KAITŌ (2019)

About this game

Two samurai play their favorite game, with the goal of removing the opponent's weapons. With the help of Kaitō the master thief, they mutually capture each other's helmets and swords and the valuable crests of their clan. With these items, you can buy back lost weapons, but your fate will depend on how well you use the master thief... KAITÅŒ is a two-player strategy game in which players take turns moving the single pawn to capture tiles from the opponent. At which point of in the playing area the pillar changes hands is of crucial importance. —description from the publisher

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.0/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 8 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.