Ethnos
2–6 players • CMON Global Limited • 2017
- Publisher
- CMON Global Limited
- First published
- 2017
- Players
- 2–6 players
How it plays
Ethnos plays 2–6 players.
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Where it came from
Ethnos was released in 2017 by CMON, designed by Paolo Mori. The game was conceptualized as a modern take on area control mechanics, stripping away excessive complexity to focus on hand management and set collection. Mori drew inspiration from classic card-driven games, aiming to create a balanced experience that remained accessible to casual players while offering enough tactical depth to satisfy enthusiasts.
The visual design of the game, featuring a fantasy setting with diverse tribes, was handled by illustrator John Ariosa. The artistic direction leaned into a vibrant, high-fantasy aesthetic that contrasted with the relatively abstract nature of its gameplay. Upon its release, Ethnos was widely praised by the tabletop community for its streamlined rules and high replayability, quickly establishing itself as a staple in the collection of many strategy gamers.
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Ethnos is built for 2–6 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
Who publishes Ethnos?
Ethnos is published by CMON Global Limited. The catalog gives its publication year as 2017.
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