STRATEGY GAMES A COLUMN OF FIRE The setting is Europe in the time of Elizabeth I. In England, France, Spain, and the Netherlands, Catholics and Protestants compete for power and influence. In this politically unstable environment, resourceful operatives and courageous secret agents plot to secure power for their rulers. The balance of power shifts back and forth amidst foiled assassinations, successful rebellions, and futile invasions. Who will best exploit the changing power conditions in Europe to win?
THE PILLARS OF THE EARTH The setting is England at the beginning of the 12th century. The construction of what is to be the greatest and most beautiful cathedral in England begins. Builders compete against each other to contribute the most to this cathedral’s construction and, in so doing, score the most victory points. What actions will you take on your path to victory? Transport yourself to Medieval England as described by Ken Follett in his best-selling masterpiece novel, The Pillars of the Earth.
Players
Ages
2-4 12
& UP
Play Time
90
MINUTES
Game Author: Michael Rieneck Game Attributes MSRP: $59.95 Strategy Luck Based on Ken Follet’s best-selling novel of the same name. History-Based Tableau Building Religious Strife Dice Rolling Trade Wars Area Control
Players
Ages
2-4 12
& UP
Play Time
90-120 MINUTES
Game Attributes Game Authors: Michael Rieneck and Stefan Stadler Strategy Luck MSRP: $59.95 History-Based Medieval Economic
Worker Placement Tableau Building Card Drafting