The Phantom Society
Asterion Press, Funforge, IELLO · Board game · 2013
2–4 · best 4
20 min
Weight 1.5/5
1.0
rating
Ludopedia
5.8
rating
BGG
1.0
rating
Ludopedia
5.8
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you enjoy a quick deduction game where everyone has fun trying to outsmart each other, The Phantom Society is a great pick! It's a duel of wits with simple rules.
Highlights
- Tense and fun deduction
- Fast and dynamic games
- Unique 'shared damage' concept
- Great for 2 or 4 players
Keep in mind
- Rules can be confusing at first
- Light theme, focus on mechanics
- Less strategic with 3 players
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready for a ghostly hunt in Scotland with The Phantom Society! In this game, you can play as a mischievous ghost trying to wreak havoc in a manor or as a determined ectoplasm hunter aiming to capture these apparitions. The goal is straightforward: ghosts need to cause £45,000 in damage, while hunters try to stop them before they succeed.
The board is a map of a manor divided into 36 rooms, each with a monetary value representing potential damage. Ghosts hide beneath rooms corresponding to their type and begin destroying adjacent rooms to increase the damage. The twist? The hunters themselves, while trying to figure out where the spirits are, also end up destroying rooms and contributing to the total damage! It's a game of cat and mouse where deduction is key.
Hunters must think strategically about which rooms to remove to identify hiding spots, while ghosts use cunning and psychology to mislead their pursuers. It's a race against time and logic, where every move can lead to capture or the manor's ruin. With quick games and plenty of tension, The Phantom Society is ideal for those who enjoy deduction games with a strategic edge and a fun, slightly spooky theme. Can you unravel the manor's mysteries before it's too late?
The board is a map of a manor divided into 36 rooms, each with a monetary value representing potential damage. Ghosts hide beneath rooms corresponding to their type and begin destroying adjacent rooms to increase the damage. The twist? The hunters themselves, while trying to figure out where the spirits are, also end up destroying rooms and contributing to the total damage! It's a game of cat and mouse where deduction is key.
Hunters must think strategically about which rooms to remove to identify hiding spots, while ghosts use cunning and psychology to mislead their pursuers. It's a race against time and logic, where every move can lead to capture or the manor's ruin. With quick games and plenty of tension, The Phantom Society is ideal for those who enjoy deduction games with a strategic edge and a fun, slightly spooky theme. Can you unravel the manor's mysteries before it's too late?
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2
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3
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4
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Asterion Press, Funforge, IELLO
Designer
Frédéric Colombier, Hervé Marly
Artist
Vincent Dutrait, Xavier Gueniffey Durin
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What is the average playtime for The Phantom Society?
Games are quite fast, usually lasting between 20 and 30 minutes, depending on the players' familiarity with the rules.
How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players. It works very well with 2 players (one-on-one) and with 4 players (two teams).
Is it a difficult game to learn?
The basic rules are simple, but the strategy and deduction might take a few plays to master. It's considered a light to medium-weight game.
Is the ghost theme scary?
No, the theme is more lighthearted and fun, with a touch of mystery and humor. It's not a horror game.
Does it require a lot of creativity to play?
Creativity helps more with bluffing and psychology, especially for the ghosts. For the hunters, the focus is more on logic and deduction.
Is it a good game for board game beginners?
Yes, due to its speed and accessible rules, it's a good entry point for those starting to explore deduction and abstract strategy games.
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