# Wizard Promospel

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 6.5
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 3-5
- **Duration**: 45 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Ken Fisher
- **Artists**: Franz Vohwinkel
- **Publishers**: 999 Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Fantasy
- **Mechanics**: Betting and Bluffing, Hand Management, Predictive Bid, Trick-taking

## Verdict
If you like tricks, bluffing, and fast games, Wizard Promospel will please you with its simplicity and quick pace.Fast-pacedEasy to learn mechanicsGreat for small groupsCards only up to 11Reduced suit varietyRECOMMENDED

## Description
Wizard Promospel is the promotional edition of the classic Wizard game, trimmed down for quicker play. The deck contains 60 cards: the usual 52 (numbers 1‑11 in four suits) plus four Wizards that always win and four Jesters that always lose. At the start of each round, players place bids predicting how many tricks they will take, using Betting and Bluffing and Predictive Bid mechanics. Cards are then dealt and, in each trick, everyone plays a card; the highest card of the led suit or a Wizard takes the trick, while a Jester can never win. Success hinges on Hand Management – deciding when to sacrifice low cards, when to unleash a Wizard, or when to hold a Jester to avoid penalties. A typical game lasts about 45 minutes, supports 3‑5 players, and features straightforward rules that suit both quick sessions and those who enjoy a bit of strategic depth. The fantasy theme, with wizards, jesters, and a magical‑looking deck, adds flavor, but the real fun comes from bidding decisions and reading opponents. No extra components are required; just the cards and a notepad for bids. If you’ve played the standard Wizard, the core mechanics will feel familiar, while the reduced card values (up to 11) make the game even snappier – perfect for short gatherings or introducing newcomers to trick‑taking and bluffing.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
3 to 5 players.

### How long does a game take?
About 45 minutes.

### What is the complexity level?
Low to medium – simple rules but strategic bidding.

### What components are included?
A 60‑card deck (52 regular, 4 Wizards, 4 Jesters) and a score pad for bids.

### Is it suitable for people who have never played Wizard?
Yes, the promotional version is shorter and easier to learn.