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Weiss Schwarz is a Japanese trading card game published by Bushiroad since 2007, in which players build decks around characters from licensed anime, manga, and video game franchises. The game organizes titles into two categories: the Weiss side (anime and manga) and the Schwarz side (video games and related media). Cards are color-coded by type and use a deck-building system that allows cross-series play in certain formats. The game targets collectors and competitive players interested in anime media franchises.
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What is Weiss Schwarz?
Weiss Schwarz is a Japanese trading card game published by Bushiroad since 2007. Players build decks around licensed anime, manga, and video game franchises rather than around a single original fantasy setting.
What do the Weiss and Schwarz sides mean?
The game organizes licensed titles into two broad groupings called Weiss and Schwarz. A player's deck is normally built around cards from compatible titles and rules within the relevant side or product release.
How large is a Weiss Schwarz deck?
A standard Weiss Schwarz deck contains 50 cards, including up to 8 climax cards under the usual deck-building rules. Players also use a level and clock system to manage damage and character strength.
How does damage work in Weiss Schwarz?
Damage is revealed from the top of the deck and can be canceled when a climax card appears during the damage check. Characters progress through levels, making the clock and climax mechanics central to the game's pacing.
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