Board game, War Chest

War Chest


  A board game by David Thompson, Trevor Benjamin

  Only a small amount of text on components is needed during play.

 2 - 4 Players   30 minutes   Low 

  Hand Management, Variable Player Powers, Area Majority / Influence, Team-Based Game, Grid Movement, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Delayed Purchase, Turn Order: Claim Action, Hexagon Grid

  Medieval, Abstract Strategy, Wargame

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Description

War Chest is a strategic board game where you build and manage your army to capture key points on the board. With easy-to-learn rules, 2 to 4 players can dive into this medieval-themed game, enjoying 30 minutes of intense competition. You start by drafting various units into your army, which you'll use to outmaneuver your opponents. Each round, you draw unit coins from your bag and take turns using them to perform actions, from deploying troops to capturing territory. The game requires careful hand management and strategic planning, as you balance your units on the battlefield with those waiting to be deployed. With its unique blend of deck, bag, and pool building mechanics, War Chest offers a thrilling experience that's easy to learn but challenging to master, making it a great addition to any game night.

Expansions

War Chest: Siege
War Chest

Siege

  2 - 4 Players

 30 - 60 minutes

 Low 

War Chest: Nobility
War Chest

Nobility

  2 - 4 Players

 30 - 60 minutes

 Low 

War Chest: Nightfall
War Chest

Nightfall

  2 - 4 Players

 30 - 60 minutes

 Medium 

War Chest: Tournament Kit
War Chest

Tournament Kit

  2 - 4 Players

 0 minutes

 Unknown 

War Chest: Shock Tactics
War Chest

Shock Tactics

  2 - 4 Players

 30 - 60 minutes

 Unknown 

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