# Coup: Deluxe Edition

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2014
- **BGG Rating**: 7.3
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-8 (Best with: 6)
- **Duration**: 15 min
- **Weight**: 1.37 / 5
- **Designers**: Rikki Tahta
- **Artists**: Andrew Higgins, Luis Francisco, María Ana Paolo, Rikki Tahta, Weberson Santiago, Xavier Gueniffey Durin
- **Publishers**: Indie Boards & Cards, El Dragón Azul, Ferti, FunBox Jogos, Hobby Game Mall
- **Categories**: Bluffing, Card Game, Deduction, Party Game, Political
- **Mechanics**: Memory, Player Elimination, Take That, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
Perfect for those who love bluffing and watching friends fall into traps; fast and addictive.Intense and fun bluffingQuick and dynamic matchesBeautiful Deluxe artworkFaction expansion adds depthEarly elimination can be frustratingNot compatible with other versionsHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Imagine yourself in a desperate struggle for power, where the only thing that truly matters is who can lie the best. In Coup: Mobile Art Deluxe Edition, you step into the shoes of an influential leader trying to take down your rivals. Each player starts with two influence cards face-down; these represent both your life and your powers. The twist? You don't actually need to possess a card to use its ability. You can simply claim 'I am the Duke' to collect coins, but if someone challenges you and you're lying, you lose one of your cards. If you were telling the truth, the challenger pays the price.

This Deluxe edition is a special package featuring exclusive artwork by Banana & Co., giving a fresh visual feel to the experience. Beyond the base game, it includes 'The Reformation' expansion, which adds layers of complexity through the introduction of factions. Now, you can align yourself as either a Loyalist or a Resistant, focusing your attacks on the opposing group. But beware: politics are treacherous. It's possible to convert adversaries by paying the Treasury, but once one side is wiped out, the peace ends, and internal infighting begins to decide who the sole survivor will be.

The game is fast, tense, and filled with laughter (and some healthy arguments). You'll need a sharp memory to track who has used which power and a lot of nerve to convince the table that you are who you claim to be. With the inclusion of the Inquisitor card, the bluffing dynamics gain new nuances, forcing players to think twice before declaring their intentions. It's the perfect game for those who love intrigue and want to discover who the biggest manipulator in the group is.

## FAQ
### How many people can play?
The game supports 2 to 6 players.

### Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! The rules are simple and the text on the cards is minimal, making it very easy to memorize.

### How long does a game last?
Matches are very quick, usually lasting between 10 to 15 minutes.

### Can I mix it with my regular Coup set?
No. Due to the exclusive Mobile Art artwork, it is not compatible with other editions.

### What does 'The Reformation' expansion change?
It introduces factions (Loyalists and Resistants), changing the strategy regarding who you should attack.