The White Castle - Playthrough & Review
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Published 2023-10-18
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Filmed a 2-player board game playthrough and review of "The White Castle" designed by Isra C. and Shei S. & published by Devir in 2023. The video includes a board game rules overview. Let us know what you think about the game in the comments section below!
JUMP:
00:00 - Start/Teach
18:21 - Playthrough Start/Player Setup
20:39 - Round 1
32:31 - Round 2
48:11 - Round 3
01:03:43 - Review
BGG Listing: boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/371942/white-castle
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All Comments (21)
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Fun fact! The 'big fish' is a Japanese sea creature called a Shachihoko. There are several pairs on top of Himeji Castle (and many other older wooden structures) roof because the creature swallows large amounts water and was thought to protect buildings from fire with the water/controlling the rain. I was able to see them when I was there so I was excited to see them in the game. Thanks for the play through!
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I was on the fence about this game, watched several top 10s, reviews and tutorials. After watching this, I bought it. Stellar explanation! Tyvm!!
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Yall's playthrough and review videos make me so happy. Y'all rock! Best board game channel on the internet.
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As a Japanese history nerd, and a lover of dice worker placement, I am suuuuuper stoked to get my hands on this one. Devir has been straight fire lately, especially their heavier offerings like Lacrimosa. Aaaaand having a euro we could get in and out of in under an hour would be a BIG selling point for our table haha
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Great job, love the thoughtful commentary. And it was such a cool bonus to see the photo of you two at the actual White Castle!! 😯👏👏👏
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You just made me put this on my wishlist. I mean almost everything from Devir immediately goes on my list.. but I already have Bitoku and Bamboo, and I almost convinced myself I've had enough of this theme/vibe. But apparently not, because this looks soooo fun! And it's so beautiful too. Thank you for another amazing video!
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Thanks a lot. It's always great to have your super explanation and than actually see the game being played. Just enough to jump in by myself. 🙂
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Wow, high scores! I have a game night this evening and I’ll just show your teach. Thanks!
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Thank you for the playthrough guys
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Have to explain this game to my work tomorrow! Really excited about it! thanks for the video :) really helps
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As always...great video. I'll be buying this one for sure because of it. Thank you!!!!
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My copy is pre orded here in Brazil already 😊 awsome video like ever ❤
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Game of the year so far for me. Thank you for covering it!
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Looks like a great game, excited to grab this one. Loved your playthrough and love the content!
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After I had a chance to play The Red Cathedral, I knew this was one I’d be interested in as well. Have it ordered and can’t wait for it to arrive. I’ll be sure to come back and watch this video again to learn it once I have the physical copy in front of me.
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Game is awesome, I can't decide between this and Red Cathedral but I love both! The limited actions make it even more tense :) really hope it takes off in the bgg rankings! Great playthrough and love your energy!
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thanks much for this, this one makes SO much more sense now... btw, for those who, like me, were confused on what distinguishes between the courtiers, warriors and gardeners, as from the top down view they all look the same... the gardener is holding what looks like a rake, the warrier has a sword, and the courtier isn't holding anything... those various shapes are on the board in gray, and the warrior is depicted with the sword on the left side, and the gardener with the rake on the right side...
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Excellent review!
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Thanks for the playthrough. This is a great game! Small box that packs a lot of punch. And excellent value for money too~.
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I have played 3 times at 4P, it is tense, but it’s also real fun. One of those times the set up was really good to advance on the influence track and we did manage to get into the third season without really making an effort. Overall I think this is a great game. I like it better than red cathedral and just can’t wait for the third game with a third color
