Assyria by Rio Grande Games

In the northern part of Mesopotamia, a new empire is about to emerge. Under the leadership of Assur, a city-state dedicated to the powerful mountain god, nomadic tribes gather together. However, life in the desert is precarious, and before ruling the world, one must first learn to survive.

Players take on the roles of the chiefs of nomadic tribes. They embark on a journey through the desert, seeking to find food, build wells, and construct ziggurats. Over the course of three reigns, they strive to expand the dominance of their tribe across Assyria.

The game contents include: 1 board, 40 huts in 4 colors, 16 ziggurat bases (A) in 4 colors, 16 ziggurat centers (B) in 4 colors, 16 ziggurat roofs (C) in 4 colors, 16 discs in 4 colors, 16 small grey discs (wells), 54 cards (40 x Food, 9 x Expansion, 1 x Bonus, 4 x Plow), and a rule booklet.

This game can be played by 2 to 4 players, with a playing time of approximately 45 to 90 minutes. It is recommended for ages 12 and up.

In the northern part of Mesopotamia, a new empire is about to emerge under the leadership of Assur, a city-state dedicated to the powerful mountain god. Nomadic tribes gather together, but life in the desert is precarious, and before ruling the world, they must first learn to survive.

Players take on the roles of the chiefs of these nomadic tribes, traveling through the desert to find food, build wells, and construct ziggurats. Over the course of three reigns, they strive to expand the dominance of their tribe across Assyria.

The game contents include a variety of components, such as a board, huts, ziggurat pieces, discs, and cards. The game can be played by 2 to 4 players, with a playing time of approximately 45 to 90 minutes, and is recommended for ages 12 and up.

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