Guild Ball

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hey everyone welcome back to watch it played
this is going to be a quick news and updates video and at the end I'm going to have a contest to give away a game so stick around for that
it's just going to be slight slight disruption to the recording schedule
speaking of content a few hours from now at the time of this recording of course pep and I are going to be going live with another one of our live Q&A videos
What if they included an optional add-on with another Kickstarter they're already running and that way the miniature is just added on to shipping they're already planning to do
I just wanted to start by mentioning that for the last week I've been working on painting up some Miniatures for the game Guild ball
I also need to say a huge thank you to our friends over at kolman you're not
I love these guys I love their content and one of the benefits of having a platform which I'm very fortunate to have like this one with so many enthusiastic viewers is that I can occasionally come on here and plug something that I'm excited about and would love to see supported
it says I am scorpy Marty one of the co-hosts of that podcast and I at the cool Min or not Expo last year and we were teamed up in a game of times up
I know there's lots of things competing for your attention so I really appreciate any of the time that you do give to us
to wrap up I'd just like to say a quick thank you to you thank you for watching this video and any of the other videos that we have on this channel
you have to get your contest entries in by March 19th 2016 and we'll do a draw shortly after that

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hi everyone welcome back to watch it played my name is Rodney Smith this is going to be a very quick news and updates video primarily I just want to run the contest to give away this copy of fuse that we started a few weeks ago but I also want to give you a couple quick updates on the channel as well
this is complex Euro game and it's probably going to be one of the most ambitious projects that I've worked on so the script is taking me a little longer
although the paint jobs aren't perfect I think they'd be passable for some video I'm considering this game for a possible feature
so what we've been doing lately is having table talk on a Tuesday table talk back on the following Tuesday and then a live Q&A on the Tuesday after that and then repeating that cycle
not only do we answer questions but we also try to play a game or two talk about some games and just get up to some other General Shenanigans
the winner of this watch it played contest is Benjamin Cocker congratulations Benjamin I'll send you an email get your mailing address and then ship this on to you as soon as possible
I also forgot to mention I'm recording a video to talk about this the game canopy it's a new product coming to Kickstarter that will provide you an alternative way of carrying your games to game group or wherever you're trying to take them

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Terrain can be customized to represent various settings like ruins, town squares, or icy landscapes.
Terrain rules are explained for open ground, rough ground, fast ground, obstructions, barriers, and forests.
Guild plots add a layer of planning and scheming for guilds vying for power.

Cons

Terrain is not recommended for the first few games.
Guild plots are optional and do not come in the starter set.
Line of sight is blocked through forests.
Kicking from within or to a forest incurs a -1 die penalty.

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the planning and scheming of the various guilds that vie for power and wealth behind the scenes

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Guild plots — Optional cards that players can use. Each player is dealt five plots secretly and discards two. When a requirement on a plot is met, it can be revealed to claim a reward. This represents behind-the-scenes guild scheming.
momentum — Used to activate heroic plays. One plot allows a player to effectively get a heroic play for free by spending one momentum point and then gaining one back.
terrain — Different terrain types affect movement and combat. Open ground has no effect. Rough ground imposes a -2 inch penalty to base and max move values during an advance, applied only once per advance and not affecting repositions. Fast ground grants a +2 inch bonus to base and max move values during an advance, applied only once per advance and not affecting repositions. Obstructions provide cover, imposing a -1 to Tactical ability for attacks against models benefiting from cover. Models can move over or stop on obstructions if there's room for their base. Barriers, like goalposts or buildings, also grant cover but block line of sight and cannot be moved into or placed onto. Forests are both rough ground and provide cover, but block line of sight through them and impose a -1 die penalty to kicks from or to within a forest, applied only once per kick.

