Braggart (2010) Board Game – Board Game Guys

Braggart is a card game designed by Kyle Daniel and published by 8th Summit in in 2010. The game is set in a medieval fantasy world where players take on the role of adventurers trying to one-up each other by telling outrageous tales of their heroic exploits.

Game Components of Braggart

120 full-color cards, including:
– 92 Boast cards (divided into Scene, Deed, Foe, and Result cards)
– 10 Liar cards
– 11 Ploy cards
– 6 Summary cards
– 1 My Round card.

How To Setup Braggart

To set up Braggart, each player receives a hand of four cards. The game starts with a real-life moment of bragging among the players to determine who has performed the most impressive feat during their life; this player begins the game with the My Round card. Each round consists of two phases: the Draft phase and the Boast phase. In the Draft phase, cards equal to the number of players are drawn from the deck and laid out face-up. Players then take one of these cards in turn order, starting with the player holding the My Round card.

Gameplay Mechanics and Game Objective

Card Drafting: Players draft cards from the table based on the number of players.

Hand Management: Players manage their cards to create the best boast.

Set Collection: Players collect specific types of cards (Scene, Deed, Foe, Result) to form a complete story.

Storytelling: Players create and narrate their boasts.

Objective: The goal is to score the most Victory Points by creating the highest-value boasts. A boast must include at least a Deed and Foe card, with optional Scene and Result cards. Players can use Liar cards to undermine other players’ boasts and Ploy cards to manipulate cards in their hand or steal from other players.

Player Experience

Braggart is designed for 2-6 players and lasts about 30 minutes. The game is highly entertaining, especially for those with a background in role-playing games like Dungeons and Dragons, though no such experience is necessary. Players enjoy the humorous and outlandish stories generated by the card combinations. The game’s atmosphere is light and fun, encouraging role-playing and storytelling without requiring serious commitment.

Pros

Portability: The game is small and easy to carry.

Easy to Learn: Simple rules make it accessible to new players.

Humorous: The game is driven by humor, making it a great choice for light-hearted game nights.

Interactive: Players engage actively with each other’s stories.

Award-Winning: Braggart won the ‘Best Card Game’ at the UK Games Expo 2011.

Cons

Repetitive Combinations: Frequent play can lead to repetitive story combinations, reducing the humor over time.

Luck-Based: The game is heavily dependent on the cards drawn, which can affect strategy and fairness.

Lack of Expansions: Currently, there are no official expansions to add new cards and variability to the game.

Personal Thoughts on Braggart

Braggart is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a fun, quick, and light-hearted game that encourages social interaction and storytelling. It is particularly suited for role-players and those who enjoy humor and witty banter. While it may not offer deep strategic gameplay, it excels at providing an entertaining experience that can be enjoyed by players of all ages. However, for those seeking more complexity or variability, Braggart might eventually lose its charm without the introduction of new expansions.

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