For the Crown (2011)

About this game

Civil war has broken out between two royal brothers over the succession of the kingdom, and the people of a once-peaceful nation must choose sides and rush to war. In For the Crown, you must gather key resources, train an army from scratch, and capture the rival King and Heirs to prove your claim to the throne! In this game that combines the highly popular 'deck-building' mechanic with the most engrossing variations of Chess, do you have what it takes to wisely divide your attention between preparations and military maneuvering? To outpace your opponent’s development while eluding capture? Strategize your position and seize glory in For the Crown! Game Data: Complexity: 3 on a 9 scale Solitaire Suitability: 2 on a 9 scale Scale: Each unit represents a brave fighter on the chessboard of battle. Game Components: • One 2-page full color Instructions sheet • One 2-page full color Player Aid sheet • One 8.5” x 16.5” map • 108 double-sided 3/4" unit counters • 100 deck-building cards • Includes Designer's Notes and Optional Rules

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.8/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 12 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.