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hi welcome back to watch it played my name is Rodney Smith and this is the final part in our continuing series to learn the two-player game Guild ball using the kickoff starter set
for your first few games I don't recommend that you use terrain but when you're ready there are some terrain tokens included in this starter set
the most important thing is that both players know what it represents
just make sure before the game begins that players both agree on how the terrain will be treated
you only need one shared deck between the players and you'll want them from the season that you're playing in
if you have any questions about anything you saw in these videos don't hesitate to put them in the comments below

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Pros

Momentum adds excitement and synergy.
Multiple ways to gain and spend momentum.
Counter-attacks add strategic depth.
Teamwork actions enhance passing plays.
Conditions provide interesting challenges and consequences.

Cons

Cannot gain momentum when the ball is in own goal area.
Counter-attack momentum point is lost if the model is unable to attack.
Snap shot requires two net hits to score.

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bleed condition — When a model is suffering from bleed, they will lose three health points. This condition is always removed at the end of the maintenance phase.
bonus time — When resolving a target number test, after all modifiers to the dice pool have been factored in, a model can spend one momentum to add a die to their pool before rolling. May only be used and paid for once during each target number test.
burning condition — Loses one health point during each maintenance phase that the condition is active and also loses two inches from both its base and max move values.
come on mate — Costs two momentum points and allows a model to target another friendly model within eight inches and line of sight, who will then recover for health points or remove all conditions. A model can only benefit from come on mate once each turn.
Conditions — Remain on a model until something removes them. If they cause damage, it is known as condition damage. Resolved during the maintenance phase.
counter attack — After an attack or charge is declared against a model, that model can respond by spending one momentum point to declare a counter attack. After the initial attack is resolved, the target model may then make an attack against the original model if it's able. A model may only declare a counter-attack once per turn against each different enemy model that might attack it, spending a momentum point each time. A model may not declare a counter-attack against a counter-attack. Momentum points are not generated from Momentis playbook results chosen during a counter-attack.
defensive stance — When a charge is declared against a model, the target may immediately spend one momentum to gain +1 defense for the duration of the charge.
give and go — After a successful pass to a target friendly model, the active model may spend one momentum point to perform a dodge of up to four inches.
glide — A model may spend one momentum point to move across rough ground without penalty for the rest of the turn.
knocked down condition — Does not block line of sight, can't engage an enemy model, can't use any of its character plays, and can't have possession of the ball. If knocked down while it has the ball, scatter it with the standard scatter template. A model also can't make an advance or make a move by any means other than dodges or from a push. Suffer minus one to its defense. If a model forfeits its standard advance, it may remove the knockdown condition.
momentum — Points collected that represent the building excitement of the game, the cheers of the crowd, and the growing synergy of players. Can be gained and spent in various ways. Earned by individual models but go into a team pool. A team will never generate momentum while they have a friendly model in possession of the ball anywhere within the area behind their own goal line, or if the ball is free within that area as the result of their own failed kick, a goal kick that deviated into this area, or if it was placed there for some reason by that team's controlling player.
pass and move — After a successful pass to a target friendly model, the receiving model may spend one momentum point to make a 4-inch dodge.
poison condition — Loses two health points during the maintenance phase. The condition is not automatically removed.
Run the Length — After scoring a goal, the active model may spend one momentum point to immediately make a dodge up to four inches prior to the goal kick that will send the ball back into play.
snap shot — After a successful pass to a target friendly model, the receiving model may spend two momentum points to immediately make a snap shot at the goal without spending any influence. Two net hits are required to score instead of the usual one. A screamer can be scored by rolling two sixes, gaining two momentum points instead of the usual one for a successful shot on goal.
snared condition — Does not take damage during the maintenance phase but suffers minus one from its defense stat and also loses two inches from its base and maximum values.
Take a Breather — Once during a model's turn, it may spend one momentum point to either recover for health or remove all of its conditions.
taking out condition — Can occur when a model's health is reduced to zero or when it's forced involuntarily off of the pitch. If it was in possession of the ball, scatter the ball like you did for the knockdown condition. The model is then removed from the pitch and any other conditions it is suffering are removed as well. While a model is taken out, it can't become active and cannot receive or generate any influence for the team. Harmony will be able to return to the pitch during the next maintenance phase if the controlling player chooses to.

