Ekö

A game by Henri Kermarrec

2 - 4 Players 30 - 60 minutes Medium

Grid Movement, Modular Board

Abstract Strategy, Fantasy, Territory Building

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Description

In Ekö, a game of abstract strategy and territory building, 2 to 4 players compete to amass 12 victory points by constructing buildings and capturing Emperors. The game takes place on a modular board, where players move their pieces and build structures on a grid. Each turn consists of two phases: action and reinforcements. During the action phase, players can move, attack, or construct buildings, with the option to take an extra action by sacrificing pieces. The game requires strategic thinking and planning, as players must balance their actions and reinforcements to outmaneuver their opponents. With a playtime of 30 to 60 minutes, Ekö is a engaging and challenging game that's easy to learn for experienced board game players. The game's unique mechanics, such as the ability to attack enemy stacks with a single piece if you have a stack of four, add a layer of depth and complexity to the gameplay.