The Road to Canterbury

In "The Road to Canterbury," you step into the shoes of a medieval pardoner, a shrewd individual who profits by selling certificates of absolution for the Seven Deadly Sins. Think of the game as a business opportunity! While the faithful see sins as terrible, you see them as a chance to make good money. Your mission is to convince pilgrims traveling to Canterbury that their sins—be it pride, greed, wrath, lust, sloth, gluttony, or envy—need pardoning, and you have the solution!

The game blends humor with a touch of mischief. You not only sell fake pardons but also need to encourage pilgrims to sin even more to keep demand for your services high. Imagine convincing a Knight that his pride needs a special "absolution," or exploiting a Friar's greed. The atmosphere is lighthearted, referencing the naughty tales pilgrims tell, full of iniquity that would make a barkeep blush.

But beware! Each sin committed brings Death one step closer. A dead pilgrim pays no more, so you need to be quick. The goal is to outwit your opponents by pardoning more sins before the pilgrims die or complete their journey to Canterbury. The game uses mechanics like hand management, area influence, open drafting, and set collection, all in an accessible package for those who enjoy a game with a bit of "take that" and a fun, irreverent theme.