Merchants of Araby
A game by Jay E. Treat, III
2 - 5 Players 45 - 90 minutes Low
Hand Management, Trading, Variable Player Powers, Worker Placement
Arabian, Card Game, Economic, Negotiation, Print & Play
Description
In Merchants of Araby, you'll embark on a thrilling adventure to become the wealthiest merchant prince or princess in all of Araby. With easy-to-learn rules, 2 to 5 players can join in on the fun, navigating the world of trading and negotiation in 45 to 90 minutes. You'll establish an entourage of merchants and allies, teach virtues, and summon djinni to aid you in your quest for wealth. As you take turns performing actions like playing cards, tasking merchants, and starting caravans, you'll need to negotiate with your opponents to get ahead. The game is divided into four rounds, each representing a season of the year, and the player with the most coins at the end is declared the winner. With its unique blend of hand management, trading, and variable player powers, Merchants of Araby offers a captivating experience that's perfect for fans of economic and negotiation games.
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