Ironwood
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Ironwood – War has no roots… but this one does
In Ironwood, the struggle isn't between good and evil. It's between what grows and what consumes. Two factions face each other in a brutal and poetic duel: on one side, the Forest Defenders , majestic plant creatures that protect the lifeblood; on the other, the Cutters , resource-hungry industrial mechanisms. All this on a minimalist yet tension-filled map, in a game perfectly balanced for two... or solo.
The mechanics shine for their clarity and depth: each card can be used in multiple ways, forcing you to make difficult but meaningful choices . The map transforms with every turn, and every decision resonates on the battlefield. In solo mode, you'll face a well-tuned automaton that pushes your tactical skills to the limit.
Slash, defend, conquer – But only one will rule the Ironwood
- Game for 1 or 2 players , perfect for both head-to-head challenges and solo games
- Total asymmetry : two factions, two ways of playing, two opposing visions of the world
- Multipurpose cards that offer versatility and advanced planning
- Variable setup for ever-changing and highly replayable games
- Dark fantasy atmosphere enhanced by evocative illustrations and refined materials
Ironwood is perfect for those seeking a deep and compact strategy game , capable of turning every move into a real burden on the map. And if you love solitaire, here you'll find real adversity, never artificial. Whether you serve nature or the machine, the one certainty is that the forest never forgets.
🐸 Froggers say: every card weighs as much as a log. And every mistake... is paid for in sap.
Ironwood
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🐸 HOW TO PLAY
1. Two factions, one destiny.
In Ironwood , two worlds collide: on one side, the Ironclads , mechanical miners hell-bent on transforming mountains into steel forges; on the other, the Woodwalkers , forest spirits who move in the shadows. The battlefield is a modular map of the territory, divided into mountains and forests, where each faction has privileged areas and entirely different victory conditions.
2. Cards at the heart of the conflict.
Each round is played in alternating turns, with each player taking three cards from their faction-specific deck. Cards can be used for tactical actions (movement, extraction, bonuses, etc.) or alternatively as combat points during battles. Each choice represents an opportunity... or a trap.
3. When you fight, you bet everything.
Combat occurs when two enemy warbands occupy the same space. Both players secretly play a card to determine their Dominance value. The winner deals damage and can change the fate of the territory. Every war has its price, but here, area control is everything.
4. Opposing goals, unique strategies.
Commander Ironclad must build three forges after mining crystals and establishing bases. Chieftain Woodwalker , on the other hand, must find and recover three ancient hidden totems using Visions. Each faction has its own game language, cards, abilities, objectives, and even favorite map sections.
5. One on one... or alone.
Ironwood is designed for strategic two-player duels, but also includes a low-maintenance solo mode against unique AI for each faction. The system is simple to manage, yet full of tension and important decisions. The eternal conflict is about to end. The question is: who will decide?
🃏 SACHETS
63x88mm - Quantity 93
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In Ironwood, there is no draw: either forge your own domain or be swallowed by the forest.
The battle for the disputed lands is fought with cards, crystals and blood
Ironwood – Two factions. One destiny. No mercy.
In the heart of Ironwood , the mountains spit steel and the forests whisper magic .
Two peoples, two opposing visions, one certainty: only one will survive .
On one side are the Ironclads , armored colossi that smelt crystals to power a relentless army.
On the other hand, the Woodwalkers , spirits of the forest who dance among the trees, ready to summon an ancient guardian.
Every card is an order, every turn a battle, every choice a wound on Ironwood's fate.
A 2-player board game with total asymmetry and tactical combat
Ironwood is a board game for 1-2 players set in a fantasy world divided between machines and nature. Two completely asymmetrical factions compete with unique decks, opposing objectives, and card-driven strategy .
If you play as the Ironclads, you must mine crystals and build mechanical forges. If you choose the Woodwalkers, you must collect hidden totems and summon an ancient entity.
A fast-paced yet deep game, perfect for those who love head-to-head combat, brutal choices, and mounting tension . A solo mode is also included, with custom AI for each faction.
We played it with crystal-stained hands 🐸
Ironwood won us over from the first few turns of the page.
The duality between the two factions is total , and each game seems to tell a different chapter of an eternal war.
The cards are multivalent, the choices are stinging, and the outcome is always on a razor's edge.
A little gem for lovers of 2-player board games who want excitement, storytelling, and no-frills battles.
The Mindclash style is evident throughout: beautiful to look at, tense to play , memorable to win. 🪓🌿
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I giochi da tavolo non servono a passare il tempo. Servono a viverlo meglio. – La Rana Saggia
Ogni regola è un’opportunità nascosta. Scoprila con occhi nuovi. – Il Girino Curioso
Non so come ho vinto. Ma è stato divertentissimo. Rigioca, se hai il coraggio. – La Ranarock Ribelle
Una buona mossa è silenziosa. La vittoria, inevitabile. – Ranaldo Stratega
Non serve vincere per giocare bene. Serve giocare per stare bene. – Zio Rospo Zen
I giochi da tavolo non servono a passare il tempo. Servono a viverlo meglio. – La Rana Saggia
Ogni regola è un’opportunità nascosta. Scoprila con occhi nuovi. – Il Girino Curioso
Non so come ho vinto. Ma è stato divertentissimo. Rigioca, se hai il coraggio. – La Ranarock Ribelle
Una buona mossa è silenziosa. La vittoria, inevitabile. – Ranaldo Stratega
Non serve vincere per giocare bene. Serve giocare per stare bene. – Zio Rospo Zen
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