Description: Anno Domini 1666 - Core Set Summary: Base game for Anno Domini 1666. Leopold I, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire dies suddenly on December 31, 1665. European monarchs send their envoys to Vienna to participate in the coming election. These envoys, however, are accompanied by teams of hand-picked men and women who will strive to accomplish goals that cannot be attempted at court in the light of day.The streets and alleys of Vienna are the backdrop for the clashes for some of the most famous fictional characters of the 17th century: The King's Musketeers from the novels of Alexander Dumas (Athos, Porthos, Aramis and D'Artagnan) and the Polish nobles, protagonists of The Trilogy by Henryk Sienkiewicz (Wolodyjowski, Skrzetuski, Longinus Podbipieta, and, of course, Zagloba). Also joining the fray are the Turks and the mysterious Order of the Broken Cross - an evil sect operating from with the Viennese headquarters of the Teutonic Order.Which side will you take?Anno Domini 1666 is a swashbuckling board game of intrigue and mystery, set in alternative reality 17th century Vienna.In Anno Domini 1666 players control competing bands - featuring the protagonists of Sienkiewicz's Trilogy and the musketeers from the novels of Alexander Dumas. Consisting of between 5 and 12 models each, these bands try to achieve objectives presented to them by one of many scenarios. These objectives include overcoming the enemy in combat, recovering a letter, escorting a hostage, or a chase. Unlike other games, relying on brute force may not be enough to achieve victory. Often, the imposing might of Longinus Podbipieta or D'Artagnan's unrivaled fencing skills may prove less effective than Zagloba's quick wits and silver tongue. Depending on the chosen scenario and the number of characters involved, the game may take from 30 to 120 minutes.After the sudden and heirless death of the Emperor Leopold I, the throne of the mighty Habsburg dynasty is empty. Electors of the Holy Roman Empire make their way to Vienna to choose the new monarch. European powers dispatch their envoys to Vienna to make sure that the candidate they support wins. They also send their best and most trusted men for tasks which can’t be officially done by politicians.Anno Domini 1666 is a swashbuckling board game of intrigue and mystery set in alternative reality of 17th century Europe. Take command of a band of rogues and heroes, represented by highly-detailed miniatures, and face your opponent in dynamic and challenging scenarios. Explore the dark alleys of Vienna. Fight using amazing fencing skills and dirty tricks. Negotiate, convince, intimidate. Hire mercenaries and buy equipment. Pray for God’s help… or pact with demons. Do not let the city guard catch you! Never surrender!This starter set provides you with everything you need to start playing.The box includes:• 27 highly detailed plastic, ready-to-play, miniatures• 3 two-sided boards• Over 250 cards• Rulebook• Playbook• 2 faction cards• 2 player aid sheets• Archenemy sheet• 24 plastic rings• 24 plastic door stands• Over 200 markers and tokensCore game. Plastic miniatures. 28mm scale. Pack contains one game. Miniatures are supplied unpainted and require assembly.Company: WargamerLine/Series: Anno Domini 1666Stock Number: AD-01Contents: One (1) GameSculptor: N/AScale: 28mmMaterial: PlasticCondition: New
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Country/Region of Manufacture: Poland
Material: Plastic
Game: Anno Domini 1666
Scale: 28mm
Assembly Required?: Yes
Painted?: No
Features: Plastic
MPN: AD-01
Character Family: Swashbucklers
Brand: Wargamer
