# A Tale of Pirates

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2017
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #3625
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 1.82 / 5
- **Designers**: Asger Aleksandrov Granerud, Daniel Skjold Pedersen, Daniele Tascini
- **Artists**: Ruslan Audia
- **Publishers**: Cranio Creations, asmodee, Bucaneiros Jogos, Lion Rampant Imports, MINDOK
- **Categories**: Nautical, Pirates, Real-time
- **Mechanics**: Action Queue, Action Timer, Cooperative Game, Real-Time, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Worker Placement

## Verdict
Perfect for those who love fast-paced cooperative games and want something beyond the usual. The physical sand timers add a wonderful tactile charm.Highly original sand timer mechanicIntense player-to-player interactionDiverse and engaging scenariosVery quick learning curveTotal dependence on the appCan be too chaotic for someRECOMMENDED

## Description
Dust off your captain's hat and take the helm! A Tale of Pirates is a high-energy cooperative experience where you and your crew navigate a 3D pirate ship. Your ultimate goal is to be crowned the 'Admiral of the Black', the most feared name in the Caribbean, by completing dangerous scenarios in record time. The game's most innovative twist is how it handles character actions: each player uses their own 30-second sand timer as their character piece on the ship.

Here is the catch: to perform an action—such as turning the ship, loading cannons, firing at enemies, or repairing damage—you place your sand timer in the corresponding slot on the ship's deck. You can only execute the action once the sand has completely run out. This creates a unique rhythmic flow where coordination is everything. While one player is waiting for their timer to finish to fire a shot, another must be preparing the turn, and everyone must communicate constantly to avoid disaster.

The game features ten diverse scenarios, ranging from standard piracy and treasure hunts to epic Kraken battles and daring prison breaks. To keep the adventure on track, a companion app (for smartphone or tablet) guides the players through the missions, handles random events, manages upgrades, and saves game states for later sessions. The app also acts as the master timer for the individual rounds, which typically last about five minutes each.

Despite the real-time pressure, the game manages to balance the stress. Because the 30-second delays act as forced pauses, the crew gets brief moments to catch their breath and strategize. It's a swift-playing game with simple rules, but it delivers an exciting and involving experience with great player interaction. If you enjoy organized chaos and teamwork under pressure, this ship is ready for you to board!

## FAQ
### Do I need a phone or tablet to play?
Yes, the app is essential for guiding missions, controlling the timer, and managing game events.

### Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! The rules are simple and intuitive, allowing your group to start playing very quickly.

### Is the real-time aspect too stressful?
There is tension, but it's not overwhelming. The 30-second timer pauses give the crew moments to breathe and organize.

### How many players can join?
The game supports 2 to 4 players, and full cooperation is required to win.

### How long does a game take?
Games are swift, usually taking around 30 minutes, split into 5-minute rounds.

### What's in the box?
The highlight is the 3D pirate ship and individual sand timers for each player.

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