Objective of the Game:
The objective of Die Borgia is to collect the most power points by weaving intrigues, forming alliances, and gaining influence in Renaissance Rome.
Game Components:
- Game Board: Represents Rome and its surroundings during the time of the Borjas.
- Character Cards: Each player receives a unique card granting special abilities or actions.
- Power Cards: Represent influence, resources, or special events.
- Action Tokens: Used to perform actions.
- Influence Markers: Show power and control over certain areas on the game board.
Setup:
- Each player selects a character and receives the corresponding character card.
- Shuffle the power cards and deal a certain number to each player based on the player count.
- Prepare influence markers and action tokens.
- Set the round indicator to the first round.
Gameplay:
- Start of Round:
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Each player draws additional power cards, unless other effects prevent this.
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Planning Phase:
- Players secretly choose a power card from their hand to play in the round.
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Plan actions by placing action tokens on the game board.
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Action Phase:
- In a set order, determined by placed action tokens, players execute their actions.
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Actions can include placing or moving influence markers, playing power cards, or executing special character abilities.
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Intrigue Phase:
- Players can form or dissolve alliances in this phase. Secret negotiations are allowed.
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Power cards can trigger their special effects, potentially turning the tides.
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End of Round:
- Players count their influence markers on the board. Whoever has the most markers in an area gains additional power points.
- Advance the round indicator. After a predetermined number of rounds, the game ends.
End of the Game:
- The game ends after a certain number of rounds.
- Players tally their accumulated power points from all rounds.
- The player with the most power points wins and is declared the ruler of Rome.
Strategic Insights:
- Alliances are transient: Use them to your advantage, but never fully trust anyone.
- Character Abilities can turn a round decisively if used correctly.
- Timing Power Cards: Choose wisely when to play your best cards to gain the maximum advantage.
Good luck and enjoy the intrigues in the power struggle of Renaissance Rome!
