Bharata 600 BC

A game by Cristina Maiorescu, Sumit Sinha

2 - 8 Players 30 - 90 minutes Medium

Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Events, Once-Per-Game Abilities, Variable Player Powers

Ancient, Territory Building

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Description

Bharata 600 BC is a thrilling multiplayer strategy board game that drops you into the Indian subcontinent in 600 BC, a time of great change and upheaval. As a ruler of one of the 16 Mahajanapadas, or Great Kingdoms, you'll need to navigate the challenges of building and maintaining your kingdom, all while fending off rivals, natural disasters, and social events like riots. With 2 to 8 players, the game is perfect for a fun night in with friends or a competitive evening with fellow gamers. The game's normal complexity makes it easy to learn for those familiar with board games, and with playtimes ranging from 30 to 90 minutes, you can fit in a game whenever you like. As you play, you'll get to decide how to lead your armies, manage your resources, and conquer new territories to expand your kingdom. You'll also have the chance to create your own unique game avatar, choosing from a range of personality traits and abilities that will give you an edge in the game. With each turn, you'll draw resources, convert them into coins, and use them to increase your army strength or conquer new terrain. Events will trigger challenges like natural disasters and diseases, but your ability traits will help you navigate these obstacles and even turn them to your advantage. With a high level of control over your play style and outcome, you can choose to focus on combat, objectives, or collaboration - the choice is yours in Bharata 600 BC.