# とらかるきつね (Torakaru Kitsune)

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: —
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-4
- **Duration**: 10-20 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Ogawa Masahiro (小川 昌洋), あんちっく (Antic)
- **Publishers**: Galaxy Plan Inc.
- **Categories**: Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Trick-taking

## Verdict
If you love fast card games with deep deduction strategy, Torakaru Kitsune will thrill you.Deduction StrategyHand‑Management MechanicsUnique Card EffectsFast and FunAnimal CompetitionRequires Japanese cards or translated spreadsheetModerate Language DependencySmall player countRECOMMENDED

## Description
Torakaru Kitsune is the 2023 re‑release of the classic "Fox Borrows a Trick" by Ginga Kikaku. The game puts you in the shoes of a forest animal vying for the tastiest fruits, but it’s not just luck – deduction strategy and card management are key. Each player starts with a hand of animal cards, each with a number indicating its strength and a special effect that can only be used when the card is revealed. The game runs in counting cycles: everyone counts numbers from one, and when your card’s number is called you reveal it. If your animal is the strongest in the round, it claims the fruit with the lowest point value on the field. As the game progresses, fruit points increase, so the pressure to win rises – but that also opens the door for comebacks if you can read your opponents’ hands. The pace is quick, with 10‑20 minute games that demand constant focus and a keen eye for combos. The special effects – from mind‑control to brute force or stealth – add tactical layers, making each card reveal an exciting play. While the card text is in Japanese, the game can be played with a translated spreadsheet or Portuguese cards, making it accessible to non‑Japanese speakers. In short, Torakaru Kitsune is a quick‑play card game that blends trick‑taking excitement with deep hand‑management, ideal for fans of fast, strategic challenges in a forest animal setting.

## FAQ
### How many players can play Torakaru Kitsune?
The game supports 2 to 4 players, making it great for small groups of friends.

### What is the average playtime?
Each game lasts between 10 and 20 minutes, ideal for quick sessions or as a break activity.

### What is the recommended age?
Recommended for ages 12 and up, as it involves card reading and deduction strategy.

### Do I need to understand Japanese to play?
Not necessarily. You can use a translated spreadsheet or Portuguese cards to ease comprehension.

### How many cards are in the deck?
The deck contains animal cards, each with a strength number and a special effect, totaling around 40 cards.

### Is there a key strategy to win?
Yes! Reading opponents' cards, remembering used effects, and timing your reveal are essential to capture the fruits.

### What is the game's complexity level?
The game has medium complexity, blending simple trick‑taking mechanics with strategic hand‑management decisions.