Duel Master 2

Blood Valley

A game by Jamie Thomson

1 - 2 Players 20 minutes Low

Dice Rolling, Paper-and-Pencil, Role Playing, Secret Unit Deployment, Variable Player Powers

Fantasy, Fighting

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Duel Master 2: Blood Valley is a thrilling board game designed by Jamie Thomson, first published in 1986. This game is perfect for 1 to 2 players looking for a quick yet exciting adventure, with each playthrough lasting around 20 minutes. The rules are easy to learn, making it accessible to new players, but the gameplay is engaging enough to keep experienced gamers on their toes. In Blood Valley, one player takes on the role of the evil Archveult, a powerful demon-like being, while the other player becomes the quarry, a prisoner set loose in the valley with only a few hours to escape. The quarry player has the option to choose from three unique characters: the Priest, the Barbarian, or the Thief, each with their own strengths and abilities. As the quarry, they must navigate the treacherous landscape, avoiding the Archveult's minions, including the Hell Hounds, the Demiveult, Ka-riim the Hashishin, and Kritos Bloodheart, the Captain of the Guard. With game mechanics like dice rolling, secret unit deployment, and variable player powers, the gameplay is full of surprises and challenges. The combination of role-playing, fantasy, and fighting elements creates a captivating experience, making Duel Master 2: Blood Valley a must-try for fans of competitive board games.