# Valley of the Kings

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2014
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #1286
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 45 min
- **Weight**: 2.18 / 5
- **Designers**: Tom Cleaver
- **Artists**: Banu Andaru, Guillermo H. Nuñez
- **Publishers**: Alderac Entertainment Group, BoardBros, Devir, Pegasus Spiele
- **Categories**: Ancient, Card Game, Mythology, Religious
- **Mechanics**: Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Hand Management, Open Drafting, Set Collection

## Verdict
Want to feel like a pharaoh assembling your eternal treasure? Valley of the Kings is a quick, thematic deckbuilder that will win you over!Engaging deck constructionWell-applied Egyptian themeFast and strategicDynamic card pyramidScoring requires focusLanguage dependencyRECOMMENDED

## Description
Hey there, future pharaoh! In Valley of the Kings, you don't get to chill after you die, nope! Your mission is to prepare for the afterlife as an Egyptian noble, filling your tomb with all the best stuff: food, artifacts, jewels, whatever you're entitled to. To do this, you'll build a clever deck by acquiring cards arranged in a pyramid of treasures. The trick is, when you buy a card from the base, the pyramid crumbles, bringing new offerings within your reach (and hey, cheaper too!). Each round, this pyramid of offerings is refreshed, so there's always something new. But pay attention: only what you remove from your deck and permanently entomb scores points. If you keep using the most powerful cards just for their effects and forget to 'retire' them, you can kiss their point value goodbye. The game is a race to see who can amass the most valuable collection of artifacts for eternity. It's a card game with deck-building and hand management mechanics, whisking you away to Ancient Egypt in a super fun and strategic way. Perfect for those who enjoy strategic thinking and building a card engine that works in their favor, all in about 45 minutes. Be aware that language dependency can be a factor, so a little help translating the cards might be welcome!

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime?
A game of Valley of the Kings typically lasts around 45 minutes.

### How many players can play?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players.

### Is it a complicated game to learn?
The complexity is considered moderate (2.18/5 on BGG). The basic rules are straightforward, but the scoring strategy requires attention.

### What comes in the box?
The game primarily consists of cards, representing treasures and effects. There aren't many physical components beyond the cards themselves.

### Who is this game recommended for?
It's ideal for those who enjoy card games with deck-building, hand management, and an engaging historical/mythological theme, without being too lengthy.

### Do I need to be able to read to play?
Yes, the game has language dependency as the cards contain text for their effects and values. Having a translated reference or cards in your language is recommended.

### Is it worth it for someone who already owns other deckbuilders?
If you're looking for a lighter, more thematic deckbuilder with an interesting 'pyramid' mechanic, Valley of the Kings can be a great addition to your collection.

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