# The Agents

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2013
- **BGG Rating**: 6.2
- **BGG Rank**: #5244
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 20-40 min
- **Weight**: 2.38 / 5
- **Designers**: Saar Shai
- **Artists**: Dan Morison
- **Publishers**: (Self-Published), Ninja Division
- **Categories**: Card Game, Spies / Secret Agents
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management

## Verdict
If you enjoy card games with a spy flair and a dilemma on every turn, 'The Agents' is for you! The double-edged card mechanic is the standout feature that makes you think twice before acting.Brilliant double-edged mechanicUnique agent abilitiesDynamic and unpredictable gameplayStrategic and tactical depthCan feel a bit chaoticInitial learning curveDirect player interactionRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready to dive into the shadowy world of intrigue with 'The Agents'! In this strategic card game, you'll command a team of secret agents on high-risk missions, where every decision counts. The brilliant twist here is the double-edged card mechanism: each agent has a special ability on one side and victory points on the other. The question is: do you use the agent's ability to sabotage an opponent or advance your own plans, knowing the opponent scores the points? Or do you keep the points, but let the opponent use the agent's ability against you? With 25 unique agents, each with its own quirks, who can be turned, killed, extracted, and swapped, the game remains dynamic and unpredictable. As you delve deeper into the strategies, discovering how agents interact and weighing the pros and cons of each move, the game becomes an increasingly challenging test. And don't forget the missions! Completing these objectives can yield big points, but it also makes you a target. The better you're doing, the more attention (and attacks!) you'll attract. It's a game that tests your planning and quick thinking, perfect for those who enjoy a good card game with a spy theme and plenty of tactics.

## FAQ
### What is the main objective of the game?
The goal is to accumulate the most victory points by the end of the game, by completing missions and strategically using agent abilities.

### How many players can participate and how long does a game take?
The game is for 2 to 5 players, and a game typically lasts between 20 and 40 minutes.

### What is the complexity level of 'The Agents'?
The game has a medium weight (2.37/5 on BGG). The basic rules are easy to grasp, but the interactions between the 25 agents and the missions add strategic depth.

### What makes the Agent cards special?
Each Agent card has a 'command' on one end and 'points' on the other. How you play the card determines if you use the command (giving points to an opponent) or keep the points (allowing the opponent to use the command).

### Do I need to know English to play?
Ludopedia indicates 'Little text, easily memorizable,' suggesting low language dependency, making it easier to learn and play even for those not fluent in English.

### Who would you recommend 'The Agents' to?
We recommend it for players who enjoy card games with direct interaction, tough decisions each turn, and a spy theme. It's great for those looking for something faster than a heavy game, but with more strategy than a light filler.