Katas is designed for the true card game aficionado. Fun and strategic, it embroils four players, in two teams of two, in an intense struggle for victory. To start each round, the players bid to decide the attacking team, the trump and the target number of points. Next, the hand plays out in 12 turns, during which the defending team will do its utmost to prevent the attackers from accomplishing their goals. Though the structure is classic, the rules are unique and exceptionally well-balanced.