Khôra: Rise of an Empire
- Designer Head Quarter Simulation Game Club
- Publisher IELLO , BoardBros , Devir , Hobby World , Hutter Trade GmbH + Co KG
- Illustration David Chapoulet , Jocelyn 'Joc' Millet
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
Players lead a city-state in Ancient Greece, choosing two of seven actions each round over nine rounds. Actions like Philosophy, Trade, and Military must align with dice rolls. Players develop their economy, culture, and military tracks, collect income, explore knowledge, and compete for victory points in a strategic race.
Who Is This Game For?
Khôra is an expert-level game for 2 to 4 players aged 14 and up, lasting about 75 minutes. It suits players who enjoy dice rolling combined with simultaneous action selection and complex city-building mechanics.
How It Works
Each turn, players select two actions from seven options, combining them with dice results. Mechanics include dice rolling, open drafting, income generation, and investments. Players advance on economy, culture, and military tracks while simultaneously planning actions alongside opponents in a race for glory.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Head Quarter Simulation Game Club, Khôra was recommended for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2022 and won the Bulgarian Board Game Awards Expert Game of the Year 2022. It uniquely blends dice mechanics with simultaneous action selection in an Ancient Greece setting.
Awards
2022
2022
- 2022 Bulgarian Board Game Awards Expert Game of the Year — Winner
Pro
- Deep strategic choices through diverse action selection
- Unique blend of dice rolling and simultaneous action selection
- Strong thematic integration in Ancient Greece
- Winner of Bulgarian Board Game Awards Expert Game of the Year 2022
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Requires time to learn complex mechanics
- Recommended for ages 14 and up
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in Ancient Greece, players develop their city-states focusing on economy, culture, and military power during a vibrant historical period.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on adapting your chosen actions to dice rolls and keep an eye on your progress tracks to stay flexible in your strategy.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Khôra is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 75 minutes, suitable for an evening session.
What prior experience do I need?
Khôra is an expert-level game requiring familiarity with complex mechanics.
How does this compare to similar games?
Khôra stands out by combining dice rolling with simultaneous action selection and a strong city-building focus in Ancient Greece, differing from classic worker placement games.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and recommended age of 14+, it is better suited for experienced players than families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Dice Rolling, Open Drafting, and Simultaneous Action Selection defines Khôra’s tactical depth.
Fazit
Khôra: Rise of an Empire is recommended for players who appreciate deep strategy and thematic city development but is not suitable for solo play.
