Fjords

Published 2005

Between the 8th and 11th centuries, the Vikings had the world holding their breath. Always on the lookout for new land, they aren't above fighting their own countrymen. In this game, two clan leaders fight each other, using the right tactics, for a fruitful plot of land along Norway's coast. They quickly build up villages at strategic locations and fight with anything they can to ensure the larger portion of the region for their clan. Fjords: the tactical battle for the best land! The above is the description of the game from Hans im Glück. The game is played in two phases: the first phase, placing tiles and farms, mixes luck and skill; the second phase, claiming fields, has a Go-like enclosure dynamic that is all skill.

Mechanics

Area Control / Area Influence Area Majority / Influence Map Addition Modular Board Tile Placement

Categories

Abstract Strategy Medieval Territory Building

Designers

Franz-Benno Delonge

Publishers

999 Games Hans im Glück Verlags-GmbH Rio Grande Games
Fjords

Game Info

Players
2 Players
Time
30 min
Weight
Light-Medium — 1.71/5
Year
2005
BGG Rating
6.77
BGG Rank
#2073
Min Age
8+

Frequently Asked Questions

Fjords is designed for exactly 2 players. The community rates it best at 2 players.
A typical game of Fjords takes about 30 minutes.
Fjords has a complexity rating of 1.71/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Light' category. It is very accessible and great for new gamers.
The recommended minimum age for Fjords is 8+. Younger children may enjoy it with guidance from experienced players.
Fjords has a rating of 6.77/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 3,355 ratings. It is ranked #2073 overall.
Fjords was designed by Franz-Benno Delonge. It was published in 2005.