
- BGG rank
- BGG #3,336
- BGG rating
- 8.1
Summoner Wars (Second Edition): Starter Set
2021
Rules assistance for Summoner Wars (Second Edition): Starter Set
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2 players
- 40–60 min
- 9+
- Complexity 2.6/5
For 2 players

Rules assistant for Summoner Wars (Second Edition): Starter Set
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Summoner Wars (Second Edition): Starter Set is a board game released in 2021 for 2 players, 40–60 minutes per game, and ages 9 and up. It was designed by Colby Dauch and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Take That, and Dice Rolling.
About the game
Standalone Summoner Wars Starter Set containing the Phoenix Elves and the Tundra Orcs. This Second Edition Starter Set provides two complete faction decks not found in the Second Edition Master Set, along with all the materials needed to play games of Summoner Wars. Bonus! Mercenary promo cards Khan Queso and Blacksaber.
Mechanics
Designers
Publishers
- BoardM Factory
- MYBG Co., Ltd.
- Plaid Hat Games
Questions and answers
Summoner Wars (Second Edition): Starter Set supports 2 players according to the catalogue. This is the publisher’s listed player count, so the game is designed for exactly that number of participants. Variants for other group sizes, if any, are described in the rulebook of your edition, so check it before setting up a different configuration.
The listed playing time for Summoner Wars (Second Edition): Starter Set is 40–60 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 Summoner Wars (Second Edition): Starter Set for ages 9 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.
Summoner Wars (Second Edition): Starter Set has a complexity rating of 2.6 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Summoner Wars (Second Edition): Starter Set belongs to these categories: Card Game, Fantasy, and Fighting. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Take That, and Dice Rolling. 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 credited designers of Summoner Wars (Second Edition): Starter Set are: Colby Dauch. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Summoner Wars (Second Edition): Starter Set as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.