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my name is Rodney Smith and this is the next part in our continuing series to learn the two-player game Gill ball using the kickoff starter set
momentum is something we've talked about before these are points that you collect that represent the building excitement of the game the cheers of the crowd the growing synergy of your players
all of the previous ways we've looked at for spending momentum are considered their own actions but for the purposes of gameplay the following uses for momentum are not considered actions
and those are the uses for momentum and don't worry you don't need to memorize these on the steam forage web site in the resource area for Gil ball you'll find these reference cards that list all the momentum options as well as actions and their modifiers playbook results the sequences of a turn and the various conditions a model can suffer which we'll learn about in detail right now
and with that you now know the rules to momentum and conditions in the next and final video in this tutorial series to learn Guilbeau we're going to learn about guild plots and terrain

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Tokens are included for sustained effects as a handy reminder.

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character plays — Skills and abilities of players that come in three types: character, heroic, and legendary. Character plays are found on the front of a character's profile with a name and description. They can cost influence or a GB symbol. Heroic plays cost one momentum point and can only be used once per turn. Legendary plays can only be used once per game.
Character Traits — These are listed on the back of profiles. Some are passive, always active or active under certain conditions. Others are active, meaning the player may choose to use them when listed conditions are met. Traits may not interrupt another action.
heroic plays — These plays are found on the back of character profiles, cost one momentum point, and may only be used once per turn. They generally last until the end of the turn.
legendary plays — These plays are also found on the back of character profiles and have no cost. They can only be used once per game, even if the model is taken out and returns. Effects last until the end of the turn.
once per turn — A check mark in the 'OPT' column means the play may only be used once during a turn. An 'X' means it can be resolved several times if the cost is paid each time.
sustained effects — Plays with sustained effects last until the end of the current turn. Tokens are used as reminders.
target number test — Used to determine success for some plays, especially those paid for with influence. The number of dice in the pool is equal to the influence cost. A modifier applies for 'crowding out' (enemy models engaging). The target number is the defense value of the model being targeted. Some plays automatically succeed without a test, especially when paid for with GB symbols or targeting friendly models with influence.
Targeting — Models must be within range and line of sight. Range can be a distance in inches, 'self', or 'P' (Playbook icon). Some plays can target other models within range even if not the original target of an attack.
zone effects — Includes Aura (constantly active effect within range), Pulse (effect resolves only when triggered and ends immediately), and Area of Effect (AOE) (targets a circular zone on the pitch). AOE effects can be sustained or ongoing.

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hi welcome back to watch it played my name is Rodney Smith and this is the next part in our continuing series to learn the two-player game Gil ball using the kickoff starter set
but until the next episode thanks for watching

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Movement rules are clearly explained, covering various aspects like straight lines, changing direction, and obstacles.
The three types of standard advance (Jog, Sprint, Charge) are detailed with their costs and benefits.
Parting blows are introduced as a reactive combat mechanic triggered by movement.
Repositioning movements like Dodges and Pushes are differentiated from advances.
Detailed rules for ball possession, including how it's gained, lost, and scatters upon knockdown.
Snap to rules for gaining possession of a free ball are explained, including tie-breaking mechanics.

