Raverun (2013)

About this game

Gain absolute power! In Raverun, the players control the rulers who are fighting battles to take over the land of Raverun. In order to win, each ruler must hire mercenaries whose loyalty is always doubtful. During countless battles, they will change their master in order to get the most profits. Will the rulers manage to keep the strongest mercenaries on their sides? Which ruler will defeat his enemies and unite the split land of Raverun? Find out whether fate is on your side! In the game, the players play red and green mercenary cards, and the cards with the highest value stay on the battlefield, while those defeated return to one's castle. Each mercenary has a special ability that can change the outcome of the battle. The goal of the game is to have the strongest mercenary in your army.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 2 to 3.
• Rules load. At 1.8/5 this is a light game — explain it in a few minutes, good for a table that has not played much.
• Age. The publisher suggests 8 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.