Daimyo (2005)

About this game

It's a board game. It's a war between ancient Japan Daimyos. Each player is the Daimyo of a clan and has to create and control his warriors trying to capture an enemy Daimyo. It's a game of pure strategy. Easy to learn, but very difficult to master. You have big hexagons that show the territory. Cards control the game flow. You also have wooden pieces to represent your forces.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 2 to 4.
• Rules load. At 2.5/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 12 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.