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Architects of the West Kingdom
Best for: Worker-placement fans, medieval lovers, solo
1–5players80 minMedium
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Award winner · 1 organizationBuy Now
Raiders of the North Sea
Shem Phillips · Renegade / Garphill · 2015
Place a worker, pick up a different one. Gather provisions then raid settlements. Worker-cycling rhythm is unlike any other.
Players
2–4
Time
80 min
Ages
12+
Difficulty
Medium
Why you'll like it
- Place-one-take-one is unique
- Viking theme integrated
- 80 minutes — brisk
- Beautiful graphic design
- Part of excellent trilogy
Why you'll love it
Recognized by 2 award organizations, including the Mensa Select (2018 winner) and the Kennerspiel des Jahres (2017 nominee).
- A clever worker-placement system
- Raid settlements for loot and glory
- A great step up for medium-weight strategy
How it plays
In Raiders of the North Sea, players are Viking warriors trying to impress the chieftain. On your turn you place one worker on a building and take another worker from a different building, triggering both actions.
You gather provisions, hire crew, and then raid settlements across the sea for loot and glory. More dangerous raids give bigger rewards. It's a medium-weight game with a clever worker system.
May not be for you if…
- Limited interaction
- Some card draws unbalanced
- Two-player lacks tension
- Formulaic after many plays
Best for
Worker-placement fansViking enthusiasts
Awards
- Mensa Select2018 · Winner
Mensa Select · United States
Kennerspiel des Jahres2017 · NomineeKennerspiel des Jahres · Germany
Where to buy
- AmazonCheck price on Amazon
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Common questions
How long does Raiders of the North Sea take?
About 80 minutes once everyone knows the rules.
How many people can play Raiders of the North Sea?
It plays 2 to 4 players.
What age is Raiders of the North Sea for?
The publisher recommends ages 12 and up.
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