R&R Games Overthrone

large online retailer.comThe setting is 17th-century France; the action includes rebellion and blackmail. This complex card game is one in which each player attempts to assemble a group of key people and provinces in order to become the most powerful person in the French court. Typical elements in each game are duels attacks bribes capture of provinces musketeers courtiers and gold. There are also special people--bishops generals queens and so on--who possess special power that dramatically affects the game's outcome. Scoring is based on a point system: points are awarded to each province owned. Victory is awarded to the player with the most points at the end of the game. Each game takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes to play. If you're interested in 17th-century France's provinces nobility and history of dueling and rebellion then you'll love this card game. --Tami HoriuchiFrom the ManufacturerFrance 17th century. You are a noble vying for control in the French court. Gather your forces and call in favors as you plot your rise to power. Will you support the King or incite Rebellion? The key players include generals musketeers lords clergy and even the queen. Attract allies and eliminate enemies as you strive to increase your power and influence. Seek out courtiers loyal to your cause. Protect provinces or face Revolt. Use your Gold to bribe those whose help you'll need. Each turn you must reveal another of those who support you. Rebellion is in the air and when it strikes the throne will be up for grabs. So go forth and grab the reins of power but be careful. Push too hard and you risk excommunication imprisonment or worse. The executioner's axe. The fate of the kingdom is in the cards. Ages 12 and up. 3-6 players. Games 100 award winner.