The Flow of History cover
2016BGG rank #2,581

The Flow of History

by Jesse Li · Moaideas Game Design

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Players2–5
Time60–90m
ComplexityMedium-Light
Age12+

About the game

What is The Flow of History?

Description from the publisher: History is a harsh river that flows steadily through the ages. Since the dawn of time, numerous civilizations have risen over the fallen ashes of others, and yet every one of them had once shone brightly in its own moment of glory! The Flow of History is yet another innovative civilization game from Taiwanese designer Jesse Li. Players develop their nation using a unique bidding/price-setting mechanism to purchase new cards, but what is paid to the supply might also be harvested into the pockets of other players later, which puts a twist on your strategy of bidding cards, and also simulates economic inflation in the game. Don't forget to build a formidable military to clash with cultures led by your enemy, and create an unforgettable tale of your civilization in The Flow of History.

How it plays

Mechanics

Auction / BiddingEnd Game BonusesIncomeMelding and SplayingOpen DraftingSet CollectionTagsTake ThatVariable Set-up

On the shelf

Categories

Card GameCivilization

Questions players ask

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