Ierusalem: Anno Domini
- Designer Carmen García Jiménez
- Publisher Devir , CMON Global Limited , GaGa Games , Strohmann Games , Vagabund
- Illustration Olajide Ajayi , Enrique Corominas , David Esbri
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
Players represent followers of Jesus of Nazareth trying to position themselves close to the Last Supper table. You send followers to various locations, collect resources, and play cards to bring apostles to the table. Actions include listening to parables, changing seats, and doing favors, while the Sanhedrin's patience runs out, triggering the endgame.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets experienced players aged 12 and up who enjoy about 90 minutes of strategic gameplay. It features hand management and set collection mechanics requiring some rule familiarity and offers a solo mode.
How It Works
You place followers on locations like the market and temple to gain resources and action cards. Using hand management, you play cards with symbols matching the five key locations, forming sets to bring apostles to the Last Supper table. Advantage tokens provide extra actions, and grid movement and coverage control positioning. The game ends when the Sanhedrin's patience marker reaches a limit.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Carmen García Jiménez, Ierusalem: Anno Domini was nominated in 2023 for the 5 Seasons Best Portuguese Expert Game and Best Solo Mode awards. It blends religious themes with challenging hand management and set collection mechanics and belongs to the Cities: Jerusalem family.
Awards
- 2023 5 Seasons Best Portuguese Expert Game — Nominated
- 2023 5 Seasons Best Solo Mode — Nominated
Pro
- Includes solo mode for single players
- Combines hand management, set collection, and grid mechanics
- Richly themed religious setting
- Nominated for 5 Seasons awards in 2023
Contra
- Complex expert-level game not suited for beginners
- Around 90 minutes playtime requires patience
- Minimum age 12 due to intricate rules
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in Jerusalem in 33 AD during Passover and the Last Supper, players represent communities of Jesus's followers gathering around key city locations.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on understanding core mechanics like card combinations and resource management before exploring advanced strategies.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Ierusalem: Anno Domini includes a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 90 minutes, with setup and explanation potentially adding time.
What prior experience do I need?
As an expert game, familiarity with hand management and set collection mechanics is helpful.
How does this compare to similar games?
It uniquely combines religious themes with hand management, grid movement, and set collection mechanics.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and minimum age of 12, it is better suited for experienced players rather than young families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The interplay of hand management, set collection, and grid coverage provides strategic depth.
Fazit
Ierusalem: Anno Domini offers deep strategy for fans of historical and religious settings. It supports solo play and groups up to four players seeking a thematic challenge.
