Godaigo: Secret of the Five Elements
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Description
In between the planes of existence, the lost island of Ukashima floats amongst the ether, wracked by alchemical storms and shifting tectonics.
Every century, the mages who have been cursed to this place must fight to escape.
A race to weild the alchemical power of Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, and Void will find themselves at home once again.
Godaigo: Secret of the Five Elements is inspired by the Japanese Buddhist philosophical concept of Godai, or Five Element Theory, with gameplay inspired by Magic: The Gathering, Isometric Hex Gaming, Roguelike Exploration, and Building Games.
In Godaigo, players must explore the board to find Elemental Scrolls, and be the first to cast one of each type to win the game.
To do this, the players must also acquire spell components called "Elemental Stones" and arrange them on the board in specific shapes.
This challenges players spatial strategy skills, and creates a game experience that is pleasing to the eye.
Additionally, these stones have their own unique abilities which affect movement and gameplay.
For example, an Earth Stone can be used to block a path or cut off a resource, or a Wind Stone can allow players to move more freely around the board.
Spells (or "Scrolls") can interfere with an opponent's strategy, or be used to manipulate the state of the board in your favor.
Godaigo: Secret of the Five Elements provides the fun of spellcasting card games, but does not require additional booster packs. The randomized board state makes each playthrough a unique experience.
Download the full color rulebook here!
Note: As Godaigo hex tiles are laser cut, you will need to wipe these pieces with a paper towl or cloth before playing (unless you like the soot from the cutter getting everywhere).
To play the free digital copy, go to virtualtabletop.io and click the public games section. Scroll down and find the Godaigo game. Once you start, share the link that is generated with your friends. Learn how to use the implementation and play the game on youtube here:
Components
| Component | Quantity | Photo |
|---|---|---|
| Medium Stout Box (Full Box Printed) | 1 |  |
| Large Hex Tile Set | 1 set of 35 large hex tiles |  |
| Jumbo Deck | 1 deck of 5 cards |  |
| Jumbo Deck | 1 deck of 10 cards |  |
| Jumbo Deck | 1 deck of 5 cards |  |
| Jumbo Deck | 1 deck of 5 cards |  |
| Jumbo Deck | 1 deck of 5 cards |  |
| Jumbo Deck | 1 deck of 5 cards |  |
| Large Booklet | 1 |  |
| Document | 1 |  |
Vitals
| Average Rating | 4 reviews |
|---|---|
| Publish Date | September 19, 2022 |
| Edition | Fifth |
| Department | Games |
| Tags | Spellcraft Hand Management Strategy games exploration Build board elemental hex gemstones Strategy |
| More Info | Godaigo: Secret of the Five Elements web site |
Why buy this?
- Explore the board as you play! Every game is different!
- Unique spellcasting system that requires spatial strategy!
- Every game results in an aesthetically pleasing design!
Jake Seegers Games
Notes
- This game contains a premium upgrade called UV Coating that makes the printed components more durable.
- This game contains laser cut components. Laser cut items will have a slight amount of soot around the edges, which can easily be wiped off; and will have a campfire smell for about a week after you open them.
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Ratings and Reviews
I had a lot of fun playing this game on stream, with some friends and the creator as referee. The rules are complex, but it was surprisingly easy to get into the swing of things. The game accommodat...
Easy to learn, fun to master! Played this on stream with the creator and was a very engaging game. Went through phases of exploration to engagement and finally a mad dash at the end with collabora...
Beautifully designed: Artwork is pretty and the board looks awesome as you play. And, it is the kind of game that gets more fun the more times you play it, as you develop new strategies for gameplay ...
A very engaging and fun game that i look forward to playing again! Very fun and engaging, looking forward to learning more about its dynamics and intricate strategy! A smash hit with excellent repla...
