Brian Boru
High King of Ireland
A board game by Peer Sylvester
3-5 3-5 4
60-90 minutes Medium
No text on components is needed during play.
Drafting, Hand Management, Area Majority / Influence, Victory Points as a Resource, Point to Point Movement, King of the Hill, Variable Phase Order, Turn Order: Stat-Based, Trick-taking, Multi-Use Cards
Card Game, Medieval, Territory Building
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Description
In Brian Boru: High King of Ireland, you'll embark on a quest to unite the Emerald Isle under your rule, using a combination of strength, strategy, and savvy alliances. With 3 to 5 players, you'll navigate the complex web of medieval Irish politics, fending off Viking invasions and building monasteries to spread your influence. The game's clever mechanics, including trick-taking and area majority, make for a thrilling experience that's easy to learn but challenging to master. As you vie for control, you'll need to balance your resources and make tactical decisions to outmaneuver your opponents. With a playtime of 60 to 90 minutes, you'll have plenty of time to immerse yourself in the world of 11th-century Ireland and forge your own path to becoming the High King. Will you emerge victorious, or will your rivals outwit you? There's only one way to find out.
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