Root

(2018)

Game poster

Details

Year published
2018
Designer
Cole Wehrle
Artists
Kyle Ferrin
Player count
2 - 4
Publisher
Leder Games
2Tomatoes Games
Arclight Games
CMON Global Limited
CrowD Games
Delta Vision Publishing
Fox in the Box
Kilogames
Korea Boardgames
Matagot
MeepleBR
MS Edizioni
Portal Games
Quality Beast
Spielworxx
Tower Tactic Games
YOKA Games
Mechanics
Action Queue
Action Retrieval
Area Majority / Influence
Area Movement
Dice Rolling
Hand Management
Point to Point Movement
Race
Sudden Death Ending
Variable Player Powers
Variable Set-up

Root is a game of adventure and war in which 2 to 4 (1 to 6 with the 'Riverfolk' expansion) players battle for control of a vast wilderness. Like Vast: The Crystal Caverns, each player in Root has unique capabilities and a different victory condition. Now, with the aid of gorgeous, multi-use cards, a truly asymmetric design has never been more accessible. The nefarious Marquise de Cat has seized the great woodland, intent on harvesting its riches. Under her rule, the many creatures of the forest have banded together. This Alliance will seek to strengthen its resources and subvert the rule of Cats. In this effort, the Alliance may enlist the help of the wandering Vagabonds who are able to move through the more dangerous woodland paths. Though some may sympathize with the Alliance’s hopes and dreams, these wanderers are old enough to remember the great birds of prey who once controlled the woods. Meanwhile, at the edge of the region, the proud, squabbling Eyrie have found a new commander who they hope will lead their faction to resume their ancient birthright. The stage is set for a contest that will decide the fate of the great woodland. It is up to the players to decide which group will ultimately take root. In Root, players drive the narrative, and the differences between each role create an unparalleled level of interaction and replayability. Leder Games invites you and your family to explore the fantastic world of Root! —description from the publisher