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Onryō: First Seal

Onryō: First Seal

2026·Krisztina Felmery, Tamas Leidal, Pierrot

1 - 5 players
15 - 30 min

From BoardGameGeek

The ritual has begun. Coordinate or fall. Onryō: First Seal is a fast-paced, standalone cooperative tactical game steeped in Japanese folklore. Serving as the prequel to Onryō: Seeking Solace, the story unfolds centuries before the ancient chains are shattered. From the dark fissures of the underworld, the Onryō has awakened-a terrifying spirit born from ultimate betrayal and driven by absolute vengeance. Sweeping across the land, her wrath stirs ancient Yōkai spirits. If she recruits eight spirits, she will become an unstoppable force of destruction. As elite ninjas from three distinct clans, players represent the land's final line of defense. Stepping into the shadows armed only with stealth and pure cooperation, you must enter the corrupted grid, coordinate team movements, and trap the vengeful spirit before time runs out. For an even greater challenge, enter Tatari Mode, where every recruited monster makes the Onryō stronger and triggers unpredictable disruptions to your plans. -description from the publisher

Onryō: First Seal

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Learn to play

How to Play Onryō: a modern take on hunt games!10:10

How to Play Onryō: a modern take on hunt games!

Riffle Shuffle & Roll

Riffle Shuffle & Roll

Review

Onryo: First Seal Kickstarter Review8:55

Onryo: First Seal Kickstarter Review

Better Half Reviews

Better Half Reviews

Which Onryō: First Seal video should I watch?

Onryō: First Seal has 3 videos from 3 creators: 2 reviews and 1 how-to-play guide. They date from September 2026.

To learn the rules, start with "How to Play Onryō: a modern take on hunt games!" by Riffle Shuffle & Roll, which runs 10 min.

For an opinion before you buy, start with "Onryo: First Seal Kickstarter Review" by Better Half Reviews.

If you like it, try Robo Rescue, Robo Rescue: Origins and Caravanserai, also by Pierrot, or Reviving Kathmandu, also by Krisztina Felmery.

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Onryo: First Seal Kickstarter ReviewReview8:55

Onryo: First Seal Kickstarter Review

Better Half Reviews

Better Half Reviews

How to Play Onryō: a modern take on hunt games!How to play10:10

How to Play Onryō: a modern take on hunt games!

Riffle Shuffle & Roll

Riffle Shuffle & Roll

ONRYO: First Seal | A Light, Cooperative Tactical GameReview11:14

ONRYO: First Seal | A Light, Cooperative Tactical Game

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About Onryō: First Seal

From BoardGameGeek:

The ritual has begun. Coordinate or fall. Onryō: First Seal is a fast-paced, standalone cooperative tactical game steeped in Japanese folklore. Serving as the prequel to Onryō: Seeking Solace, the story unfolds centuries before the ancient chains are shattered. From the dark fissures of the underworld, the Onryō has awakened-a terrifying spirit born from ultimate betrayal and driven by absolute vengeance. Sweeping across the land, her wrath stirs ancient Yōkai spirits. If she recruits eight spirits, she will become an unstoppable force of destruction. As elite ninjas from three distinct clans, players represent the land's final line of defense. Stepping into the shadows armed only with stealth and pure cooperation, you must enter the corrupted grid, coordinate team movements, and trap the vengeful spirit before time runs out. For an even greater challenge, enter Tatari Mode, where every recruited monster makes the Onryō stronger and triggers unpredictable disruptions to your plans. -description from the publisher

Designers

Krisztina Felmery, Tamas Leidal, Pierrot

Publisher

Lemery Games

Categories

Abstract StrategyAdventureMath & NumbersMiniatures

Mechanics

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