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Advance Conditions — When moving towards something, the distance to the target must always be decreasing. When moving away from something, the distance must always be increasing. Moving directly towards a target requires following an exact path from center point to target center point. Moving directly away follows the same principle of a precise line, always increasing distance.
Ball Scatter — If a model in possession of the ball marker suffers the knockdown condition, the ball marker scatters. A standard scatter template is used, centered on the knockdown model, with the '1' pointing towards the active model's goalpost. A die roll determines the direction of scatter, and a second die roll determines the distance in inches from the knockdown figure's base, centering the ball marker on the target distance.
Movement — Models always go in straight lines but can change direction at any point. Distances are measured from the nearest point on the edge of a model or marker's base. Models cannot move over another model's base and must choose a path around them.
Parting Blow — If an active model leaves the melee zone or line of sight of an enemy model it is engaged by during an advance, that enemy model may immediately perform a parting blow. This is an attack that does not cost influence and grants a +2 bonus to the tack value (roll an additional two dice). Modifiers from ganging up or crowding out are ignored. Momentum points from playbook results cannot be generated. Only damage, knockdowns, or tackle results can be chosen. A model may suffer several parting blows but cannot continue movement if knocked down. Repositions (Dodges, Pushes) do not trigger parting blows.
Possession of the Ball — When a model has possession of the ball, it travels with them. The ball marker is placed against the figure's base, but has no physical position on the pitch. The ball marker remains with the model throughout its movement. If a model is not engaged, it may give up possession of the ball by placing the marker within 1 inch of the figure. A model cannot regain possession within the same activation after giving it up.
Repositioning — Any type of movement not classified as an advance, such as Dodges and Pushes. Dodges allow changing direction, while Pushes do not. If a push would result in running into an obstruction or another model's base, the push must stop. A push is not considered voluntary movement. Repositions receive no penalties or bonuses from terrain or ground unless otherwise noted.
Snap To — A model that starts its activation or moves within 1 inch of a free ball may take possession by snapping it to its base. This can be done even if the model is not currently active if the ball is placed within an inch of it. A knocked down model cannot have possession of the ball. If multiple models are within 1 inch of a free ball when it is placed, they each roll a die and add their base kick value; the model with the highest total gains possession. Ties are resolved by re-rolling until possession is assigned.
Standard Advance — At any point during a model's activation, it can perform a standard advance in one of three ways: Jog (no influence cost, move up to base move amount), Sprint (costs one influence, move up to max move value), or Charge (targets an enemy model within line of sight not currently engaging, costs influence, move in a straight line towards the target up to max move distance, ending engaged with the target and performing an attack with a +4 dice pool bonus. If the charge fails to end engaged, it is unsuccessful and the activation ends. A charge requires moving towards the target, not necessarily directly towards, and can navigate around obstructions.

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models always always go in straight lines but can change direction at any point
if during an advance the active model leaves the melee zone or the line of sight of an enemy model that it is engaged by that enemy model May immediately perform a parting blow against it
this is any type of movement not classified as an advance

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Explains actions like movement, kick, attack, and special abilities.
Details the process of attacking, including influence cost, dice pool generation, and modifiers.
Explains line of sight rules and how terrain or other models can block it.
Clarifies the concept of 'engaging' an opponent.
Breaks down target number tests and how successes are calculated.
Introduces the playbook and how net hits unlock results.
Explains various playbook results like damage, push, dodge, knockdown, tackle, and character plays.

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attack — A model can spend one influence to make an attack against an enemy model it is engaging. The attack dice pool is generated using the active model's current tactical ability (Tac) and may be modified by other effects.
Character Play (GB) — A special ability that can be triggered using Guild Ball (GB) symbols from a model's playbook. Each GB symbol is tied to a specific cost and can trigger a corresponding character play.
Damage — A result that reduces the target's health by a specific amount, potentially modified by other effects.
Dice Pool Modifiers — Dice pools can be modified by effects such as 'ganging up bonus' (extra dice for friendly models engaging the target) or 'crowding out' (losing dice for each enemy model engaging the attacker, but the pool can never be less than one die).
Dodge — A result indicated by an arrow pointing left, allowing the attacking model to move themselves up to the total distance indicated. Can change direction.
Engaging — A model is engaged if the target is within its melee zone and line of sight can be established. Models can be engaged by multiple other models and can engage multiple models.
Knockdown (KD) — A condition applied to a target model, represented by a token. Cannot be chosen if the target is already knocked down.
Line of sight — Line of sight must be established to target an enemy model, meaning a clear line can be drawn from the attacker's base to the target's base. This line can be blocked by terrain or intervening models.
Momentous Result — Results with a colored, non-white background on the playbook that generate one momentum point for the team.
Momentum Points — Generated by momentous results and represented by tokens. Can be used to trigger effects.
Movement — Actions can include movement, kick, attack, or special abilities.
Net Hits — The final number of successes after subtracting the target's armor value and any other modifiers. An attack succeeds if it generates at least one net hit.
Playbook — A series of circled values on a model's profile card. Net hits unlock columns from left to right, and a player chooses a single result from the unlocked columns. Some results may have multiple effects.
Push — A result indicated by an arrow pointing right, representing 1 inch of movement for the target model. Multiple push symbols add up to a total push distance.
Tackle (T) — A result that allows the attacker to gain possession of the ball if the target model has it. Cannot be chosen if the target does not have possession.
target number test — Many actions require a target number test, where dice rolled must equal or exceed a target number. For attacks, the target number is the target model's defensive ability.

