# Última Fortaleza ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2014 - **BGG Rating**: 6.7 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 1-6 (Best with: 3) - **Duration**: 120 min - **Weight**: 4.00 / 5 - **Designers**: Fabiano Saccol - **Publishers**: Kalango Analógico - **Categories**: Fantasy - **Mechanics**: Area Movement, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Hand Management, Simultaneous Action Selection, Variable Player Powers, Worker Placement ## Verdict If you enjoy playing the villain and facing a cooperative challenge with a competitive twist, "The Last Fortress" might be your jam! It's a grand game with plenty of strategy.Epic defense against heroesVillains with unique powersCo-op-competitive mixSubstantial componentsComplexity can be dauntingHigh language dependencyShared victory is rareFOR GENRE FANS ## Description Hey gamers! Ready to defend the last fortress against hordes of heroes? In "The Last Fortress", you're not the good guy, you're the villain! Take on the role of one of three leaders of monstrous races – an ancient Dragon, an Immortal commanding the undead, or a goblin/orc clan leader – and protect your home from extinction. This game is a crazy mix of cooperative and competitive play, where all players work together to prevent the fortress from falling, but in the end, only one villain will emerge as the ultimate master. Each race has its own unique mechanics and a distinct tech tree, ensuring tons of different combinations and playstyles. You'll need to carefully plan your actions each season: build defenses, recruit bizarre troops, buy power cards, and of course, move your units to confront the relentless heroes. The goal is clear: don't let the fortress be destroyed. If it falls, everyone loses. If you survive, the player with the most Power at the end is the winner. It's a game with a lot going on, hundreds of components, and a rich universe created by Fabiano Saccol. Perfect for those who enjoy a strategic challenge with a touch of intrigue and bluffing, and aren't afraid to play the villain. Get ready for an epic showdown where your race's survival is at stake! ## FAQ ### How many players and how long does it take? The game is for 1 to 6 players and each session takes about 120 minutes. It's a game that requires a good chunk of time! ### Is it a cooperative or competitive game? It's a mix! You collaborate to defend the fortress, but in the end, only one player (the villain with the most Power) wins if the fortress doesn't fall. ### Is the game very difficult? It has a weight of 4 out of 5 on BGG, indicating it's a complex and strategic game. The difficulty can be adjusted, but expect a good challenge. ### Do I need to know English to play? Yes, Ludopedia indicates 'Extensive Language Dependency,' meaning a near-complete translation is needed to play comfortably. ### Is this game for beginners? Considering the complexity, playtime, and language dependency, it's not ideal for newcomers. It's better suited for experienced players. ### What are the main themes of the game? The main theme is dark fantasy, where you play as monsters and creatures defending your territory against heroes. ### What does 'Variable Player Powers' mean? It means that each villain you can choose has different abilities and mechanics, making each game unique and offering asymmetric playstyles.