Nidavellir

Recruit a dwarf army by outbidding rivals with ever-growing coins

👥 2–5 players⏱ approx. 45 min🪄 A round to warm up10+
★ 7.3 · BGG #260

Who it's for

Groups of 3-4 who enjoy bluffing through bids and building toward a powerful finish. Quick enough for multiple rounds in one evening.

Not for you if…

Not for players who dislike bidding uncertainty or want a heavier strategic experience.

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Vibe's take

Competitive, escalating, snappy, clever

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About this game

Coin-bidding and card-drafting game set in Norse mythology. Recruit dwarves to your army by outbidding opponents with coins that grow in value throughout the game. A clever upgrade system turns your coins from spare change into bidding powerhouses.

Coin upgradingNorse mythologyFast playsDrafting

Occasions

Game night with friends

Moods

Tense & thrillingFast & energetic

By the numbers

Players

Best at 3 playersWorks with 2–5

Duration

45 min

Ages 10+

Complexity

2.1 / 5 — Light

BGG Rating

7.3/10

Rank #260

16k ratings

Published

2020

Designed by

Serge Laget

Published by

TLAMA games, Sugorokuya, Blackrock Games, Evrikus, Fantasmagoria, Galakta, Grok Games, Hachette Boardgames USA, Lautapelit.fi, Maldito Games, Mandoo Games, MIPL, Pegasus Spiele, Reflexshop, Studio Supernova, WoodCat, White Goblin Games, VR Distribution, GRRRE Games

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