Dragon Noir 1: L'Exil (1990)

About this game

The first episode in the Dragon Noir series is a French adaptation of the game Dark Blades with some new maps and counters. The scenarios tell the tale of how the rebels escape their world and enter the fantasy world of ArKo Iriss. It uses the same system as Cry Havoc for personal man to man combat in a fantasy world. Part of the Cry Havoc series.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 2 to 7.
• Rules load. At 2.5/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 12 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.