El Grande

König & Intrigant

A game by Wolfgang Kramer, Richard Ulrich

2 - 5 Players 90 minutes Medium

Area Majority / Influence, Auction/Bidding, Hand Management, Simultaneous Action Selection

Political, Renaissance

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Get ready to experience the thrill of El Grande like never before with the König & Intrigant expansion. Designed by the renowned Wolfgang Kramer and Richard Ulrich, this 1997 release is a game-changer for fans of the original. With its normal complexity rules, players familiar with board games will have no trouble diving in and mastering the new mechanics. In this expansion, the traditional action cards and turn-order cards are replaced with a single set of cards, streamlining the gameplay and introducing a fresh layer of strategy. As you gather around the table with 2 to 5 friends, you'll each cull your personal play deck to 13 cards, setting the stage for a 90-minute battle of wits and cunning. Each turn, you'll select a card that determines your turn order priority, the number of caballeros to add to your court, and the number of caballeros eligible to join the board, all while executing a carefully chosen action. With its unique blend of area majority, auction, hand management, and simultaneous action selection mechanics, El Grande: König & Intrigant promises to deliver a captivating and unpredictable experience that will keep you coming back for more. Whether you're a seasoned El Grande enthusiast or just discovering the series, this expansion is sure to delight and challenge you in equal measure.