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Abbates

Reference: POX930

Embark on a historical journey within the walls of the real Abbey of Bornem. Players step into the role of abbots competing to acquire the most prestigious collections of stained glass windows, precious artefacts, and centuries-old manuscripts from the monumental abbey library.
  • English, Dutch
  • From 12 years old
  • 30mn to 1h
  • 1 to 4 players

39,95€

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Abbates

Description

Embark on a historical journey within the walls of the real Abbey of Bornem

Players step into the role of abbots competing to acquire the most prestigious collections of stained glass windows, precious artefacts, and centuries-old manuscripts from the monumental abbey library.

Set against the atmospheric backdrop of the Abbey, the game unfolds on a dynamic 3x3 grid, representing the central courtyard encircled by the hallways through which the abbot figurines navigate. Players move their abbots along these corridors, strategically selecting rows or columns from the grid to acquire the most coveted artefacts. Utilizing abbot cards, players can execute sequences that emulate "The Rule of Saint Benedict." Successfully aligning their plays with these revered guidelines rewards players with powerful bonus cards, enhancing their ability to dictate the course of the game.

Scoring in Abbates demands both tactical acumen and foresight, as players must assemble their collections according to specific patterns to amass points. However, strategic depth is added through the penalty system, where players must minimize the point discrepancies between their abbot and the abbot-general, adding a layer of challenge that reflects the historical complexities of monastic life.

Technical sheet

Description

Embark on a historical journey within the walls of the real Abbey of Bornem

Players step into the role of abbots competing to acquire the most prestigious collections of stained glass windows, precious artefacts, and centuries-old manuscripts from the monumental abbey library.

Set against the atmospheric backdrop of the Abbey, the game unfolds on a dynamic 3x3 grid, representing the central courtyard encircled by the hallways through which the abbot figurines navigate. Players move their abbots along these corridors, strategically selecting rows or columns from the grid to acquire the most coveted artefacts. Utilizing abbot cards, players can execute sequences that emulate "The Rule of Saint Benedict." Successfully aligning their plays with these revered guidelines rewards players with powerful bonus cards, enhancing their ability to dictate the course of the game.

Scoring in Abbates demands both tactical acumen and foresight, as players must assemble their collections according to specific patterns to amass points. However, strategic depth is added through the penalty system, where players must minimize the point discrepancies between their abbot and the abbot-general, adding a layer of challenge that reflects the historical complexities of monastic life.

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