Siena
- Designer Mario Papini
- Publisher Quined Games , What's Your Game? , Z-Man Games , ZuGames
- Illustration Ombretta Bernardi , Ambrogio Lorenzetti
Track your results with Playnexi
Add this game to your collection and track sessions, scores, and statistics.
Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Siena, you play peasants and merchants in medieval Siena around 1338, sowing fields, trading goods like cloth and spices, and aiming to join the powerful Council of Nine. You use auctions to acquire valuable resources and strategically plan your actions via a rondel. Beware of traps and rival players trying to block your progress.
Who Is This Game For?
Siena targets experienced gamers aged 12 and up who enjoy economic strategy games. With about 90 minutes playtime, it's suited for players patient enough for medium-length sessions and familiar with auction and hand management mechanics.
How It Works
Gameplay revolves around a rondel that controls action selection, combined with auctions and hand management to manage cards and resources. You bid on valuable goods and plan moves to generate income and gain influence. Managing your hand and using the rondel strategically are key to advancing.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Mario Papini, Siena won the 2005 Lucca Games Best Original Game award. It blends historical medieval themes with innovative mechanics like rondel and auctions. Part of the Cities series focusing on Siena, it features multi-use cards and a unique economic setting.
Awards
2005
Pro
- Winner of Lucca Games Best Original Game 2005
- Combines auction, hand management, and rondel mechanics
- Historical economic theme in medieval Siena
- Strategic depth for experienced players
Contra
- No solo mode available
- About 90 minutes playtime requires patience
- Complexity might overwhelm beginners
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in medieval Siena in 1338, Italy, the game centers on agriculture, trade, and political influence involving peasants, merchants, and the Council of Nine.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on understanding auction and rondel mechanics and plan your moves carefully in advance.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Siena is designed for 2 to 5 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 90 minutes, depending on player count and experience.
What prior experience do I need?
The game targets experienced players; familiarity with auctions and hand management is helpful.
How does this compare to similar games?
Siena uniquely combines rondel action selection with auctions and hand management within a historical economy theme.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and length, Siena is better suited for experienced gamers rather than families with younger children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of rondel, auction, and hand management mechanics defines Siena's distinctive gameplay.
Fazit
Siena is recommended for gamers seeking complex economic strategy with historical flavor. It is less suitable for quick sessions or beginners without prior experience.
