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The Machiavelli

A strategy game of royal succession that's easy to learn but hard to master.

Requirements

<30
2
12+

Description

The king has died and with only the twin princes remaining, both have claim to the crown, which means its time for internal war! Want to quickly learn how to play? Watch this video!:

The Machiavelli is an abstract two player board game where you must place and then move your pieces to either form a line of 5 of your 6 pieces or flank the enemy prince with two of your pieces in order to depose him and become the new king.

This game is one that may be quick and simple to learn however through gameplay you may find it's difficult to master due to the variety of different play styles and combinations you can experience in the quick yet intense matches you play against your friends and foes

Inspired by many ancient games such as nine men's morris among others this game would not be out of place amongst rowdy tavern goers or stern military generals and soldiers.

Components

Component Quantity Photo
Custom Medium Punchout 1 Custom Medium Punchout component icon
Medium Pro Box 1 Medium Pro Box component icon
Doubloon, Metal, Gold 1 Doubloon, Metal, Gold component icon

Vitals

Average Rating 2 reviews
Publish Date March 02, 2021
Edition First
Department Games
Tags history Abstract Strategy Moving pieces Placing pieces Historic royalty two-player Portable

Why buy this?

  • Quick but very strategic gameplay!
  • Based on various games from history!
  • No setup required, just pull out and play!

Michael G Games

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Notes

  • This game contains a premium upgrade called UV Coating that makes the printed components more durable.
  • This game contains laser cut components. Laser cut items will have a slight amount of soot around the edges, which can easily be wiped off; and will have a campfire smell for about a week after you open them.

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Ratings and Reviews

Posted 4 years ago
Played It Fun High Replay Value

It's a good game to play with a few freinds around a drink or two or to carry around in camping or larping. Sounds the counter at the bar as well as the living room table. Especialy great when you and...

Posted 4 years ago
Own It Played It Fun Priced Well High Replay Value Nice Artwork

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