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First Thoughts on Warriors of Krynn - The D&D Boardgame
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 พ.ย. 2022
- It's not often that one of the great minds behind Wizards of the Coast asks you if you would like to be one of the first to play their brand new D&D boardgame. And when they do - you say yes!
This is exactly what happened whilst at D&D in a Castle - I got the opportunity to play the new Warriors of Krynn boardgame and let me tell you that it exceeded my expectations. Take a look and find out why!
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Will you have print on demand copies of the nautical guide?
Oh, I would absolutely love more reviews of similar products, particularly those that can be used both in and out of campaigns. I know that this game comes with, I believe, 12 scenarios that match specific moments in the campaign. Does anyone know yet if there are instructions for creating new scenarios? That would certainly increase my interest in acquiring this game.
I like the reviews but I don’t see a pole so I’ll leave this comment
DnD 2nd ed “Battle System" is all we need. That is war.
@@taccntb4345 I was still young when that released, but it has always been a bit clunky. Sometimes, it could even be immersion breaking, and using it required a great deal of prep from the DM. That's why I created my own system. From what I have seen so far, this seems more streamlined, and more versatile. If it is also customizable, with a system for designing scenarios, it has the potential to be a better option. If not, I probably won't spend money for it.
If you’re watching this in January 2024 this game is $10 at Ollie’s.
yup, thats exactly where I got mine, I didn't even know the store existed until I checked it out today lmao
@@realnarwhalThey have pretty cool board games on sale pretty often.
Lol literally *JUST* picked up this game at my local Ollie’s for $10. Worth it for the minis alone imo
Lol same hahaha bought from Ollie's 9.99
I came here because Ollie’s had a huge sale and this was $10 in the US.
I was able to buy this game new for 10 bucks and I was coming to TH-cam to try and see if there was a play through and your review really some things up and gave a great perspective. My 12 year old son really seems to be into dungeons & dragons, but rarely do we have the time to sit down and actually play together so I feel like this is a good way to step his toes in and teach him how to play certain elements
Just picked this game up for less than $10 at Ollie's! Glad to see it'll be fun!
Same. That's why I'm looking at reviews now.
Our Dragonlance campaign group just played our first battle in the board game and it was sooo much fun! We still role played our characters and there were key moments of the board game that were very cinematic moments for our rpg game. I’m sure it’s not for everyone but, wow, did we have fun playing it during our session night.
Comparison to Pandemic is apt considering one of the designers of Warriors of Krynn is Rob Daviau.
I just got this game from a store that had like 100 boxes of it just sitting out, and picked one up, and cannot wait to try it out and play it 😂
I remember when TSR did this for Greyhawk- modules Five Shall Be One, Howl from the North, then you had to switch to the board game Greyhawk Wars.
A number of the original Dragonlance modules were the same. You could play as individual PCs or, in addition, play through a series of wargame scenarios using the old D&D Battlesystem with some of the PCs in command. Seems like they are trying to recreate that with this game. I wonder if they intend to release some supplements for this to cover big Dragonlance battles like the High Clerist Tower or the underwater battle in Istar. Perhaps even the big, final battle at Neraka.
I've been cautiously optimistic about the Dragonlance campaign and this board game after Wizards' recent flops. I loved the books growing up and badly want it to be their best 5e campaign book yet. Seeing Margaret Weis publicly call them out when they post glaring mistakes made it hard to be excited, but hearing that this board game is actually an enjoyable experience and not just some gimmick by Hasbro to overproduce like their other IP(s) has boosted my confidence again! Thanks for the review!
Where di she do that?
I got the pre-order and it's great to see the old world again. It's more an adventure than a sourcebook sadly. A lot of what made Krynn amazing is missing. I'll still give it a go though.
