Skirmish: Battle for Draconia
- Players: 2–4 players
- Play time: 30–45 min
- BGG rating: 6.7
About Skirmish: Battle for Draconia
Six factions. One legendary resource. Endless reasons to go to war. The realm of Draconia stands on the edge of transformation. Beneath its rivers, forests, deserts, and frozen peaks lies Draconium — a rare, mythical resource that, when forged into weapons or armor, grants unmatched power and strength. Kingdoms rise or fall by its presence, and now the last known veins of Draconium have been revealed. War is inevitable. Skirmish: Battle for Draconia is a fast-paced tactical card battle game where players command one of six distinct factions, each defined by culture, battlefield philosophy, and ruthless ambition. Every clash is a brutal test of timing, sacrifice, and strategy as rival forces collide to claim Draconium and shape the future of the realm. In Skirmish: Battle for Draconia, 2–4 players take command of rival factions from the war-torn realm of Draconia, each with a unique battle deck representing their faction’s strengths and strategies. Every round, players simultaneously choose three cards to play, revealing them together to determine the order of attacks and how clashes unfold on the battlefield. On your turn you must balance speed, strength, and tactics: use fast cards to strike first, powerful attacks to deal heavy damage, or cautious maneuvers to out think your opponent. Each card’s value and ability, from ambush and supply to command and poison, influences how damage is calculated and how your forces perform. Combat continues round after round as you and your rivals trade blows, target specific cards in play, and leverage faction skills to gain the upper hand. The goal is simple: reduce your opponent’s health to zero before they destroy yours. With its fast pace, simultaneous action selection, and deck-based tactical depth, Skirmish delivers the feel of a battlefield duel where every card choice matters and victory is earned through clever planning and smart sequencing of attacks. —description from the publisher
- Released
- 2026
- Designer
- Jeffrey CCH
- Age
- 14+
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How many players can play Skirmish: Battle for Draconia?
Skirmish: Battle for Draconia plays with 2–4 players.
How long does Skirmish: Battle for Draconia take to play?
A game of Skirmish: Battle for Draconia takes 30–45 min.
What age is Skirmish: Battle for Draconia for?
The recommended minimum age for Skirmish: Battle for Draconia is 14+.
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