
The Acts of the Evangelists
A game by Jeff Warrender
2 - 5 Players 45 - 60 minutes Low
Action Points, Follow
Ancient, Religious
Description
In The Acts of the Evangelists, you'll embark on a fascinating journey to create the four Christian gospels, traveling to nine cities of the Roman Empire and gathering traditions about the life and sayings of Jesus of Nazareth. This game, designed by Jeff Warrender and published in 2022, is easy to learn and can be played with 2 to 5 players, making it a great option for a fun evening with friends. With a playtime of just 45 to 60 minutes, you can dive into ancient history and explore your creative side without a huge time commitment. As you play, you'll start with three codex leaves, each capable of holding two tradition cards, and you'll acquire new traditions by physically placing them on the codex leaf cards, creating a unique and visually appealing literary account. The game mechanics, which include action points and follow tokens, allow for a dynamic and interactive experience. On each turn, you'll receive three action octagons that let you travel, gain a tradition card, interview an eyewitness, or rearrange the leaves of your text, with each action having a "weak" or "strong" form. You can also choose to follow an opponent's action using a follow token, adding a social element to the game. The game comes to a close when all nine eyewitnesses have passed away, and players earn points for the witnesses they interviewed, the literary devices they created, and the traditions they acquired that match their theme. The player with the most points emerges victorious, but the real reward is the immersive experience of exploring ancient history and creating your own unique narrative. With its engaging gameplay and historical context, The Acts of the Evangelists is a game that will appeal to fans of ancient and religious themes, as well as anyone looking for a thought-provoking and entertaining experience.
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