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The Great City of Rome

The Roman Emperor has summoned the world's finest architects to rebuild the Eternal City, but only one plan will be realized in brick and marble. Compete with other architects for... (read more)

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Reviews
mixed, 56% of all reviews are favorable
Playtime
60 minutes
Published
2019
Age
14+
Publisher
Z-Man Games
Players
2 to 4 players
Designers
Matthew Dunstan and Brett J. Gilbert
Playstyle
Involved
Game's Categories
Ancient Civilization, City Building, Roman Empire, Pattern Building, and ABACUSSPIELE
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$24.95
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Description

The Roman Emperor has summoned the world's finest architects to rebuild the Eternal City, but only one plan will be realized in brick and marble. Compete with other architects for the blueprints and materials you need with an innovative action selection mechanic. Lay out your plan and leave the Capital of the World as your legacy!

1. Place your emissary to claim actions and buildings.

2. Construct buildings to collect resources.

3. Arrange buildings to maximize your score.

Mechanisms:• Pattern Building

Contents

  • 86 Cards
  • 39 Coins
  • 33 Influence Tokens
  • 18 Point Tokens
  • 6 Brick Tokens
  • 6 Action Strips
  • 8 Wooden Pawns
  • 1 Scoring Pad
  • 1 Rulebook
  • 1 Building Reference

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Game's Categories

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  • City Building
  • Ancient Civilization
  • Roman Empire
  • Environmental

Mechanic

  • Pattern Building

Publishers

  • ABACUSSPIELE
  • Z-Man Games

Designers

  • Matthew Dunstan
  • Brett J. Gilbert

Artists

  • Claus Stephan
  • Martin Hoffmann

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