# Royal Assassin

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2004
- **BGG Rating**: 6.8
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1
- **Duration**: 15 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Mark R. Brown
- **Publishers**: (Web published)
- **Categories**: Card Game, Medieval
- **Mechanics**: Solo / Solitaire Game

## Verdict
If you enjoy a quick and strategic solo challenge using a standard deck, Royal Assassin might be your game. It's a tense card game that tests your planning and adaptability.Clever solo challengeUses standard deckQuick to playCourtly intrigueSingle-player onlyCan become repetitiveLuck of the drawFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Hey game lovers! Ready for a solo challenge fit for royalty? In Royal Assassin, you step into the shoes of the heir to the throne, but things aren't exactly easy. Your father, the king, united the kingdom, but now that he's gone, the old noble families are eyeing the crown. You're outnumbered, but you've got a trump card: the court jester, the Joker! This fellow, a loyal advisor to your father, is a master of intrigue and will help you turn the tables on your enemies. Essentially, you'll use cards from a standard deck (with one or two Jokers, if you want to spice things up) to eliminate the royalty cards before the draw pile runs out. It's a tense card game where every decision counts towards keeping your kingdom. Perfect for those who enjoy a quick, strategic challenge to play alone, without needing company. Think carefully about your moves, because the Joker could be your salvation or get you into deeper trouble!

## FAQ
### How many players can participate?
Royal Assassin is strictly a single-player (solo) game.

### How long does a game take?
Games are quite fast, usually lasting around 15 minutes.

### Do I need any special components?
No! You only need a standard 52-card deck and, optionally, one or two jokers.

### Is this game difficult to learn?
The rules are quite simple, but the challenge lies in executing the correct strategy to win.

### Who is this game recommended for?
It's ideal for those who enjoy solo games, quick challenges, and don't mind using a standard deck as the basis.

### What is the main objective of the game?
The goal is to eliminate all royalty cards from the deck before the draw pile runs out.