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2019BGG rank #4,672

Crusader Kings

by Tomas Härenstam, Nils Karlén, Jon Manker, Martin Takaichi · Free League Publishing

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Players3–5
Time180–150m
ComplexityMedium
Age14+

About the game

What is Crusader Kings?

Based on the acclaimed grand strategy computer game, Crusader Kings – The Board Game puts 3–5 players in charge of the historical dynasties of medieval Europe. Lead your dynasty to triumph through building your Realm, conducting Intrigue, collecting Taxes, waging War, and going on Crusades. The player who earns the most Victory Points through these five action categories wins.

How it plays

Mechanics

Action PointsArea ControlCard Play Conflict ResolutionHand ManagementVariable Player Powers

On the shelf

Categories

MedievalPoliticalStrategyTerritory BuildingWargame

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