Kingdom of Solomon

Minion Games · Board game · 2012
2–4 · best 4 60 min Weight 2.8/5
7.7 rating Ludopedia
6.8 rating BGG
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7.7 rating Ludopedia
6.8 rating BGG
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RECOMMENDED

Fans of Eurogames with direct interaction will love Kingdom of Solomon. The volatile market and High Priest battles keep tension high till the end!

Highlights
  • Worker placement with thorny decisions
  • Dynamic market rewards risk-takers
  • Above-average interaction for a Euro
  • Biblical theme woven into mechanics
Keep in mind
  • May frustrate solo-strategy lovers
  • Reverse turn order in market phase demands focus
  • Fortune cards can swing games
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About the game

What you do in a play session

At the height of King Solomon's reign, you're a governor tasked with expanding the kingdom of Israel. Kingdom of Solomon blends worker placement with economic strategy on a board depicting biblical lands. Each round has four dynamic phases: first, you place your pawns to gather resources (wood, stone, gold) or take special actions – including the option to go all-in on powerful bonus spaces. Then, the market comes into play, with prices fluctuating based on supply and demand. Finally, you spend resources to construct buildings (for victory points), roads that connect regions (multiplying your gains), or contribute to Solomon's majestic Temple. Interaction is high: you can steal resources from opponents, compete for the High Priest title (granting rights over others' regions), and use Fortune cards for surprise comebacks. The game ends when constructions are exhausted or the Temple is complete – whoever scores the most points wins. Pro tip: balancing Temple investments (safe points) with market speculation (high risk, high reward) is key!

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Best player count

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2–4 players
2 REC
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4 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Components: Map (Continental / National scale) Country: Israel Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Religious: The Bible
Publisher Minion Games
Designer Philip duBarry
Artist Clay Gardner, Ricky Hunter

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Best player count?
3 or 4 players ideal – competition for spaces/resources gets spicy. With 2, use the optional 'Ghost Governor' rule.
Is it luck-heavy with cards?
Fortune cards add unpredictability, but it's mostly resource management. You can win without relying on them.
Beginner-friendly?
Medium weight (BGG 2.7/5). Those familiar with worker placement will grasp it fast. Newbies may need 1-2 games to see all strategies.
Pre-assemble the board?
No – the map is fixed, but buildings/roads are placed during play. Quick setup (5 mins).
Any expansions?
None official, though the KS included promo cards/tiles. Not essential for the core experience.
Realistic playtime?
Rounds are snappy. With 4 experienced players, it's 60-75 mins. New groups may take 90 mins.

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