Instructions Colosseum

Objective of the Game

In Colosseum, players take on the role of Roman impresarios tasked with organizing grand events in the ancient Colosseum. The aim of the game is to be the player who, over the course of the game, attracts the largest number of spectators to a single event.

Game Components

• Game Board: Represents the Colosseum, market sectors, and the arena.
• Performance Cards: Each card represents a unique event with specific resource requirements.
• Resource Tiles: These depict various elements needed for the events, like gladiators, wild animals, props, etc.
• Coins: Used for conducting actions and upgrading the arena.
• Star Tokens: Represent significant personalities that can increase audience turnout.
• Imperial Favor: Rewards that provide players advantages for hosting successful events.

Game Play

The game is played over five rounds. Each round consists of several phases:

1. Prepare Events: Each player receives income based on the audience of their previous event and can purchase new performance cards or make improvements to their Colosseum.

2. Resource Trading: Players can trade with one another to gather the necessary resources for their performances.

3. Host Performance: Players execute their events by placing resource tiles on their performance card. The goal is to meet the requirements of the performance card. The more requirements met, the more spectators the event attracts.

4. Scoring and Rewards: Depending on the success of the performance, players earn audience points and can advance in rank, unlocking more events and improvements.

5. End of Round: After all performances have been conducted, players draw new resource markers and prepare for the next round.

Strategic Considerations

• Effective Resource Use: With limited resources, players should strategically plan which performances to hold based on the resources they have access to.

• Trading and Alliances: Trustworthy alliances and trading with other players can provide the needed edge.

• Maximize Audience: A crucial focus should be on planning events that attract the maximum number of spectators.

• Wise Improvements: Select improvements based on long-term strategy to make subsequent rounds more efficient.

Colosseum requires good planning and negotiation skills to organize the best events and secure victory.