisher
Plaid Hat Games, Cube Factory of Ideas, Filosofia Éditions, Galápagos Jogos, MINDOK, Raven Distribution
Designer
Colby Dauch
Artist
Gary Simpson, JJ Ariosa
How many players can play Summoner Wars: Master Set?
The Master Set is ideal for 2 players, but also offers modes for 3 or 4 participants, especially with the addition of expansions or by using the base set factions for team duels.
What is the average game length?
A game typically lasts between 30 and 60 minutes. It's a fast-paced game, perfect for those looking for a tactical experience without it dragging on too long.
Is it a complex game for beginners?
Summoner Wars has a medium complexity (BGG weight of 2.5156). The basic rules are easy to grasp, but mastering the strategies of each faction and card combos takes time and practice. It's easy to learn, but hard to master!
What's included in the Master Set box?
The Master Set comes with six complete factions, each with its unique Summoner, units, and event cards, plus a game board, dice, and tokens. It's a robust package to start playing.
Do I need expansions for a good experience?
No! The Master Set is already a complete game and offers enormous variety with its six distinct factions. Expansions only add more options and strategies, but are not essential for initial enjoyment.
What is the main focus of the gameplay?
The focus is tactical combat between factions on a grid board, using cards to summon units, cast spells, and maneuver your forces. Victory comes from defeating the enemy Summoner.