Thieves in the Wood (1976)

About this game

Each player is a farmer trying to bring his year's income (1000 thalers) to the bank. Unfortunately, the path traverses a wood infested with thieves. Should one buy weapons before setting off? If a farmer is left penniless, he becomes a thief in his turn --until he robs another farmer. Those farmers that make it early to the bank get to collect interest whilst waiting for the others. And you can try to steal the thieves' treasure, too... Richest player when all have reached the bank wins.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 2 to 6.
• Rules load. At 1.0/5 this is a light game — explain it in a few minutes, good for a table that has not played much.
• Age. The publisher suggests 7 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.