# Rattus

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2010
- **BGG Rating**: 6.8
- **BGG Rank**: #1543
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 45 min
- **Weight**: 2.06 / 5
- **Designers**: Åse Berg, Henrik Berg
- **Artists**: Alexandre Roche
- **Publishers**: White Goblin Games, Axel, Cranio Creations, Hobby World, HUCH!, Vennerød Forlag AS, Z-Man Games
- **Categories**: Animals, Medieval
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Open Drafting, Stat Check Resolution, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you enjoy an area control game with a strong historical theme and a touch of luck, Rattus might be your new addiction!Engaging medieval themeArea control strategyUnique player powersQuick and dynamic gamesLuck can influence outcomesInteraction can be somewhat randomMay lack depth for someRECOMMENDED

## Description
Prepare for a journey to the 14th century, where Europe is about to be devastated by the Black Death! In Rattus, you and your friends take on the roles of leaders trying to protect your populations as the plague relentlessly spreads across the continent. The goal is simple: have the largest surviving population when the game ends. To achieve this, you'll have the help of medieval historical figures. Peasants give you more people, Monks keep the rats (and the plague!) away, Merchants try to flee the chaos, Knights, unintentionally, spread the disease with their battles, Witches use their powers to control the plague, and Kings hide in their safe palaces. But beware, the plague doesn't choose who to attack! Each round, a new region is hit, and the competition for area control intensifies. You'll need strategy to position your followers, use the special abilities of each class, and perhaps even hinder your opponents a little. Rattus is a medium-weight strategy game, perfect for those who enjoy good area control with a striking historical theme and a touch of unpredictability. It's a race against time and disease, where every decision counts to ensure your people's survival.

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime for Rattus?
Rattus games typically last around 45 minutes, making them quite brisk.

### How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players.

### Is Rattus a complicated game to learn?
No, Rattus is considered a medium-complexity game, with accessible rules for most players.

### Do I need to know English to play?
There is no language dependency to play Rattus; the cards and board are quite visual.

### Who would you recommend Rattus for?
We recommend Rattus for those who enjoy area control games with an interesting historical theme and faster-paced gameplay.

### What is the main objective of the game?
The main objective is to have the largest surviving population at the end of the game, after the Black Death has passed.

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