The Witches

2013 · Novel-based

The Witches

Players portray trainee witches in the magically charged hill country of Lancre, learning craft, using headology and magic, and serving the needs of local citizens. Gameplay has players balance personal advancement with collaborative crisis management: recruit allies from the Discworld cast, resolve problems ranging from sick livestock to invading elves, and keep escalating threats under control. The game supports competitive, cooperative, and solo modes and emphasizes resource management, area influence, and event resolution as players work to improve their witchly skills while sharing cups of tea.

Players
1–4 best 4
Playing time
90 min
Age
13+
Complexity
1.7 / 5
6.3 on LudoyaFantasyCooperative GamePoint to Point MovementSet Collection

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22
Plays logged
25
Players
52m 5s
Average play
29
In collections
1
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