
- BGG rank
- BGG #6,460
- BGG rating
- 8.6
Malifaux (Third Edition)
- 2 players
- 90–120 min
- Complexity 4.2/5
- 2019

Rules assistance for Kings of War: Clash of Kings – 2022 Edition
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Kings of War: Clash of Kings – 2022 Edition is an expansion for Kings of War (Third Edition) released in 2021 for 2–6 players, 60–240 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. Its main mechanics are Campaign / Battle Card Driven and Measurement Movement.
This supplement for Kings of War introduces two whole new armies to the game, the Halflings and the Riftforged Orcs. As well as all the background and lists for these two new factions. there's a narrative campaign with new scenarios and the annual Clash of Kings game update. This supplement has big changes to magic, new items, and spells, and new and changed units for every army. Formations are back too for every list, and there is a slew of new heroes.
Kings of War: Clash of Kings – 2022 Edition supports 2–6 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Kings of War: Clash of Kings – 2022 Edition is 60–240 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Kings of War: Clash of Kings – 2022 Edition for ages 10 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Kings of War: Clash of Kings – 2022 Edition belongs to these categories: Fantasy, Fighting, and Miniatures. Its main mechanics are Campaign / Battle Card Driven and Measurement Movement. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The catalogue lists Kings of War: Clash of Kings – 2022 Edition as an expansion for Kings of War (Third Edition). Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Kings of War (Third Edition) to use it. Check that your edition of Kings of War (Third Edition) is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.