'Just a gimmick from Hasbro?!?' I have to rebut that, just bought DND - adventure begins for my nephews 10th birthday to play last night. And mate was it a blast, what a cool entry level for people curious to try dnd but want to ease into it. I tried playing Dnd with some younger high-school mates but I'm afraid I made fun of it, and just thought do anything crazy as one could imagine as I had no idea how to play but the board game simplified it for a bit of an imbecile like me, I'd like to give dnd a second try now thanks to that board game.
I am seeing a lot of comments about the cost. Shop around. You can find this for a good price on many online stores. I picked up a Deluxe Preorder for $123 AUD which converts to $85 USD. This was from my usual online store who I order my 40K and stuff through, so you do not even have to look too hard.
For those in Australia -
The Combat Company $123.95 + $10 postage or FREE post over $150.
Gap Games $159.95 +$10 postage.
Both are reliable and solid after-sales service. I have used them for many years.
As someone who read dragonlance when I was younger I am very excited for this adventure!!
I’ve heard the first 3 books are top tier fantasy, but I’ve also heard that after those first 3 books, all the stories afterward are just ok
@@jamesalexhowlett you definitely need to read the first trilogy, which is amazing. Then after that the legends trilogy which isn't as good but still good. Everything else is ok.
You hear wrong, actually the second trilogy is much more better than the original. And other Dragonlance trilogies and novels are also top notch.
Wonderfully worded review, you have convinced me to watch for it as well! Thx as always!
I loved the board game reviews you did last year so much - especially more with your impeccable duo, if possible - because your input offers fun palate cleansers to fight those mid-arc doldrums. This is probably more aimed at TTRPG groups, ideally, but even for my fringe-interest friends too so that I can have more options (maybe even seed interest like any impish devil should, hehe).
The funny thing about this is that my name is Krynn and I was named after this.
you have awesome parents
@@RavenCoyotei think *possibly* he may be lying
@@ShortArtGuy don't spoil my joy:)
That is the funny thing about this youre right
Great review Guy! I can’t wait to get my box (pre ordered a couples of weeks ago!)
Great to hear. I was unsure how this would work with the scenario so it all sounds rather exciting
Very interesting review Guy. The boardgame is something I've been considering buying to play as a standalone product and your review would encourage me to do so. Btw I'd certainly love for you to continue doing relevant product reviews in future as you're honesty in reviewing products is refreshingly. Keep up the good work!
I like cypher system for this. Tidal blades board game along with my cypher system campaign has been super fun
I personally love the idea of using different systems to simulate different large aspects like "Large Field or Siege Battles" or "Large to singular ship Battles" myself, or at least the idea of building ontop of a foundation game like dnd could be with more and more games ontop of it. The idea of the "Mega Game" is becoming a thing for me.
I've heard very little info on this game but have been very interested. Excited by what was said in the video!
I love a good board game. Based on what is presented here, Warriors of the Krynn strikes me as a D&D themed novelty item trying to be a board game rather than being a well-made dedicated board game.
If anyone wants to try a really well-made D&D-style board game, try Gloomhaven if you haven't already played it. It's huge, it's challenging, it's complex, yes it's it's expensive and takes a long time to play, but it's also a unique and wild experience. If the board game is out of your price range, there is a digital version.
So I wonder if it would revive Dungeon Command?
Part of me imagine a unit set for Harper but including Drows (mostly themed on Eilistraee since Harper are their Allies and provide “tank” unit via Darksong Paladins).
Even if it’s skirmish level.
I wonder, with Mass Battles coming in the form of WoK, if WotC will be releasing a Blood War inspired modual/game
My experience is limited to Lords of Waterdeep board game, but it seems that the DnD board games really hold up well on their own as well-made standalone games. Lords of Waterdeep is probably one of my favorite worker placement games that I have played.
The big thing about this one: it's meant to integrate into your game. Although I've only seen LoW being played, I've played some of the dungeon crawlers of theirs, which are frankly pointless.
