Tainted Grail: Kings of Ruin

Tainted Grail: Kings of Ruin

AdventureExplorationFantasyMiniatures
Players
1-4
Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
2 players
Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
120 min
AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
14+
ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
3.3 / 5
Year
2024

About the game

Tainted Grail: Kings of Ruin is a stand-alone cooperative story campaign for 1-4 players set in the same dark fantasy universe as Tainted Grail, following new heroes through the ruined lands beyond Avalon. Players explore a reworked Wyrdness travel system, resolve encounters through force or diplomacy with a unique puzzle-card system, and develop heroes with new skills, cards, and items. It's a self-contained entry into the saga's immersive storytelling, suitable for both series veterans and newcomers.

Hobbli's Notes

Hobbli's team is drawn to Kings of Ruin's puzzle-card encounter system, which offers a fresh way to resolve conflicts beyond simple dice combat. As a stand-alone campaign, it lowers the barrier for newcomers curious about the acclaimed Tainted Grail universe. Fans of deep narrative-driven co-op campaigns will appreciate the atmospheric, dark fantasy storytelling.

What we like

  • Stand-alone campaign welcomes newcomers to the Tainted Grail universe.
  • Unique puzzle-card system for resolving encounters.
  • Reworked exploration system adds fresh mechanics.
  • Strong solo and cooperative storytelling.

Keep in mind

  • Long 120-minute playtime per session.
  • Campaign structure requires a real time commitment across sessions.

Who it's for

Great for narrative-focused cooperative gamers (ages 14+) in groups of 1-4 who enjoy dark fantasy campaigns.

Mechanics

MovementCooperative GameDeck / Bag BuildingDice RollingEventsHand ManagementModular BoardRole PlayingScenario / Mission / Campaign GameSolo / Solitaire GameStorytelling

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