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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

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Why you'll like it

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.

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Worker-placement fansViking enthusiasts

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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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