@@HowtobeaGreatGM Yeah, if I want a dungeon crawler, I'll play Descent or Gloomhaven, maybe some HeroQuest, probably not a DnD dungeon crawler board game
If u like LoW then u should DEFINITELY check out YEDO. It's like LoW on steroids! Fuedal Japan city of Yedo/Edo with better player interactions. I can't play LoW anymore!
wow. That's a glowing endorsement I gotta say. I am now likely going to purchase this boardgame, and I might even end up purchasing the accompanying dnd campaign, when I had no interest in either before watching this video. I hope you were compensated properly for the influx of sales that are likely a direct result of this video.
Thanks for the review..I just love when the verdict is thumbs up for a game I already planned to buy anyway..phuiii now I can relax . i feel positivism 😅
Just found this at a discount store for $10... had to get it. Don't know anything about Dragon Lance or D&D. Looks neat though.
Thanks for the review. This makes me want to give it a try.
I Would love to see other Videos on your thoughts about there other board games!!!
Is it worth 150$ is the next question.
no
I think that is a hugely valid question. I was speaking to a 'collector' of D&D stuff and they're going to get it, although did smart at the price. Personally, I wouldn't get it, as I'm not a collector, and am too much of a rules-creator as a DM. I'd value the boardgame at maybe $50 - $60, the book at $40-50, and the DMs screen at $20. Does that hold up? Well yes because you get the D&D Beyond inclusion which is another $30+. Having said that, unless you really plan on running a lot of Dragonlance is it worth it?
If you look around the various online shops, I am sure you will get it cheaper than $150 (I assume USD). I got a Deluxe preorder including the Warriors of Krynn, Shadow of the Dragon Queen and DM screen for $123 AUD which is about $85 USD. Just do some shopping around and you will get a good deal.
It's 5e...so no way.
@@xGarrettThiefx No way what?
Sounds interesting
I was thinking of getting the deluxe set to get all in one
I just don’t like the price.
Nice review
SHop around. You can find it at a reasonable price fairly easily. My usual online store has it for $123 AUD ($85 USD) which for book and game I consider more than reasonable.
Looking forward to giving this a try.
Are we going to see another DnD board game compatible with the other 6 adventurr board games? I searched a lot on google but I haven't found anything..
Sounds amazing! I'll get a copy.
Thank Goodness! I was really worried after straight up being told by multiple TH-camrs to NOT BUY SpellJammer. I'll wait for the boardgame night at the local store to see this played before I buy this. I'm not a big dragon lance fant. I even read the books when they came out but they didn't strike me as so special.
Doesn't D&D have mass combat system rules with the Old 2nd Ed. Series called Birthright?
I still remember chain mail, the system they had that expected you to buy squads of pewter minis for large battles…
War Machine rules, Rules Cyclopedia (also a boxed set). Great mass combat rules, but not well-remembered. OD&D had Swords&Spells, which was the son of Chainmail. Also a very good game.
War machine rules are the best ever created for mass combat in D&D.
Nice review
This is great news. My experience when it comes to board games is first impression goes a very very long ways.
Learning all the little rules one might miss the first time comes later.
glad i pre-ordered one 😂
I liked your side of reviewing this
The only thing I have against this product is how anti-online it is 🙃 suppose I’ll be waiting for the Tabletop Simulator version to come out
Thats precisely why I am interested haha but yeah pretty sure an online version will be on the way
Sounds cool...is there a solo mode?
Please for the love of ANY GOD, tell me why adventure tile #17 is listed twice per scenario #4 AND #5.
Anyone have any insights?
17B is listed in tiles needed, I would go with that. Sub 17A with something else and add recruit. That's my best guess having just got this.
Will wait and see, but so far it didn't get me excited (and this has nothing to do with your review, Guy, just o be clear on that). Dragonlance is very near and dear to my heart (I'm considering running it in some other system) and so far this doesn't really seem like the Dragonlance I know.
I think i'd play it but not as part of a D&D campaign, i have been running huge battles in dragon lance for decades tho using my own method
Is Lord Soth also in the boardgame?
