Battles of Westeros
Command Stark or Lannister armies in tactical duels on the battlefields of Westeros.
Who it's for
Fans of Westeros who also enjoy tactical wargames, and a partner who relishes a long, thoughtful duel. Strictly two players.
Not for you if…
You want something short, simple or for a bigger group. Setup is substantial and the rules take a proper learning session.
Vibe's take
Tactical and tense, with a rhythm of issuing orders, positioning units and waiting for the dice. Grand when your plan works, painful when a key card doesn't show.
About this game
Two players recreate the battlefields of George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire, with miniatures on a hex board. One of you commands House Stark, the other House Lannister, and you play out scenarios from the books or design your own. Command cards decide which units can act each turn, so you plan your orders, hope the right cards show up and react when the enemy surprises you. Dice resolve fights and each unit has its own strengths. It is a medium-heavy tactical wargame with a strong theme and a lot of tension, best for two fans or friends who like a long, tactical duel.
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Mechanics
Categories
By the numbers
Players
Duration
60–120 min
Ages 14+
Complexity
3.2 / 5 — MediumBGG Rating
6.4/10
Rank #1,544
3.1k ratings
Published
2010
Language
Heavy text
Designed by
Robert A. Kouba
Published by
Fantasy Flight Games, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Stupor Mundi and 1 more
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