Dragonriders of Pern
The Book Game
A board game by Alfred Leonardi, Lee Enderlin
2 2
30 minutes Low
Simultaneous Action Selection, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Semi-Cooperative Game, Relative Movement
Fantasy, Novel-based
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Description
If you’ve ever wanted to swoop across the skies of Pern and feel the wind in your dragon’s wings, Dragonriders of Pern: The Book Game lets you do just that in a breezy 30‑minute duel for two. Designed by Alfred Leonardi and Lee Enderlin back in ’84, the rules are so easy you’ll be up and flying in minutes, but the game still packs enough depth to keep both riders on their toes. You and your opponent pick actions at the same time, then watch your dragons race, dodge, and dive using relative movement on a ever‑changing map. The semi‑cooperative twist means you’re both battling the Thread while trying to out‑maneuver each other, and the scenario‑style missions give you a fresh story vibe every time you play. It’s a compact, fantasy‑filled adventure that feels like a page from the novel, perfect for a quick, thrilling escape.
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