Cover art for The Hammer of Thor: The Game of Norse Mythology

The Hammer of Thor: The Game of Norse Mythology

1980 · BGG
Avg rating
5.06
Bayes rating
5.48
Weight
3.40 (Medium Heavy)
Players
1-362
Playtime
2 hr
Ratings count
66

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Description

Probably the most comprehensive mythology game ever made, certainly about Norse myths. There are 365 cards, each one a different character from Norse mythology (which is why the game says that 365 people can play!)

Play evolves along two phases: adventures in the wilderness to gather forces for Ragnarok, the final battle between good and evil. The player who is on the winning side of this battle who has the highest Reputation wins the game. Beyond the 365 character cards, there are card sets representing Offspring, Shape Changing, Magic Items, Forged Magic Items, Fates, Runes, and Predictions. There is also a color map, sheets of charts, sheets for character tracking, counters and a rulebook.



Mechanics

Dice Rolling Events Paper-and-Pencil Role Playing Variable Player Powers

Themes

Fantasy Fighting Mythology

Publishers

Gameshop Nova Game Designs

Designers

Joe Angiolillo