Architects of the West Kingdom

Players 1-5 (Best with 4)

Playing Time  60-80 Mins

Age 10+

Complexity 2.75/5

Type  Contracts/Open Drafting/Variable Powers/Worker Placement/Solo Variant

Architects of the West Kingdom is set at the end of the Carolingian Empire, circa 850 AD. As royal architects, players compete to impress their King and maintain their noble status by constructing various landmarks throughout his newly appointed domain. Players need to collect raw materials, hire apprentices, and keep a watchful eye on their workforce. These are treacherous times, and rival architects will stop at nothing to slow your progress. Will you remain virtuous, or be found in the company of thieves and black marketeers?

The aim of Architects of the West Kingdom is to be the player with the most victory points (VP) at game's end. Points are gained by constructing various buildings and advancing work on the Archbishop's cathedral. Throughout the game, players need to make a lot of moral decisions. However, only at game's end will their virtue be judged. A few underhand deals here and there might not seem like much, but fall too far and you will be punished. The game ends once a set number of constructions have been completed.

 

AWARDS & HONORS
2020 Nederlandse Spellenprijs Best Expert Game Winner
2020 Nederlandse Spellenprijs Best Expert Game Nominee
2020 Gouden Ludo Best Expert Game Winner
2020 Gouden Ludo Best Expert Game Nominee
2019 UK Games Expo Best Board Game (European Style) Judges Award Winner
2019 Mensa Select Winner
2019 Kennerspiel des Jahres Recommended
2019 International Gamers Award - General Strategy: Multi-player Nominee
2019 Dragon Awards Best Science Fiction or Fantasy Board Game Nominee
2019 American Tabletop Strategy Games Nominee
2018 Swiss Gamers Award Nominee
2018 Meeples' Choice Nominee
2018 Golden Geek Most Innovative Board Game Nominee
2018 Golden Geek Board Game of the Year Nominee
2018 Golden Geek Best Strategy Board Game Nominee
2018 Golden Geek Best Solo Board Game Nominee
2018 Golden Geek Best Board Game Artwork & Presentation Nominee
2018 Cardboard Republic Architect Laurel Nominee
2018 Board Game Quest Awards Game of the Year Nominee
2018 Board Game Quest Awards Best Strategy/Euro Game Winner
2018 Board Game Quest Awards Best Strategy/Euro Game Nominee

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