Warrior Knights

Games Workshop Ltd. · Board game · 1985

7.0 Ludopedia 6.6 BGG 2–6 · best 4 180 min Weight 3.2/5

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7.0 rating Ludopedia

6.6 rating BGG

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FOR GENRE FANS

If you enjoy strategy games with lots of negotiation, politics, and medieval combat, Warrior Knights might be your new obsession! Get ready for treacherous alliances and epic battles.

Highlights

Political intrigue and voting
Combat and area control
Strategic resource management
High replayability and interaction

Keep in mind

Can be long and complex
Requires significant interaction and negotiation
Considerable language dependency

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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Warrior Knights, the kingdom is in turmoil and the throne is vacant! Who will be the next to rule? You step into the shoes of an ambitious baron, ready to deploy your armies and loyal nobles to conquer cities and gain influence. The goal is straightforward: control more than half of the un-razed cities to claim the crown. But it's not just about brute force. The Assembly is where the real political games unfold: players vote on titles, appointments, and concessions that can boost your income or grant you more troops. Alliances form and break faster than internet trends, and betrayal is part of the game. Each turn is a strategic dance of movement, combat, negotiation, and, of course, plenty of voting. You'll need to manage your resources to fund armies and improvements, all while trying to anticipate your rivals' moves and the Assembly's decisions. This is a game that demands planning, diplomacy, and a healthy dose of daring to navigate the medieval intrigue and battles. Get ready for a strategic feast with a dash of chaos and politics!

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Best player count

BGG community vote

2–6 players

2 OK

3 REC

4 BEST

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6 BEST

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Game details

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Publisher Games Workshop Ltd.

Designer Derek Carver

Artist Angus McBride, Christos Achilleos, Duncan Wilson, Philip Chidlow

Community

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1,337owners

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35want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions

What is the average playtime for Warrior Knights?

Warrior Knights games are known for being long, typically lasting around 3 hours, especially with the maximum number of players.

How many players can participate?

The game is for 2 to 6 players, but it truly shines with a larger group, where negotiation and politics become more intense.

Is Warrior Knights a difficult game to learn?

It has moderate to high complexity (BGG weight 3.22). The basic rules are understandable, but mastering the strategies of voting, negotiation, and combat takes time and experience.

Do I need to know English to play?

Yes, the game has considerable language dependency, especially on the Assembly cards and some text. A full translation is highly recommended to play comfortably.

Who would you recommend Warrior Knights to?

It's ideal for players who enjoy strategy games with a lot of social interaction, politics, negotiation, and a touch of combat. If you like games that simulate intrigue and power struggles, you'll love it.

What are the main components of the game?

The game includes a board representing the kingdom, army miniatures, Assembly cards, influence and resource markers, as well as dice for combat resolution.

Is there a lot of randomness in the game?

There is some randomness with the drawing of Assembly cards and dice rolls in combat, but strategy and negotiation are the game's pillars, minimizing the impact of luck.