Spartacus

In Spartacus, a thrilling game of twisted schemes and bloody combat, each player takes on the role of Dominus, leader of a thriving house in the ancient Roman city of Capua.

Each house competes for Influence to win the favor of Rome. Through a combination of political schemes and glorious battles on the sands of the arena, your house will gain fame and stature.

As a Dominus, you have a variety of resources at your disposal. Guards protect you from schemes launched by your rivals. Slaves run your household and earn gold. Gladiators compete to glorify themselves and influence their Dominus.

Three main phases take place in each round of play. The Intrigue Phase where players initiate their schemes, hoping to increase their fortunes while undermining their rivals. The market phase is where players buy, sell and trade assets (gladiators, slaves, equipment and guards).

The arena phase is where the bloody games take place. Gladiators from two rival houses face off in a brutal fight for glory. The goal of the game is to become the most influential house in Capua, ensuring your family's power for years to come. During the game, players will corrupt, poison, betray, steal, blackmail, and weaken themselves.

Gold will change hands again and again to buy support, stay in someone's hands, or influence their decisions. Will you be the honorable gambler whose word is his bond or the treacherous schemer whose alliances change with the wind?

Number of players: 3 to 4

Minimum playing time: 120 minutes

Minimum age: 14 years and over

!This game is only available in French in our store!

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