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hi welcome back to watch it played my name is Rodney Smith and this is part three in our ongoing series to learn the two-player game Guild ball using the kickoff starter set
but until the next episode thanks for watching

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Activation — Players take turns activating one friendly model at a time until all models have been activated once per turn.
Conditions — Represented by tokens, these affect models, such as 'poisoned' which causes damage or 'taken out' when a model is removed from the pitch.
icy sponge — A term representing treated wounds for models that have been taken out, allowing them to return to the pitch with adjusted health.
influence pool — Generated by models on the pitch and goals scored, this pool of tokens is then assigned to friendly models to perform actions.
initiative — Determined by dice rolls modified by momentum points, deciding the order of actions and turn phases.
Momentum Points — Points gained by players that are added to dice rolls for initiative and retained for the next turn if not used.

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Now, I'm sure you'd like to dive right in, get on the pitch, pass the ball, knock over an opponent, and go for the goal. But first, we need to learn about the sequence of a turn.

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Pros

Successful passes to friendly models grant possession and a momentum point.
Successful shots on goal grant victory points and momentum points.
Screamers grant two momentum points.
Scoring grants bonus influence for subsequent turns.
Goal kicks provide an opportunity for possession.
Throw-ins are resolved via standard scatter.

Cons

Shots on goal require spending momentum points.
Unsuccessful passes result in ball scatter.
Unsuccessful shots on goal result in ball scatter.
Scatters can lead to interceptions.
Scattering into the goalpost does not count as a score.
A score ends the active model's activation immediately.

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Ball Scatter — When a pass is unsuccessful, a kick scatter is performed using a template centered on the target model or spot, with an arrow indicating the direction of travel. A die roll determines the scatter direction and another die determines the distance. If kicking to a spot and successful, the player has the option to re-roll the kick scatter once. If kicking to a spot and unsuccessful, the initial scatter result is final. When a shot on goal is unsuccessful, a kick scatter is performed centered on the goal post, and the ball stops at the point of contact if the new ball path intersects the goalpost. If the ball leaves the pitch, it is placed on the center spot and a standard scatter is resolved as a throw-in.
Goal Kick — After a team scores, the opposing team performs a goal kick. The ball is centered on any spot within 10 inches of their goal post and then a kick scatter is performed with the template's arrow pointing from the goalpost. The ball then lands at a scatter destination, and if within 1 inch of a player, that player can choose to snap the ball to their base to take possession.
Interception — During a kick scatter, the closest model encountered within the new ball path (from the kicking model to the final resting place) may choose to take possession of the ball. This opportunity is given to each subsequent model within the path if the previous model declines, until the final spot. Interceptions can only be made on scatters involving the kick scatter template and not the standard scatter template. Goal kicks may never be intercepted.
Kicking — The kick action can be made by an active model in possession of the ball and will either be considered a pass if it targets a friendly model or a spot on the pitch, or if it targets an enemy's goal post it's considered a shot. The kicking model must spend one influence, and if making a shot on goal, must also spend one of the team's momentum points. The target does not need to be within line of sight but must be within the model's kick distance. The ball path is 30mm wide. The number of dice used for the dice pool is based on the kicking model's base kick value, minus one die for each enemy engaging the model and one die for each intervening model within the ball path, but the pool cannot be reduced below one. A target number test of four or higher is required for success.
Least Disturbance — When placing the ball marker, if the intended spot is on top of another model or terrain, it is placed as close as possible to the correct position without disturbing them.
Modifiers to Kick Target Number — If the target is not within line of sight, add one to the target number test. If the kick is a pass to a friendly model, increase the target number by one for each enemy engaged with that model. If the kick is to an enemy goal post within 4 inches, it's called a 'tap in' and the target number is reduced by one.
momentum — A team gains momentum points when a friendly model successfully passes the ball. If a shot on goal is successful, the team also collects a momentum point. Performing a 'screamer' (two or more sixes on a kick roll) grants two momentum points instead of one. Teams also get an extra influence point for each goal scored during the game, referred to as 'goal influence'.
scoring — A successful shot on goal scores for the team. When a team scores, they gain four victory points and one momentum point. If the kick resulted in two or more sixes, it's called a 'screamer' and they gain two momentum points. If the active model scores during its activation, its activation ends immediately. The ball is then returned to the pitch with a goal kick.

