The Resistance: Avalon
5–10 players • 30 min • ages 16+
- Players
- 5–10 players
- Playing time
- 30 min
- Age
- 16+
How it plays
The Resistance: Avalon plays 5–10 players, takes about 30 minutes to play, and is recommended for ages 16 and up.
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Where it came from
The Resistance: Avalon was released in 2012 by Indie Boards & Cards as a standalone sequel to the 2009 social deduction game The Resistance. Set within the Arthurian legend, the game shifts the original's dystopian sci-fi theme into a fantasy framework, pitting the forces of King Arthur against the minions of Mordred. It was designed by Don Eskridge, who sought to refine the hidden-role mechanics of his previous work by introducing asymmetric character powers that provide depth and variety to the core logic of deduction and deception.
The game is widely praised for its balance and the inclusion of specific 'special roles' like Merlin and the Assassin, which changed the genre's landscape by creating a meta-game of information management. By assigning one player the role of Merlin—who knows the traitors but must avoid detection—Eskridge created a high-stakes dynamic that has become a staple in the social deduction hobby. It is frequently cited as a definitive title in the genre for its accessibility and the way it encourages intense player interaction without requiring complex board mechanics.
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The Resistance: Avalon is built for 5–10 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
How long does The Resistance: Avalon take to play?
A game of The Resistance: Avalon is listed at about 30 minutes. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.
What age is The Resistance: Avalon for?
The Resistance: Avalon lists a minimum age of 16. That's a recommended starting age rather than a hard rule.
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