The King Is Dead: Second Edition

Campaign / Battle Card Driven

Special cards trigger events and drive the action forward — each card played can shift the whole narrative.

Communication Limits

You can't just say whatever you want to your teammates — the game limits what you can share, which makes every hint count.

Hand Management

You have a hand of cards and deciding which to play, save, or discard is the core puzzle.

Map Reduction

Parts of the map disappear as the game progresses — the shrinking board ramps up the tension.

Memory

You need to remember where things are or what happened earlier — a sharp memory gives you a real advantage.

Stock Holding

You invest in companies or assets that change in value — buy low, sell high, and watch your portfolio grow!