Ludonaute - Shitenno

Shitenno is a game with simple rules and moderate length. It is based on the "I cut, you choose" mechanism. The start player makes up a lot of cards and a turn-order tile; he then offers this to the next-ranked player. If all the other players pass on the lot, the start player takes it and yields the selection to the next-ranked player who has not yet taken a lot. Everyone thus gets a card lot in each round. Players use their cards to establish influence in regions of Japan. This earns bonus tiles which can give them warrior cards, one-time extra warriors, or the right to trade money for warriors. Each player has a special power according to their turn-order tile. The money can also be used to "bribe" the shogun to let the player place an influence token. There are victory points awarded for each of these token placements, as well as a final area-majority scoring. The tempo of play tends to accelerate as the bonus markers give the players more options. The game ends when the money deck runs out or when one player runs out of markers. Each "koku" (money) counts as one victory point at the end, and the player with the most victory points wins.I give this game only four stars because there is a good bit of luck involved with the card draws. Also, I expect the game is more chaotic with four players than with the three in my weekly gaming group. On the plus side, the game is easy to play, once the cut/choose mechanism is understood, and it does not outstay its welcome. No matter how unfavorable the cards might be, there is usually something to accomplish. If the cards are not favorable, the next lot may fit with them really well. I expect a 10-year-old could play this, but it is inviting to adults as well, especially the beautiful artwork.

bon jeu, parti rapide et vraiment agréable a plusieurs. plutôt 3 ou 4 joueurs plutôt que 2. je recommande ce jeu.