Raiders of Scythia

Imagine yourself as a leader of the Scythians, that legendary people who terrified the great empires of Greece, Persia, and Assyria. Forget the idea that they were just 'barbarians'; here you command skilled warriors (both men and women), gold artisans, and eagle tamers. The goal is simple: accumulate the most Victory Points, and to do that, you'll need a mix of strategy and audacity.

In the game, you aren't just sitting around. You'll need to assemble your crew, train animals, and stockpile provisions to successfully raid settlements and complete challenging quests. The dynamics revolve around worker placement—and here's the twist: not all workers are created equal. You'll have different types of pieces, each with specific functions, requiring careful planning on who to send where and when.

Beyond worker placement, you'll manage your hand and roll dice, adding that perfect blend of risk and reward. The game is a race against time and your opponents, as the session ends once only two unraided settlements or two quests remain on the main board. It's a Eurogame with a strong theme, where efficiency in resource management and the right recruitment choices make the difference between becoming a legendary leader or just another soldier on the battlefield. If you enjoy games with layers of strategy where every decision impacts the endgame, Raiders of Scythia is the way to go.