# Wards of Stonefall

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 8.0
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-6
- **Duration**: 30-60 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: McKay Anderson
- **Artists**: Eden Sanders
- **Publishers**: Backfire Game Studio
- **Categories**: Dice, Fantasy, Print & Play, Puzzle
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Narrative Choice / Paragraph, Open Drafting

## Verdict
If you love epic tales and fast decisions, Wards of Stonefall gives you that in a paper‑and‑dice package.Engaging narrativeSimple mechanicsSolo‑and‑group friendlyPrint‑requiredLearning curveRECOMMENDED

## Description
Wards of Stonefall lands as a competitive, print‑and‑play campaign game that you run with paper, pen and a handful of d6 dice. The premise is straightforward: defend six sacred stones from creatures called Whims while the story unfolds across five planned chapters. Each chapter supplies three maps – one per act – that become progressively more intricate, adding deeper rules and story beats. On your turn you roll a pool of dice, draft which ones to use for placing Guardians in the stone sanctums, then use the leftovers to determine which type of Whim will appear. A final die decides which sanctum each Whim attacks, creating tension each round. The goal of the first act is survival and stone preservation; later chapters promise mechanical twists but keep the same feel of branching narrative and strategic choices.

The real charm lies in the blend of dice rolling, narrative choice, and open drafting, all wrapped in a roll‑and‑write format that fits any table or even a tablet screen. Since everything is a PDF, you simply print or open it on a device and start playing. The game supports 1‑6 players, making it great for solo sessions or a group of friends. A typical game runs 30‑60 minutes, perfect for those who enjoy a quick yet story‑rich experience. If you love fantasy games that mix light strategy, interactive storytelling, and the satisfaction of marking your own paper, Wards of Stonefall might become your next obsession.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
1 to 6 players; it works well solo or with a group.

### How long does a game take?
Typically 30–60 minutes, depending on player count and rule familiarity.

### What components do I need?
A printer, paper (or a tablet), a pen, and a few six‑sided dice.

### Can I play without printing?
Yes, the PDF files can be used on digital devices with note‑taking apps.

### Are there planned expansions?
The first chapter is part of a five‑chapter campaign that is still being developed.