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Kill Merlin! a board game for 2-4 (awful) wizards

Merlin is the most powerful wizard in the land, and he has cornered the market on all mana and magical ingredients. His impetuous and unpredictable nature has made life for an aspiring magic user a challenge. As long as Merlin lives, you and your fellow wizards must hide in the shadows and watch as Merlin draws all the fame and glory unto himself.

You must kill him.

Use your wits, magical ingredients, and the very elements of nature to assemble a mystical spell that can bring Merlin down. However, as you pursue your dreams of power, so too do the other magical beings of the realm. And the only thing more dangerous than a crafty old wizard is a room full of awful wizards.

Buy ingredients, learn spells, cast spells to thwart your opponents, and be the first to defeat Merlin so that all may revere your glory!

Download Rulebook (10mb) Kill Merlin! on boardgamegeek

Game details

Beautiful artwork

Beautiful artwork, unique mechanics, high player interaction, and super crazy cutthroat gameplay!

Fast to epic

2-4 players, 30-120 minutes

Wizard chaos

Game mechanics include Set Collection, Variable Player Powers, and Take That

Fun card text and wizard pawns with removable hats

Warning! Game involves treachery

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Reviews

The Meeple Street’s Review of Kill Merlin!:

"Everyone I have played the game with has really enjoyed it and was impressed by the new take on mechanics. The game combines a unique set of mechanics and player interaction to create a superb game play experience, that keeps players focused on the game at hand. Each turn has a huge number of strategic possibilities, allowing players to attempt to get one step ahead of their opponents. The variability and chance in the game give it both unpredictability and replayability…"

The Meeple Street Blog

Games of Berkeley:

"We've enjoyed hosting your playtesting, and I'm already looking forward to stocking Kill Merlin!" - Erik, Owner of Games of Berkeley

Games of Berkeley

Nick from Board Game Brawl :

Board Game Brawl

Kim from The Boardgame Mechanics:

"...this is gonna be a really fun, thinky game. A great fun theme… you don't normally see everyone going after Merlin!" - Kim, Board Game Mechanics

Board Game Mechanics

Logan Chops Reviews:

"It's a great game, we loved playing it! The mechanics with buying the ingredients to be able to learn spells and cast spells when you can is great. The artwork is really cute. ... It's a fun, engaging game! … It's an awesome time!" - Logan, Logan Chops Reviews

Logan Chops Reviews

Preview Video
Full Gameplay Video

Nerd Dad With Running Shoes Podcast:

Episode 20 - Kill Merlin!

"A game of strategy and magic that's great for the whole family. Runaway/Nerd Dad Approval!" - Nathan B., Nerd Dad With Running Shoes, @ndwrs1 on IG

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More quotes

"A great game that puts players against one another and against Merlin, watch out for that crafty Merlin! I can't wait to have this game!" - Jenn C., @cartajenna.plays on IG

"If you like games with take that and a little luck in the cards, I highly recommend this game for you! It is a great family game, and there is one thing I can guarantee: it’s fun! I love the art!! Absolutely love the theme, art, and cards!" - Jac, @boardgamegeekca on IG

" Kill Merlin! is great competitive fun!" - Matt C., @matt_carta on IG

"That Merlin is a jerk." - Cherie, @jdcherie on IG

“ Kill Merlin! is a perfect combination of skill and luck that leads to memorable games, lots of laughs, and tons of fun! Would recommend to game enthusiasts and casual gamers alike.” - Jack B., playtester

"It was such a fun game! I can’t wait to play again!!" - Cara G., playtester

“Kill Merlin is an A+!” - David S., Moosetache Games

"Merlin! Even when you're good, you're bad! You're just not a nice guy!" - Alex, playtester

"Loved how the game could change on a whim." - Jeff H., GenCon playtester

"Complete mayhem! Loved the game, plan to back!" - Ben A., GenCon playtester

"Super crazy cutthroat gameplay with tons of twists and turns. Just awesome, totally loved it." - Carson F., GenCon playtester

"Great game! Merlin cards are great, switches things up. I will kickstart this game." - Donnie K., GenCon playtester

"I like the amount of randomness in the game. It makes it unpredictable which I like. Having the same strategy every playthrough is no fun… I love the wizard pieces!" - Carrie B., GenCon playtester

"Killer game! Krazy fun! Great guys! Thank you!" - John N., GenCon playtester

"The game was a very fun and entertaining experience. I enjoyed it and would play this again." - Shaylee K. (12 years old), GenCon playtester

"Very fun! Loved it. Simple yet makes you think. Will for sure fund the kickstarter." - Codi R., GenCon playtester

"Liked: Random card placement, limited spell usage, balanced feel, art style and flavor text of cards. Disliked: N/A" - Ben W., GenCon playtester