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Rurik: Second Edition
2027Stan Kordonskiy
- Videos
- 9
- Creators
- 8
Mostly reviews and playthroughs. Rurik: Second Edition is covered on BoardGameVideo.com by 3 reviews, 2 how-to-play guides, 3 recorded sessions, and 1 other video.
1 - 4 players
60 - 120 min
Heavy weight: Expect a long teach
From BoardGameGeek
Rurik: Second Edition is an immersive euro-style realm-building game set during the turbulent succession crisis of 1015, bringing to life the culture, and political intrigue of Kyivan Rus'. Designed by Stanislav Kordonskiy, illustrated by Yaroslav Radetskyi, Vlad Ricean, and art directed by Yoma. The game invites players to step into the roles of rival leaders. As the sons and claimants of Vladimir the Great struggle for legitimacy, you must build, tax, battle, and accomplish great deeds to win the support of the people and secure your place as the next ruler of Kyivan Rus'. This new edition refines and expands the original design while staying true to the heart of what made Rurik unique. The signature “auction programming” system returns, creating tense and interactive planning moments as players openly bid for actions with their advisors. Rurik: Second Edition enhances this core system with reworked combat and movement rules, updated Deeds and Scheme effects, personal player boards, new Landmarks and an entirely new Merits system that deepens strategic progression. Several elements from the Stone & Blade expansion have also been integrated directly into the base game. The result is a definitive edition that offers richer decisions, smoother flow, and a deeper connection to the history of Kyivan Rus'; perfect for returning fans and newcomers. -description from the publisher
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Which Rurik: Second Edition video should I watch?
Rurik: Second Edition has 9 videos from 8 creators: 3 reviews, 2 how-to-play guides, 3 playthroughs and 1 other video. They date from February to May 2026.
To learn the rules, start with "Rurik 2nd Edition: Tutorial & Playthrough" by Gaming Rules!, which runs 2 h 55 min. For a quicker teach, "Rurik (Second Edition) - A Preview Video (EN) by Epitrapaizoume" by epitrapaizoume runs 1 h 20 min.
For an opinion before you buy, start with "Rurik Second Edition - Can They Make One Of My Favorite Games Better?" by BoardGameCo. 3 creators have reviewed it. To see it played, watch "Rurik: Second Edition - 2 Player Playthrough" by Board Gaming Ramblings, one of 3 playthroughs.
If you like it, try Endless Winter: Paleoamericans, Dice Hospital, Minos: Dawn of the Bronze Age and Shadow Kingdoms of Valeria, also by Stan Kordonskiy.
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About Rurik: Second Edition
From BoardGameGeek:
Rurik: Second Edition is an immersive euro-style realm-building game set during the turbulent succession crisis of 1015, bringing to life the culture, and political intrigue of Kyivan Rus'. Designed by Stanislav Kordonskiy, illustrated by Yaroslav Radetskyi, Vlad Ricean, and art directed by Yoma. The game invites players to step into the roles of rival leaders. As the sons and claimants of Vladimir the Great struggle for legitimacy, you must build, tax, battle, and accomplish great deeds to win the support of the people and secure your place as the next ruler of Kyivan Rus'. This new edition refines and expands the original design while staying true to the heart of what made Rurik unique. The signature “auction programming” system returns, creating tense and interactive planning moments as players openly bid for actions with their advisors. Rurik: Second Edition enhances this core system with reworked combat and movement rules, updated Deeds and Scheme effects, personal player boards, new Landmarks and an entirely new Merits system that deepens strategic progression. Several elements from the Stone & Blade expansion have also been integrated directly into the base game. The result is a definitive edition that offers richer decisions, smoother flow, and a deeper connection to the history of Kyivan Rus'; perfect for returning fans and newcomers. -description from the publisher
Designer
Stan Kordonskiy
Artists
Yaroslav Radetskyi, Vlad Ricean, Yoma
Publisher
Fantasia Games
Categories
MedievalTerritory Building
Mechanics