La Foi et le Glaive
- Designer Association Vortigern
- Publisher Azure Wish Enterprise (AWE)
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In this game, players represent one of six major 7th-century religions, such as Western and Eastern Christianity, Islam, and Norse Paganism. You command missionaries to convert others and control the temporal powers behind each faith. The game uses two maps—spiritual and temporal—and combines diplomatic negotiation with simultaneous action selection, similar to Diplomacy. Conquering territories boosts your influence.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for experienced players who enjoy complex political and religious themes in a long strategy game (about 240 minutes). It is a niche game for exactly six participants who are patient and strategic. Prior experience with negotiation-heavy games like Diplomacy is beneficial.
How It Works
Players secretly write their orders simultaneously after negotiation rounds. These orders are then executed at the same time, involving moving units on area maps, engaging in combat to conquer territories, and deploying missionaries to convert others. Player elimination is possible when a participant loses all territories.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Association Vortigern, La Foi et le Glaive uniquely blends religious conversion with political warfare. While it has no awards, it is closely related to Diplomacy through its simultaneous action selection and negotiation mechanics. The game stands out for its historical setting and complex player interaction.
Pro
- Unique mix of religious conversion and political conquest
- Simultaneous hidden orders add strategic depth
- Strong negotiation element similar to Diplomacy
- Fixed player count ensures focused interaction
Contra
- Strictly for six players, no flexibility
- Long playtime (approx. 240 minutes) demands patience
- Complex rules not suited for beginners
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the 7th century, the game represents the religious and political powers of the time, including Western and Eastern Christianity, Islam, Zoroastrianism, and Norse Paganism. It features two maps showing spiritual and temporal realms.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on negotiation and simultaneous planning to maintain control and adapt your strategy effectively.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, La Foi et le Glaive is designed strictly for six players with no solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
Games last around 240 minutes, making for an extended play session.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with complex strategy and negotiation games like Diplomacy is recommended.
How does this compare to similar games?
It uniquely combines religious conversion with political conquest and uses Diplomacy's simultaneous action mechanic.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity, long duration, and minimum age of 12, it is not ideal for family play.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Area Movement, Player Elimination, and Simultaneous Action Selection defines its gameplay.
Fazit
La Foi et le Glaive suits players seeking deep, lengthy strategy games with diplomacy and religious themes. Its fixed player count and long duration limit flexibility but provide a rewarding experience for the right audience.