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if your team hasn't gained any momentum yet that round you will not be able to take a shot at the opponent's goal
any enemy model not engaging the kicking model but with any part of its base within that path is referred to as an intervening model
for the kick to succeed After Rolling you'd need to see at least one result of four or higher
if the kick is a pass to a friendly model as we're doing in this example then you would also increase the target number by one for each enemy engaged with that model
if the kick is to an enemy goal post within 4 in of the model making the shot then this is called a tap in and you reduce the target number to roll by one
when a team scores give them four victory points they also gain one momentum point and if their kicks Target number test resulted in two or more sixes in that role this is called performing a screamer and they gain two momentum points instead of one
the closest model first encountered within the path whether friendly or otherwise may choose to take possession of the ball this is known as an interception
if the new ball path would cause the ball to intersect with the goalpost for example if its final scatter point was here the new ball path would instead travel through the goalpost in that case it can't count as a score as the kick was ultimately unsuccessful but because the goal post is a barrier the ball will stop dead at the point it would make contact with it

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Pros

Taking out opponent's players significantly impacts the game and provides points.
Gaining momentum points fuels powerful abilities and turns.
Activating character abilities like commanding aura enhances team performance.
Scoring a goal provides a significant point swing.
The return mechanic (takeote) can bring back key players and change the game state.

Cons

Difficulty in hitting targets when the opponent rolls well.
Armor can negate a significant portion of damage.
Characters can be taken out of the game, reducing options.
Getting 'knocked down' makes characters more vulnerable.
Some characters might feel 'rusty' or underperform initially.

Thematic elements

Medieval fantasy sports

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Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

character abilities — Each character has unique traits and playbook actions that define their capabilities.
Charmed Male — A trait that increases defense against melee attacks.
Dice rolling — Attacks and other actions are resolved by rolling dice against target numbers.
Dodge — An action that allows a character to move a short distance, often to reposition or avoid attacks.
Football Legend — A trait that enhances kicking distance and dice for kicking actions.
Ganging Up — Attacking with nearby friendly models grants extra dice.
influence — A resource spent to activate characters, perform actions, and make attacks.
Knockdown — A condition that reduces a character's defense, making them easier to hit.
momentum — A resource gained through successful actions, used to fuel abilities and powerful plays.
Parting Blow — An attack made by a character when they are taken out of play.
player elimination — Players can be taken out of the game, affecting the team's available actions and influence.
poison — A condition that causes damage at the start of the maintenance phase.
sprint — An action that allows a character to move further by spending influence.
Takeote — A condition that allows models to return to play in the maintenance phase.
Tough Hide — A trait that reduces incoming damage.

