Root
2018

Root

2-4

players

90

min

14+

age

Categories

Animals
Fantasy
Negotiation
Territory Building
Wargame

Mechanics

Action Points
Action Queue
Action Retrieval
Area Majority / Influence
Area Movement

Community Tags

Description

--- Root is an asymmetric adventure and war board game for 2-4 players (up to 6 with expansions) featuring unique factions vying for woodland control via distinct victory conditions. Key mechanics include: - *Asymmetric factions* Each player controls a faction with unique capabilities and different victory conditions, akin to Vast: The Crystal Caverns. - *Multi-use cards* Gorgeous cards enable accessible, versatile gameplay. - *Territorial dominance* Players battle for control of a vast wilderness woodland. - *Narrative interaction* Players drive the story, fostering high interaction and replayability. - *Expansion support* Riverfolk allows 1-6 players; Underworld or Marauder enable 2-6. Root is an asymmetric board game of adventure and war for 2-4 players (1-6 with Riverfolk expansion, 2-6 with Underworld or Marauder expansions), where each player commands a unique faction with distinct capabilities and victory conditions, enhanced by gorgeous multi-use cards for accessible design. The nefarious Marquise de Cat has seized the woodland to harvest its riches, prompting the forest creatures' Alliance to subvert her rule, potentially enlisting wandering Vagabonds who recall the ancient birds of prey. Meanwhile, the proud Eyrie, under a new commander, seek to reclaim their birthright. Players battle for control of the vast wilderness, driving the narrative through unparalleled interactions to determine which faction takes root, ensuring high replayability in Leder Games' fantastic world. ---

Expansions (15)

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