Escape from Elba

A game by James Ernest

3 - 6 Players 60 minutes Low

Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Spelling

Fighting, Racing, Word Game

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Description

In Escape from Elba, you and your friends take on the roles of Napoleon-wannabes trapped in an insane asylum, all vying to be the first to escape. With 3 to 6 players, this 60-minute game is a wild and wacky ride, full of twists and turns that will keep you on your toes. The rules are easy to learn, so you can dive right in and start battling your way to freedom. As you move from room to room, you'll encounter other "Napoleons" who are just as determined to escape as you are, and you'll have to fight them to get ahead. But here's the thing: losing isn't the end of the world. In fact, it can even be beneficial - when you lose a fight, you'll gain strength and be randomly teleported to a new location, giving you a fresh start. The winner, on the other hand, gets to collect a valuable card from their defeated opponent, or draw a new one from the stack. These cards contain letters that can be used to spell out one of six words that will ultimately lead to your escape. With a unique blend of dice rolling, hand management, and wordplay, Escape from Elba is a game that's equal parts fighting, racing, and word game - and it's a blast to play. Designed by James Ernest and originally published in 1999, this game is a classic that still holds up today, offering a fun and unpredictable experience that's perfect for groups of friends looking for a fun and challenging game night.