I don't know, we didn't get very far into the game and didn't get to see all the cards. My gut would be no, but I could be wrong!
So funny to see this randomly right now. With all the BS Hasbro has been up to recently. Just last week or so Krynn has been bought up for the Ollie's discount stores. (Which means I need to go get one....or two depending on the price.) I really just want the minis
I bought this at Ollie's a few weeks ago. It cost $9.99. Be really careful pulling the minis out of the box. Mine were stuck in quite tightly, and I was afraid they'd break. Fortunately they did not.
The pieces and tokens are nicely done, but the game seems overly complex to me. I'm going to hopefully play it tomorrow night with my friends. I hope we can get through it okay.
My Ollie's also had some game tokens for $3.00 each I picked up. "Campaign Cases" for terrain and creatures. They might come in useful if you play with pen and paper.
I'm not getting it. Waitng for Weis's and His ( I'm sorry I forget his name, though I'd know if I s aw it) New Setting.
Tracy Hickman
Yes, please review other D&D board games.
Love the opening. 😂
Thanks for the review, but not looking into the character porting system was... unwise. Would have liked to see more of the game than just stock shots of its contents. Good delivery however :)
be interesting to see if the Mass Battle system cannibalised?
What if d&d was a miniature wargaming?
What if miniature wargaming is curse like jumanji?!
✌
Was there any bad blood after the spelljammer video? This was one of the harshest thumbnails/reviews
I was worried there might be... but as it was all done in the name of improving the game I can happily say I've become good friends with those I met :) In fact they encouraged me to maintain my voice and views as without critical feedback there can be no improvement.
@@HowtobeaGreatGM that is wonderful to hear!! Appreciate the response, some time I’ll have to make it out to that castle
I always thought for large scale wars for D & D, that all you have to do is pull out your RISK set sitting in the closet.
bwahaha actually did this once
Love rollplay and boardgame, but dont see the space for this. When it comes to boardgame gloomhaven does it better (beside the price) and when roleplaying our battles are carried out with better figures and real terrain made by 3D printing and/or XPS foam.
I read the hell out of those books.
Never heard of it
I mean the only difference between a board game and a role playing game are the distance between dice rolls. You can turn any board game into an RPG just by . You know. Roleplaying in it.
Yes and no. I only roleplay boardgames when I play, I can't help it. But there is still a very different mindset - you are much more constrained in what you can and cannot do in a boardgame right? You can't wander off the board for example.
@@HowtobeaGreatGM right and there's always what you can and can't do in RPGs as well. Anything outside of that is basically playing pretend.
One could simply lay out the mass combat subsystem as a board game and strictly interact with it as such. But I feel as a dm you could make sure to encourage the players to keep the tone of imagination and colouring in the empty spaces the game doesn't talk about.
Id liken it to taking the attack action. As a player I could just say I attack and roll a d20. Much like in a board game. But we add flavor and spice with narration and suddenly the mechanics come to life.
I'm not sure how hard it is with this game but I know I can do that with most games. Even checkers if you give me enough time ;)
Anywho. That's about my whole point :)
Oh look, the battlesystem; same as the old battlesystem...
Just picked this up from Ollie’s on sale.. I love DnD but don’t often get to assemble a party.. but my niece and her boyfriend and my nephew are interested in learning, and I’ve never DMed before so I’m hoping this is a good introduction into DnD for them! (Especially my nephew as he’s only 10).
Will continue watching the video but glad I found your channel!
Same man
Board game. Yes. But redoing old settings no. They duck it up everytime. Batting 000
Sounds like a decent game. What holds me back is the quality and look of the components. I think so much more could have been done. I don't like the little rectangular army blocks, the cardboard is flimsy, the miniatures very poorly painted (washed) and the whole game looks cheap, when compared to other boardgames in the same price range. Disappointing, could have been great...
i don't think great minds and Wizards of the Coast should ever be in the same sentence.
