Black Rose Wars

In Black Rose Wars, rival mages of the Black Rose Order battle fiercely within a modular prison arena in the Renaissance-era Nova Aetas, striving to become the Supreme Magister and wield the powerful Black Rose Artifact and Forgotten Magic. This competitive fantasy game blends strategic deck-building and hand management, allowing players to unleash powerful spells with dual effects, summon creatures, and destroy rooms while utilizing an action queue system where quick rebirth keeps the intense magical combat flowing.

Key facts

• Number of players: 2–4
• Playtime: 90 min
• Min age: 14+
• Complexity: 3,4/5

Mechanics

• Area Majority / Influence
• Area Movement
• Deck or bag or pool Building
• Hand Management
• Modular Board
• Variable Player Powers
• Action Queue
• Campaign / Battle Card Driven

Categories

• Bluffing
• Fantasy
• Miniatures
• Renaissance

Families

• Components: Miniatures
• Crowdfunding: Kickstarter
• Players: Games with expansions that add solo play
• Players: Games with expansions that change player count
• Setting: Nova Aetas Chronicles
• Theme: Wizards

Authors

Marco Montanaro

Similar Games You Might Like

• Black Rose Wars: Hidden Thorns
• Black Rose Wars: Inferno
• Black Rose Wars: Crono Expansion
• Black Rose Wars: Sator Box
• Forbidden Stars
• Vivarium
• Mysthea
• Warhammer Underworlds: Nightvault

FAQ

How many players can play Black Rose Wars?

Black Rose Wars supports 2–4 players.

How long does a game of Black Rose Wars take?

A game of Black Rose Wars usually takes about 90 minutes.

What age is Black Rose Wars suitable for?

Black Rose Wars is recommended for ages 14 and up.

How complex is Black Rose Wars?

Black Rose Wars has a complexity rating of 3,4 out of 5.

Is Black Rose Wars good for beginners?

Black Rose Wars is fairly involved and is best suited to experienced players.