A Thief's Fortune — Price & soundtrack

Artipia Games, Super Meeple, Taverna Ludica Games · Board game · 2018

7.1 Ludopedia 6.7 BGG 1–4 · best 3 Solo 45–90 min Weight 2.7/5

Buy · from US$ 10.42

7.1 rating Ludopedia

6.7 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 10.42

Our Verdict

RECOMMENDED

A Thief's Fortune is that card game that hooks you with its story and keeps you engaged with its time-manipulation mechanics. If you enjoy an Arabian fantasy theme with a touch of sci-fi, where your 'future' choices directly impact your 'present,' this one is a treat. It's a solo or group experience that makes you think ahead, planning every move to ensure the best possible timeline. Get ready for an adventure where luck and strategy blend!

Highlights

Engaging Arabian fantasy theme
Innovative time manipulation mechanic
High replayability with different paths
Immersive art components
Constant strategic challenge

Keep in mind

Significant language dependency
Initial learning curve
Best for players who enjoy planning

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About the game

What you do in a play session

In A Thief's Fortune, we are transported to Nabbarah, a dazzling city in the heart of the desert, where you take on the role of a cunning thief in search of the next big score. Your adventure begins with a break-in at the Royal Palace, hoping to find legendary treasures. But instead of gold and jewels, you stumble upon a mysterious hourglass that, upon touch, reveals an extraordinary power: the ability to glimpse your own future! Now, with the palace guards on your trail, you must use this newfound ability to navigate different paths and shape your destiny. Each player represents a possible timeline for the same character, exploring locations, interacting with local figures, and ensuring that certain events you've 'seen' in the future actually happen. The goal is to escape danger and secure the best possible fortune. The game unfolds over five rounds, where players use the open drafting mechanic to acquire location, event, and character cards. These cards are added to your 'future' area and come with resources. As you extract these resources, the cards move to your 'present' area, where their abilities can be activated to accumulate fortune points, essential for victory. Can you manipulate time to your advantage and escape unscathed with an enviable fortune?

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Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players

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2 REC

3 REC

4 REC

Soundtrack

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Game details

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Publisher Artipia Games, Super Meeple, Taverna Ludica Games, Tesla Games

Designer Konstantinos Kokkinis, Sotirios Tsantilas

Artist Kinetic

Community

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1,437owners

182wishlist

17want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions

What is the average playtime for A Thief's Fortune?

A game typically takes between 45 to 90 minutes, depending on the number of players and their familiarity with the rules.

How many players can play A Thief's Fortune?

The game can be played by 1 to 4 players, offering an enjoyable experience both solo and in a group.

Is A Thief's Fortune complex for beginners?

It has a medium weight (2.74/5 on BGG), meaning it has some strategic layers, but it's not overly complex. It might take one or two plays to get the hang of the time manipulation aspect.

What are the main components of the game?

The game is primarily card-driven, featuring different types of cards (location, event, character) that you will draft and manage throughout the game.

Who is A Thief's Fortune best suited for?

It's ideal for players who enjoy card games with a strong theme, drafting mechanics, and a good strategic challenge, especially those who like to plan their moves ahead and manipulate time.

Are there any expansions for A Thief's Fortune?

As of now, the base game offers a complete and robust experience, with no known expansions that significantly alter gameplay.

Does the game have much player interaction?

The main interaction comes from the open drafting mechanic, where one player's card choice affects the options available to others, creating indirect and strategic competition.