Board game, Leaders

Leaders


  A board game by Hugo Frénoy

 2 Players   15 minutes   Low 

  Variable Player Powers, Card Drafting, Grid Movement, Variable Set-up, Hexagon Grid

  Abstract Strategy

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Description

In the world of Leaders, a game of abstract strategy and cunning, two players face off in a battle of wits to claim dominance. Designed by Hugo Frénoy and released in 2025, this game is all about outmaneuvering your opponent in a grid of hexagons, where the rules are easy to learn but the gameplay is anything but simple. With a playtime of just 10 to 20 minutes, you'll be drawn into a world of tactical thinking and daring moves, where the goal is to capture your opponent's Leader by positioning your champions in just the right way. To achieve victory, you'll need to assemble a team of unique Champions, each with their own strengths and abilities, through a process of card drafting. As you navigate the hexagon grid, you'll use grid movement to position your Champions in strategic locations, all while trying to outmaneuver your opponent and surround their Leader. The game mechanics of Variable Player Powers and Card Drafting add a layer of depth and replayability to the game, making each match unique and challenging. With two players competing in this game of Abstract Strategy, every move counts, and the tension builds as you try to outwit your opponent and emerge victorious. The secret to winning at Leaders lies in your ability to combine tactical thinking with daring moves, all while adapting to the changing circumstances of the game. Will you focus on positioning two of your Champions next to your opponent's Leader, or will you try to skillfully maneuver them into a trap, surrounding their Leader and leaving no escape? Whatever your strategy, one thing is certain: only the most skilled and cunning player will emerge as the true Leader. With its short playtime and easy-to-learn rules, Leaders is the perfect game for anyone looking for a fun and challenging experience that will keep them coming back for more.

Expansions

Leaders: The Vermilion Emperor
Leaders

The Vermilion Emperor

  2 Players

 10-30 minutes

 Unknown 

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