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Quotes (from this video)

hey everybody welcome back to watch it played my name is Rodney Smith and this is Pep McDonald and we're here here to conclude our playthrough of Guild ball
Now that's going to activate tapper's commanding Aura so that means any friendly model within 4 in of Tapper is gaining plus one Tack and plus one damage on every Playbook result
I think violence is the key to your sucess uccess here if you want to win this game
Goal as usual with a goal I'm going to gain One new momentum Point as well as a new influence to spend during next turn's maintenance phase
Oh that's a screamer it is you got two sixes not that it it's over but it is technically over but might as well finish it with a screamer
well hopefully you have a good sense of how the game works and don't forget these are just two of the teams there's several other teams you can choose from as well and even within the teams you can swap different players in and out and change the composition

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Exciting goal-scoring moments
Strategic depth with character abilities
Engaging player interactions

Cons

Dice rolls can lead to frustrating misses
Complex interactions between abilities

Thematic elements

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

Activation — Players activate individual characters on their team to perform actions.
attack — Actions used to inflict damage or conditions on opposing characters.
Aura — An ability that affects models within a certain range, providing bonuses or penalties.
Character Play — Unique abilities or actions specific to individual characters, often costing influence or momentum.
Come on, Mate — An ability that allows a player to remove conditions from or heal a friendly model.
Conditions — Status effects that can be applied to characters, such as knockdown or poison, which affect their abilities or stats.
Dirty Knives — A playbook result that can apply poison or lower defense.
Dodge — A movement ability that allows a character to move a set distance without triggering reactions from enemy models.
Gang Up — A bonus to attack rolls when a character is engaged with multiple friendly models or when an enemy is engaged with multiple friendly models.
Heroic Play — A special play that can be used by certain characters, often costing momentum, to gain additional benefits like extended kick distance.
influence — A resource spent by players to activate characters and perform certain actions.
Kick — An action used to pass the ball to another player or to attempt a shot on goal.
momentum — A resource gained through successful actions or abilities, which can be spent on bonus actions or abilities.
pass — An action to move the ball between players.
Run the Length — A special move available after scoring a goal, allowing a dodge.
Scatter — A mechanic that determines the random movement of the ball after a kick, potentially changing its final position.
Singled Out — An ability that increases attack against a specific enemy model.
Take a Breather — An ability that allows a character to remove conditions.
Tough Hide — A defensive ability that reduces incoming damage.

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Quotes (from this video)

Hey everybody, welcome back to Watch It Played.
This is uh this is devastating.
Woo! I got it. Yes, you did.
This plan has got so many parts.
Well, that brings us to the end of another jam-packed actionfilled episode of Gil Ball.

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Overall sentiment (raw)

mixed

Pros

Suggestion system from viewers leads to interesting plays.
Player interaction and strategic decisions are highlighted.
The game mechanics allow for complex interactions and surprising outcomes.

Cons

Poison conditions stacking up can be detrimental.
Knockdown conditions hinder activations.
Player positioning and engagement are crucial and can be difficult to manage.

Thematic elements

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

armor — A defensive stat that reduces the number of successful hits from an attack.
attack — The action of trying to inflict damage or effects on an opponent's character.
Charge — An action that allows a character to move and attack, often with bonus dice.
Charmed Male — A defensive ability that grants bonus defense against male characters.
Counterattack — An attack made in response to an opponent's action.
Crowding Out — A bonus or penalty to dice rolls when adjacent to friendly or enemy models, affecting attack rolls.
Dirty Knives — A specific playbook result that can deal damage, apply poison, and lower defense.
Dodge — An ability allowing a character to move a short distance. Used defensively.
Dodge (as a Playbook Result) — A movement granted by a playbook result, allowing a character to move away after an attack.
Family Trait — A character trait that allows another character to use their stats.
Ganging Up Bonus — A bonus to attack rolls when adjacent to friendly models.
initiative roll — A roll made at the start of a turn to determine which player goes first.
Knockback — An effect that pushes an enemy model away from the attacker.
Knockdown — A condition that prevents a character from moving or acting normally until removed.
maintenance phase — A phase at the end of a turn where ongoing effects and conditions are resolved.
momentum — A resource used to fuel abilities, extra attacks, or remove conditions.
pass — An action to move the ball to another friendly character.
Playbook Result — Specific outcomes or actions that can be chosen from a character's playbook after a successful attack.
poison — A condition that deals damage to a character at the start of their maintenance phase.
Push — An effect that moves an enemy model a certain distance.
Scatter — The rule for determining where the ball goes when dropped or fumbled.
sprint — Used to move a character a certain distance during activation.
Tooled Up — An ability that grants a bonus to attack or defense.
Tough Hide — A defensive ability that reduces incoming damage.

