Samurai & Katana

Published 1999

In the XVIth century, during a Japanese civil war, you are a Daïmyo (samourai clan chief) and are attempting to end the civil war by becoming Shogun. Only an honourable Daïmyo can hope to obtain that title. You will organise spectacles, marriages, build castles, trade with China, obtain the loyalty of minor clans, raze sectarian monasteries, call on demons, ronins and even the infamous ninjas during battle. You will try to dishonour and weaken your adversaries, but beware of shifting alliances, treason and assassination... Game Box: 1 map of the game that represents the Japan of the XVI century 55 cards 120 pieces "samurai" (20 each player) 18 pieces "castle" (3 each player) 19 pieces "city" (minor and major) 24 koku (1, 2 and 5 koku coin) 6 cards "clan" 1 Shogun shape with its base 1 Emperor shape with its base

Mechanics

Campaign / Battle Card Driven Negotiation

Categories

Economic Medieval Negotiation Political Wargame

Designers

Pascal Bernard

Publishers

Tilsit
Samurai & Katana

Game Info

Players
3-6 Players
Time
2 hours
Weight
Medium — 2.64/5
Year
1999
BGG Rating
6.01
BGG Rank
#13245
Min Age
12+

Frequently Asked Questions

Samurai & Katana supports 3 to 6 players.
A typical game of Samurai & Katana takes about 120 minutes.
Samurai & Katana has a complexity rating of 2.64/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Samurai & Katana is 12+.
Samurai & Katana has a rating of 6.01/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 299 ratings. It is ranked #13245 overall.
Samurai & Katana was designed by Pascal Bernard. It was published in 1999.