Conflict at the Heron's Court: The White Castle Duel!

Following the arrival of the Portuguese in Japan, daimyos entered a fierce competition for control over foreign trade and technology. Himeji Castle—the "White Heron," a symbol of feudal power—has become the strategic epicenter for clans seeking to exert their influence.

The White Castle Duel is an intense, strategic game for two players where two clans compete for dominance in the court. Manage your resources, build your engine, and prove that your clan is the most worthy under the walls of the magnificent castle.
In this game, every turn is critical, and resource management is the key to your success. On each turn, you will use your lamp tokens to obtain resources and activate powerful actions. Available actions allow you to buy and upgrade influence cards, place clan seals in serene gardens or on training grounds, and move your courtier through the circles of influence. Take advantage of the foreign arrival and engage in trade to gain a technological edge your rivals lack. Your success is measured by the icons you accumulate—flags, katanas, kabutos (helmets), and origami figures—all of which reward you with points at the end of the match.

Who will exert total influence over the White Heron's court? The fate of your clan is in your hands.