Instructions Troyes

Objective of the Game

In Troyes, players take on the roles of influential families in medieval France. Your objective is to gain fame and prestige by developing the city of Troyes, defending against threats, and cleverly utilizing courtly, military, and religious influence opportunities. The player with the most prestige at the end of the game wins.

Setup

• Game Board: The board shows the city of Troyes with its three areas of influence (Military, Religion, and Civilian).
• Dice: Each player receives three dice of their color plus any bonus dice.
• Cards: There are three types of cards - Action Cards, Event Cards, and Personality Cards.
• Markers and Meeples: Represent your units and control over specific areas.
• Money and Resources: Used to perform actions and gain control.

Gameplay

During the game, each player follows these phases:

1. Event Phase:

2. Draw event cards that pose a threat to all players. They must be fought off or ignored, with potential costs or effects.

3. Income Phase:

4. Collect money based on your control and investment in the various buildings.

5. Action Phase:

6. Roll and place dice: Each player rolls their dice. These are placed on the board within their applicable area of influence, representing your opportunities during the turn.
7. Perform actions: Use the dice to carry out actions which can include recruiting citizens, exploiting card actions, or tackling events.

8. Dice from other players can be used for a fee, allowing for strategic balancing.

9. End Phase:

10. Prepare for the next round: Check for round consistencies and ensure all players are ready for the next round. Position the game markers correctly.

Strategic Tips

• Dice Manipulation: Control your dice outcomes to maximize resource efficiency.
• Card Usage: Various cards offer long-term advantages. Consider how to utilize them effectively throughout the game.
• Player Interaction: Be prepared to use other players' dice but always weigh the costs and benefits carefully.
• Set Priorities: Focus on controlling certain areas for maximum benefit per turn.

End of the Game and Scoring

• The game ends after a set number of rounds, depending on the number of players.
• Finally, Prestige Points are counted, gained through completed tasks, personalities, or managed areas.
• The player with the most Prestige Points is the winner.

Troyes is a strategic and tactical game requiring careful planning and adaptive thinking. Make sure to constantly adjust your strategy based on the board's dynamics and actions of your opponents.