Wars of the Roses
Lancaster vs. York
A game by Peter Hawes
2 - 4 Players 180 minutes Medium
Action Queue, Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Card Drafting, Secret Unit Deployment, Simultaneous Action Selection, Team-Based Game
Civil War, Medieval, Political, Wargame
Description
In Wars of the Roses: Lancaster vs. York, you'll journey back to 15th century England and take on the role of a Lancastrian or Yorkist, vying for control of the kingdom. With 2 to 4 players, you'll gather support from major towns, noble families, and royal castles, all while navigating the complex web of alliances and rivalries. As you build your faction's strength, you'll need to manage your resources carefully, using income to raise armies and bribe nobles to switch sides. With a playtime of 180 minutes, this game is perfect for those who enjoy strategic gameplay and a healthy dose of competition. The rules are of normal complexity, making it easy for experienced board game players to dive in. As you navigate the treacherous landscape of medieval politics, you'll need to balance your pursuit of power with the need to earn prestige and wealth, all in the hopes of emerging victorious.
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