Shogun no Katana

Shogun no Katana

Shogun no Katana transports you to feudal Japan, a land of honor, tradition, and masterful swordsmithing. Behind every legendary katana lies an ancient craft shaped by skill, discipline, and dedication.

You take on the role of a master smith—can you create masterpieces worthy of powerful daimyo and even the Shogun himself?

Game Overview

This is a strategic Euro-style game where you:

• fulfill orders from daimyo
• gather resources and improve your craft
• decorate swords with artistic enhancements
• gain access to key areas in the Shogun’s palace for special advantages

Your goal is to forge the most valuable and impressive katanas.

Unique Mechanic

Each player has their own forge, where all crafting takes place.

• Activate a row or column to work on multiple katanas at once
• Add resources and move swords across your grid
• More swords mean more efficiency—but also greater risk of interference

Strategy

To succeed, you must:

• manage your forge efficiently
• plan your actions carefully
• build a strong engine to maximize each turn

Game Details

• Age: 14+
• Players: 1–2
• Playing time: 60–180 minutes
• Rules language: English