{"slug":"courtofblades","title":"Court of Blades","url":"https://www.ttrpg-games.com/item/courtofblades","agentUrl":"https://www.ttrpg-games.com/api/games/courtofblades.json","summary":{"blurb":"Court of Blades immerses players in a world of intrigue, espionage, and political manipulation, where they take on the roles of cunning spies navigating a web of secrets and power struggles. The game's key features include a focus on social interactions, intricate political maneuvering, and a unique system that emphasizes storytelling and strategic decision-making, making it a must-play for fans of complex and nuanced tabletop roleplaying experiences.","atAGlance":"Fantasy • Needs GM • 4/5 complexity • Medium prep","whyItFits":"A strong fit for groups that want fantasy adventure with a clear play identity, with character Customization helping define the experience."},"constraints":{"playerRange":"2-5 players + GM","sessionRange":"120-240 minutes","setupMinutes":null,"characterCreationMinutes":null,"prepLevel":"Medium","priceModel":null},"fit":{"beginnerFriendly":0,"newGmFriendly":2,"oneShotFriendly":0,"campaignFriendly":0,"soloFriendly":0,"improvBurden":null,"structureLevel":null,"contentIntensity":null},"scores":[{"key":"complexity","label":"Complexity","value":4},{"key":"new_gm","label":"New GM Fit","value":2},{"key":"roleplay","label":"Roleplay Focus","value":5},{"key":"combat","label":"Combat Focus","value":3},{"key":"tactical","label":"Tactical Depth","value":3},{"key":"campaign","label":"Campaign Depth","value":3}],"availability":{"quickstartAvailable":null,"pdfAvailable":null,"physicalBookAvailable":null,"vttReady":null},"recommendations":{"bestFor":["Groups that want fantasy adventure with a clear play identity","Tables that enjoy tuning characters and expressing concepts mechanically"],"avoidIf":["You want a very light rules load","You want the system to stay almost invisible at the table","You want a much breezier tone than this game is built to support"]},"facets":{"genres":["Fantasy"],"systems":[],"mechanics":["Character Customization","Collaborative Worldbuilding","Narrative-Driven"],"themes":["Political","Social Intrigue"],"decisionTags":[]},"links":{"websiteUrl":"https://acoupleofdrakes.itch.io/court-of-blades?ac=YUqaLN4pVvG","reviewsUrl":"https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/397612/court-of-blades-scandal-forged-in-the-dark?affiliate_id=1659151"}}