John Carter
Warlord of Mars
A board game by Mark Herman, Eric Goldberg
2-6 Players 60-360 minutes Medium
Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling, Role Playing, Grid Movement, Square Grid, Variable Set-up, Simulation, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Critical Hits and Failures, Point to Point Movement, Events, Secret Unit Deployment, Paper-and-Pencil
Fantasy, Fighting, Science Fiction, Wargame, Novel-based
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Description
John Carter: Warlord of Mars is a classic board game that drops you into the midst of a thrilling science fiction world, inspired by the novels of Edgar Rice Burroughs. Designed by Mark Herman and Eric Goldberg, this 1979 game is perfect for 2 to 6 players looking for a challenge that can last anywhere from 60 to 360 minutes. With normal complexity rules, it's easy for board game enthusiasts to dive in and start playing. The game is full of exciting mechanics like variable player powers, dice rolling, and role-playing, all set on a square grid with point to point movement. Players will experience a unique game each time thanks to the variable set-up and secret unit deployment features. As a fantasy and science fiction wargame, John Carter: Warlord of Mars combines fighting, simulation, and scenario-based gameplay with critical hits and failures, making for a truly immersive experience.
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