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Quotes (from this video)

the suggestion actually we're going to merge with another suggestion we got from David Curl feels like we do that a lot
gbhl wanted me to use my first action to do a dirty knives against brick but with the extra bonus provided by scum being nearby I don't think we're going to need to do that
this is an interesting concept for people to be aware of certain Playbook results with ranged you can then use to hit other valid targets beyond the actual model that you initiated the attack with
violence is the answer remember that in this case it might be
your Brewers they so poetic
it's trag
I've been chipping away at you chipping I wish you were chipping I'm the one with a character named Mel and I've just been bashed over and over again I need your help guys

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Overall sentiment (raw)

positive

Pros

Accessible gateway title mentioned as a broker in the hobby

Cons

Not deeply explored in the transcript

Thematic elements

team-based tactical sports with fantasy twists
fantasy sports-themed skirmish
sporting narrative with character-driven teams

Comparison games

Moonstone
Gaslands
X-Wing
Marvel Crisis Protocol

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

team-based tactical play — coordination of multiple units/players with distinct roles

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No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

not all miniature games are Warhammer 40K
I hate you Games Workshop
there's one out there for everyone
I'm the hero that's right just this is your call to Adventure
this is your call to the adventure
this was entertaining for you I hope it was fun
start with Marvel crisis protocol an amazing game super easy to learn

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Overall sentiment (raw)

mixed

Pros

Fast-paced gameplay
Accessible entry point for guild-based strategy
High tactical depth and meaningful choices

Cons

IP/licensing uncertainties affecting future support
Rules complexity for new players
Production quality and availability concerns

Thematic elements

Rivalry, teamwork, and strategic play between guilds in a competitive sports environment.
Fantasy urban guilds compete in a street-based football/arena sport within a bustling fantasy city.
Competitive sports narrative with guild-specific flavor and character archetypes.

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

dice-driven action resolution — Key actions are resolved with dice to introduce variability, risk, and swingy outcomes.
Line of sight — Movement and line-of-sight influence passing, tackling, and shooting opportunities.
Role-specific abilities — Each guild has unique characters with special rules that shape tactics and balance.
tactical positioning — Movement and line-of-sight influence passing, tackling, and shooting opportunities.
team-based play — Players control a squad of models from the guilds and take turns activating figures for moves and actions.

Video topics + discussion points

No key topics recorded for this video.

Quotes (from this video)

Guild ball is perfect for you it's fast paced there's lots of action tons of interesting choices and the best
you're no longer prohibited from saying the words kill Paul or featuring the models of our now no longer supported property
I must depart I have a mediocre board game to produce based on a popular video game franchise
I hate you it's your fault I don't want you playing it

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Overall sentiment (raw)

mixed toward negative due to community and business decisions

Pros

Fresh take on sports-themed skirmishes in miniature form
Tactical team-building and player choice

Cons

Community backlash over discontinuation and rule changes
Perceived misalignment between IP strategy and consumer expectations

Thematic elements

Team-based sports with a strong IP and character focus
Fantasy world sports with a gritty, competitive tone
Sporting with a humorous, dark-edge flavor

Comparison games

none

Mechanics (from transcript analysis)

ball-and-goal mechanics — Team actions and plays aimed at scoring goals while managing players

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Quotes (from this video)

I love Infinity, these Miniatures are metal and the heft feels tangible
I have to have this transforming dog character
Gaslands is basically Mario Kart but in tabletop form
I still love Malifaux and the Neverborn—the Dreamer is so cool
Stanley on a park bench—terrain can be a feature, not just a backdrop
I was so irritated with Batman the Miniature Game because they released a new set and a whole new rule set

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Guild Ball - How To Play (Part 7) - Momentum & Conditions

Guild Ball - Game Play 1

Guild Ball

Guild Ball - How To Play (Part 7) - Momentum & Conditions

Guild Ball - Game Play 1

Welcome Friend

Create a New Guild