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Samurai & Katana (1999)

3–6 players · 120 min · age 12+ · ★ 6.0 on BGG

Players
3–6
Play time
120 min
Age
12+
Complexity
Medium
BGG rating
6.0/10

Best for 3–6 players aged 12+ who like economic games — medium complexity, plays in 120 min.

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About Samurai & Katana

In the XVIth century, during a Japanese civil war, you are a Daïmyo (samourai clan chief) and are attempting to end the civil war by becoming Shogun. Only an honourable Daïmyo can hope to obtain that title. You will organise spectacles, marriages, build castles, trade with China, obtain the loyalty of minor clans, raze sectarian monasteries, call on demons, ronins and even the infamous ninjas during battle. You will try to dishonour and weaken your adversaries, but …

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Mechanics: Campaign / Battle Card Driven · Designer: Pascal Bernard

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Samurai & Katana FAQ

How many players is Samurai & Katana?
Samurai & Katana plays with 3–6 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Samurai & Katana take to play?
A game of Samurai & Katana takes 120 min, at medium complexity (2.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Samurai & Katana any good?
Samurai & Katana rates 6.0/10 from 274 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a economic / medieval game built around campaign / battle card driven.