# Risk: Europe

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2015
- **BGG Rating**: 7.4
- **BGG Rank**: #2268
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 45-180 min
- **Weight**: 2.63 / 5
- **Designers**: Austin Rucker
- **Publishers**: Hasbro, Winning Moves Games (USA)
- **Categories**: Dice, Medieval, Territory Building, Wargame
- **Mechanics**: Action Queue, Action Retrieval, Area Movement, Auction / Bidding, Dice Rolling, Force Commitment, Hand Management, Income, Player Elimination, Turn Order: Claim Action, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you love conquest games with deep strategy and diplomatic twists, Risk: Europe serves a solid medieval experience.Strategic order managementUnique kingdom powersTactical dice combatPlay time can be lengthyMedium‑high rule complexityRECOMMENDED

## Description
Risk: Europe puts you on the throne of a medieval king aiming to dominate feudal Europe. The game starts with seven distinct starting kingdoms, each with its own unique powers and a dedicated army. The win condition is to be the first player to collect seven crowns, earned from cities you control and from special mission cards. Play revolves around an action queue: you secretly place two order cards face‑down, then at the start of each round the first order is revealed. Orders let you tax territories for income, purchase units ranging from archers to castles, or move forces to expand your realm. Battles are resolved with dice; non‑infantry units roll first, dealing immediate damage, then all units roll three dice for the attacker and two for the defender. Beyond combat, there are auctions for resources, action retrieval, and the ever‑present threat of player elimination if you lose all forces. Diplomacy, alliances, and back‑stabbing are practically baked in, as any player’s turn can swing the balance. The game blends hand management, force commitment, and variable player powers, delivering deep strategy while keeping the rules approachable. For 2‑4 players, games run 45‑180 minutes depending on player count and alliance dynamics. The detailed European map, colorful miniatures, and order cards create an immersive setting that appeals to both Risk veterans and medieval wargame fans seeking a more tactical experience.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
2 to 4 players.

### What is the typical playing time?
Between 45 and 180 minutes, depending on player count and alliance dynamics.

### How complex is the game?
Medium‑high; requires planning of actions and good card management.

### What components are included?
European map, army miniatures, order cards, mission cards, crown and money tokens.

### Is it beginner‑friendly for Risk newcomers?
It can be a steep learning curve for first‑timers, but the rules are clear and the depth rewards the effort.

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