Brand: Worthington Publishing

Worthington Games: Taifa Intrigue and War in Medieval Spain<br><br>Step into the rich tapestry of 11th-century medieval Spain with Taifa, an immersive board game for 0-6 players from Worthington Publishing. Set in the turbulent era of shifting alliances between Christian kingdoms and Muslim taifas, players vie for territorial control through strategic card play and conquest. This historically-inspired game features two distinct card decks - one for Christian kingdoms and one for Muslim taifas - each offering unique playing styles and tactical opportunities. The game unfolds over 4 turns on a beautifully illustrated mounted game board representing the Iberian Peninsula. With a playtime of about 2 hours, players use period-authentic event cards, troops, and response cards to expand their influence. The game includes custom dice, comprehensive rulebooks, and counter sheets adorned with medieval artwork. While maintaining the accessibility of a Euro-game, Taifa delivers deep strategic gameplay and historical immersion. Victory goes to the ruler who controls the most territory when the dust settles. Designed for players aged 18 and up, this game masterfully balances historical authenticity with engaging gameplay mechanics.

Features:

• HISTORICAL STRATEGY GAME: Taifa transports 0-6 players to 11th century medieval Spain during the era of El Cid, where you command Muslim taifas or Christian kingdoms through cunning diplomacy and military conquest
• CARD-DRIVEN GAMEPLAY: Features two distinct faction decks with historically-inspired events, troops, and response cards that reflect the unique strategies of Christian and Muslim kingdoms during this turbulent period
• ACCESSIBLE YET DEEP: Combines Eurogame complexity with rich historical flavor in a fast-paced 2-hour experience across 4 turns, where players alternate playing cards until passing or running out
• PREMIUM COMPONENTS: Includes hard-mounted game board depicting the Iberian Peninsula, custom printed dice, counter sheets, two faction-specific card decks with period artwork, and comprehensive rule book
• VICTORY THROUGH EXPANSION: Players begin with equal territories and compete to control the most areas by game end through strategic card play, forging alliances, waging war, and expanding their kingdom's influence