The Anarchy

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The Anarchy

430.5Roll & Write

Players
1–4 (Ideal 1)
Time
90 min
Complexity
Rating

Loyal nobles fortify castles, build domains, and besiege Matilda’s strongholds to prove unwavering allegiance to King Stephen during England’s civil war.

Gameplay

Across five rounds, players use multi-use cards and a flip-and-write to expand domains, unlock tech tracks, and construct siege engines through chaining and income management. Defend your castle from advancing enemies while launching assaults on strongholds to amass bravery, loyalty, influence, and might.

ThemeAbstractThemedImmersive
RandomnessLuck-ishTacticalSkill
InteractionMinimalIndirectDirect
LearningIntuitiveModerateHeavy
TempoLightThoughtfulIntense
BoardGameGeek Ratings:8.43.87BoardGameGeek

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