Rule the Kingdom of Anklyss! In the Council Chamber, representatives of the 12 greatest families of the Kingdom stand with the King to help him decide on the political and strategic issues that determine the future of the Kingdom. Each advisor must both ensure the stability of the Kingdom and serve the interests of their own house. Secret interests, of course. But be careful to weigh the pros and cons: every decision made will have inescapable consequences for the destiny of the kingdom…
A huge Legacy campaign
The King's Dilemma is, above all, a fantastic gaming experience that plunges you into a universe that is both coherent and complex, where alliances are fragile and betrayals are tempting. And it is at the end of a masterful 18-stage legacy campaign that players will complete their journey and determine who has won the most victory points. But you will have to juggle your personal goals and the stability of the kingdom to subtly convince your opponents to follow your path. Decision-making is done through voting, a simple and addictive mechanic, as it is structured around an auction phase but also corruption. If you can't convince your opponents of the relevance of a vote, you can then back up your conviction with a few gold coins that will discreetly change hands.
Dilemmas and kingdom management
The questions asked are often complex and intense. These will be political, military, economic, or social decisions, and many of them will pose real dilemmas as the anticipated consequences are likely to plunge the kingdom into extreme situations. And more still, the morality of your votes will always be questioned. Strong themes, complex choices, and sometimes unexpected consequences will sow doubt in the minds of players. Indicators will, however, allow you to see the situation of the kingdom in real time and manage your decisions accordingly…
Consequences to bear
The King's Dilemma is a legacy game, which does not allow you to go back. Once certain decisions are made, stickers will forever seal off certain possibilities while others will then become accessible. You will meet many characters from the kingdom, merchants, scholars, soldiers, and subjects, who will all have a part of the kingdom's history. Resolve conflicts, administer justice, and immerse yourself in a universe as dense as it is vibrant. From story to story and decision to decision, players are confronted with their choices, for an incredibly intense gaming journey lasting about twenty hours.
Addictive and exciting
The subtlety of the narrative, the hidden objectives, and the irrevocability of the consequences make The King's Dilemma a particularly intense game. The mechanics readily fade behind the narrative, and the rhythm of negotiations readily encourages players to get into their roles. The themes addressed, sometimes very cynical and mature, destine it for adult players eager to immerse themselves in a ruthless and Machiavellian medieval universe, for hours of high-density gameplay.
Age: 14+ / Players: 3-5 / Duration: 60 minutes
