Fancy a tense and quick historical duel? The Cousins' War puts you in the middle of the Wars of the Roses with cards, bluffs, and dice to see who rules England!
- Intense historical duel
- Fast and direct
- Bluffing mechanic
- Two-player focus
- Language dependency
- Dice luck
- Low depth
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What you do in a play session
The conflict unfolds over up to five rounds, each representing a decade of war. In each round, you'll decide where the next major battle will take place. With cards in hand, you'll position your troops, try to increase your influence in England's regions, and, of course, prepare for the clash. The battle itself is a game of bluff and counter-bluff, where three dice help determine the fate of the troops. Whoever holds the battlefield gains morale and consolidates their influence. It's a race to see who will plant their flag across all of England or who will have the most regions under their control by the end of the fifth round. Two promo cards are included to add extra spice to the dispute!
If you enjoy historical wargames with card mechanics and area control, The Cousins' War is a sure bet. It's fast, to the point, and puts you right in the middle of one of England's most iconic conflicts, all with a simulation feel that makes you sense the tension of the struggle for the throne.
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