Rus'

Rise of Russia 20 BC - AD1584

A game by Randy Moorehead

3 - 4 Players 180 minutes Low

Area Movement, Dice Rolling, Variable Player Powers

Ancient, Civilization, Medieval, Wargame

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey through 1700 years of Russian history in Rus': Rise of Russia 20 BC - AD1584. This game is designed for 3 to 4 players and takes around 180 minutes to play. Each player will guide 8 national/ethnic groups, including the Huns, Goths, and Mongols, as they navigate the rise and fall of great city-states like Kiev, Novgorod, and Moscow. With easy-to-learn rules and mechanics like area movement, dice rolling, and variable player powers, Rus' offers a fun and engaging experience. The game's detailed unit appearance schedule and scoring system add depth and complexity, but the movement and combat systems are simple and intuitive, making it accessible to fans of games like Risk or Vinci. Published in 2000 and designed by Randy Moorehead, Rus' is a great choice for those who enjoy ancient, civilization, and medieval-themed games with a hint of wargame strategy.