Cover art for Courtier

Courtier

2012 · BGG
Avg rating
6.65
Bayes rating
5.85
Weight
2.36 (Medium Light)
Players
2-4
Playtime
45 min
Ratings count
959

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Description

The social elite of Tempest live in a world of power, intrigue, and alliances that can often shake the very foundations of the city's society. In Courtier, you move within these circles of social power to further your goals. Work with established courtiers to gain influence and stymie the rise of your rivals as you attempt to earn or cheat your way into their world.

In Courtier, 2–4 players compete for recognition in the royal court. Your mission is to act as an influence broker, manipulating the levers of power and granting favors to important supplicants. You accomplish this by influencing key people to act at your behest.

Play influence cards to gain sway over a key courtier, or play power cards to manipulate the board in your favor. Control each of the courtiers listed on a given petition, and you earn victory points for completing that request. Bonus points can be earned from cards and abilities. The winner is the player with the highest score at the end of the game.

Number 1 in the Tempest Shared World Game Series



Mechanics

Area Majority / Influence Hand Management Open Drafting Variable Player Powers

Themes

Renaissance

Publishers

Alderac Entertainment Group

Designers

Philip duBarry