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The Road to Canterbury

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Our Price: $44.99
2 - 3
14+
45+ minutes
Designer: Alf Seegert


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Product Code: 102337

Description
 
Greed, Pride, Gluttony, Wrath, Lust, Sloth, and Envy—the infamous “Seven Deadly Sins.” For the faithful, they instill horror. For you, on the other hand, they present a wonderful business opportunity!

In The Road to Canterbury, you play the role of a medieval pardoner who travels the road to Canterbury tempting Pilgrims with the Seven Deadly Sins—and then pardons these sins for a fee! Each sin with which a player tempts a Pilgrim increases the amount of money that will be paid when that sin is pardoned, but also brings Death one step closer, which threatens to kill off your customers! (These are “deadly sins” after all.)

Players also make use of fake holy relics to perform special actions. Bonuses are awarded to players who corrupt each Pilgrim the most while traveling the road to Canterbury. Players also score a bonus from the Pardoner’s Guild for being the first to tempt Pilgrims to commit each one of the Seven Deadly Sins. Players are further rewarded for performing Last Rites for Pilgrims as they pass away. When the Pilgrims finally reach Canterbury at the end of the game, players receive bonuses from the Companies of Pilgrims for which they have pardoned the most sins, plus a bonus from Canterbury to the most forgiving pardoner along the road.

The Road to Canterbury from Eagle-Gryphon Games is an exciting addition to the realm of historical board games, providing a unique blend of strategy and storytelling. If you're on the lookout for the best board games that combine fun with cunning strategy, this game fits the bill perfectly. You’ll have the chance to assume the role of a pardoner, adding depth to your gaming experience as you navigate through challenges and interact with other players.

As one of the most fun board games out there, The Road to Canterbury immerses you in a rich narrative filled with vibrant characters and engaging quests. The strategic elements require careful planning and negotiation, making every game session a thrilling adventure. You'll appreciate the historical context as you journey towards Canterbury, all while attempting to outsmart your fellow players. Gather your friends and experience a blend of history, strategy, and laughter in this memorable game!


AND, the player who makes the most money as an unscrupulous pardoner wins the game!
Components

  • 1 Main Game mat showing the Circle of Sin
  • 1 Road to Canterbury Map Mat
  • 3 Company Mats (1 Blue, 1 Gold, and 1 Burgundy)
  • 1 Parson Pawn
  • 5 Last Rites Tokens
  • Coins (Values of 1, 3, 6, 20)
  • 12 Relic Cards
  • 7 Pilgrim Cards
  • 44 Sin Cards (5 of each Deadly Sin plus 9 Death Approaches Cards)
  • 21 Pardon Cards (3 of each Deadly Sin)
  • 60 Corruption Cubes (20 in each player color)
  • 3 Player Screens (1 in each player color)