They hit the ball every now and again.
I watched a review and walkthrough of the rules for this game and the book. It isnt needed and tbh it looks like it would break immersion quickly. It isnt neccessary to the game at all and to be honest it doesnt look like it's worth the extra 100 bucks you'll spend for the deluxe edition. I'll pass and just grab the book.
Extra $100? I got my Deluxe preorder for $123 Australian, which is $85 USD. So I do not know where you are getting $100 extra when I did not even pay $100 for book and board game and bonus DM screen.
"Great minds at Wizards of the Coast"
When did you become a comedian?
Are you saying that they can't make a good thing every once in a while? Especially when they have access to the minds of the Hasbro boardgames department?
@@KingZNIN Yes.
@@ckmishn3664 aww ok that's the type of person you are.
OK. It's the end of 2023. It's been a year since this boardgame was released. Did you play the boardgame more than twice? I never found anyone playing this game. Not even on TH-cam. Even in actual plays, I never found one where they cut to the boardgame instead of bypassing it and moving forward in the plotline.
We have played it. Sadly not to conclusion yet - but we loved it. The official tutorial is a bit boring but once you are into it, the game is great.
I buy board games for the minis :( so not enough for me to buy it. I love board games but my husband doesn't :( So unless they stuff a bunch of minis in there I would feel guilty buying it
I'm honestly curious how you would pronounce the word, "costle" differently from the word, "castle".
Alas my accent betrays me.
Yeah no, I'll never play this, thank you :)
Starts at 2:00
I'll keep it on my radar... but I've very skeptical. I don't see how it's "a great boardgame"; it seems so simple and generic, pale and bland copy of other boardgames...
A good video, but God that board game is ugly as sin
I'm a HUGE fan of D&D, but I have to admit, if they offered a playtest of ANY of their recent products, I'd decline. I don't want to anywhere close to anything those woke "sensitivity writers" have even been in proximity of.
They went from AAA, to ultra garbage. I guess that why I've seen a zillion of their board game at Ollies.
Its hard to put a lot of value into your review, when you admittedly start it so closed minded about the product.
I don't think I ever state that my view is impartial. I think I went into the boardgame with as open a mind as possible whilst still having thoughts that most D&D players would have: will this work in my game?
More like Warriors of Cringe.
I haven't even watched the review yet, I got nothing.
Great minds, at WOTC? Sorry. U lost me there.
are you kidding me - quality components??? wiz kids is infamous for crap components - didnt yous ee the "art" on the characters - did you not notice how utterly cheap and unprofessional they look???
All this is doing is codifying larger scale battle with a different set of rules. Uh... Like ship to ship battles. I argued in your 'spelljammer is crap 👎' video (not the best first impression of your channel imo) that you missed the point of that products intent (I don't think that was written for you and your tastes either (you seem to need more crunch and/or vermicilitude.) You needed more content from an into scenario book+nostalgia monster book+intro adventure..., I.e., you wanted less of an intro intro. This was all n to a starter box imo. Which just based on the advertised page counts alone screamed "light weight intro" and I adjusted my perceptions immediately, sono got to enjoy the content sans but hurt. I also paid starter box prices for my copies.) But I really digressed there, what I said what I thought you wanted was a change of scale from the focus of d&d out of the box. Spelljammer needs a boardgame approach to ship battles to give you what you want. A change in scale benefits like that being done differently (at times) and not forced (e.g., opposed to slapping on additional actions to simulate and farce of an action economy... But strive for a quantum rules shift to make this larger scale interactions more entertaining and engaging.) It will be interesting to see how FORCED using your player as a player/general is in the dragonlance boardgame. This tickles my fancy though. Harkens back to the old DL 11 module that was more of a wargame than a RPG and really put you into that space.
I am hopeful that there will be a way to either use the scenarios or make custom ones that will work in campaigns outside Shadow of the Dragon Queen.