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Element

Element 2017

7.1 /10
BGG rating
#3553
BGG rank
2.3
Weight
2–4
Players
2
Best at
30–60
Minutes
14
Age

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About the Game

Fire, water, earth, wind — these four elements have driven mankind's mythology, philosophy and science for eons. Now, master the power of these primal forces in this abstract game of capture and area control.

In Element, players take turns drawing and placing four element stones to encircle opposing sages. Each element has unique properties that players can use to block an opponent's movement. Feed walls of flame, move raging rivers, raise impenetrable mountain ranges, and even bend wind to your command. Transform one element into another with the rule of replacement or sacrifice element stones to help your sage avoid capture.

Understanding the subtle, diverse, yet powerful nature of the four elements is key to surrounding your opponent and claiming victory!

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BGG ratings
1,086 · geek rating 5.95
BGG data
refreshed Sep 7, 2026

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