Wizards of the Grimoire

Grimoire Games · Board game · 2022
7.3 Ludopedia 7.4 BGG 2 · best 2 20–40 min Weight 2.1/5
Buy · from US$ 23.14
7.3 rating Ludopedia
7.4 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy fast-paced, magic-filled duels with a strategic twist on drafting and resource management, Wizards of the Grimoire is a sure bet! It's a direct confrontation where every spell choice counts.

Highlights
  • Intense magical duel
  • Addictive spell drafting
  • Strategy and synergy
  • Quick and dynamic matches
Keep in mind
  • Player elimination can frustrate
  • High language dependency
  • Can feel a bit repetitive
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Wizards of the Grimoire, you and a rival face off to prove who is worthy of succeeding Archmage Andor as the next Keeper of the Grimoire. The contest is fierce, and all you have are your magical gifts, your mastery of the grimoire, and a handful of carefully chosen spells. Every move is crucial: the spells you select can turn the tide, manipulate time, or deal massive damage, but only if you can combine their effects and wisely manage your mana.

This is a two-player strategy card game where the goal is to defeat your opponent. Each round, you choose a new spell from an open selection, adding it to your repertoire. Be sharp, as your rival might snatch the spell you desperately wanted! The key is to constantly update your spell set to optimize your strategies and counter your opponent's tactics. You can cast as many spells as you like per turn, provided you have enough mana and they are not on cooldown. More powerful spells have a greater impact but cost more mana and have longer cooldowns. Finding synergistic combinations and casting them at the right moment is essential to boost your damage or thwart your opponent. The first wizard to deplete their opponent's life points becomes the new Keeper of the Grimoire. Prepare for an intense and strategic magical battle!

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Best player count

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Duel · 2 players
2 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Digital Implementations: TableTop Simulator Mod (TTS) Misc: LongPack Games Players: Two-Player Only Games Theme: Wizards
Publisher Grimoire Games
Designer Cole Banning, Joe Banning
Artist Anderton Oliveira, Gabriel Lopes, João Vagner, Luciano Javier Carreira, Pedro Krüger, Raqsonu Duhu

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1,235owners
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80want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players can play Wizards of the Grimoire?
This game is designed exclusively for two players.
How long does a game take?
Games are quite fast, typically lasting between 20 to 40 minutes.
Is the game very complicated to learn?
It has moderate complexity, with a BGG weight of 2.1071. The basic rules are simple, but mastering the strategies takes time.
Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the game has high language dependency, with most information on the cards being in English. A translation is essential.
What happens if I get eliminated?
If a player is eliminated, they are out of the game, and the other player wins automatically. It's a game with player elimination.
What is the main objective of the game?
To defeat your opponent by reducing their life points to zero, becoming the next Keeper of the Grimoire.
Are there any expansions for the game?
As of now, there is no information about official expansions.

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