
Dragon and the Hermit Kingdom
The Second Korean War
A board game by Eric R. Harvey
2 2
60-120 minutes Medium
Simulation, Hexagon Grid
Wargame, Modern Warfare
View onBoardGameGeek
Friends and Communities with Dragon and the Hermit Kingdom
Description
Imagine two commanders locked in a tense showdown across a sprawling hex‑grid battlefield, each trying to outwit the other in a gritty, modern‑war wargame that feels like a living simulation. In Dragon and the Hermit Kingdom: The Second Korean War, Eric R. Harvey gives you a 60‑to‑120‑minute duel where strategy, bluff and a dash of luck decide who claims victory. The hexagonal map lets you push troops, launch artillery strikes, and scramble air support in a fluid, ever‑shifting fight that rewards clever positioning as much as bold aggression. The rules sit comfortably in the “normal complexity” zone—if you’ve tackled a board game before, you’ll pick it up quickly, but the depth of the combat keeps the tension high all the way through. Whether you love modern warfare themes or just want a tight two‑player clash that feels as intense as a real‑time battlefield, this 2019 release delivers a fast‑paced, immersive experience that will have you replaying the scenario again and again, each time discovering a new tactical twist.
