Thiefdom
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- Designer Juma Al-JouJou , Simon Schmieder
- Publisher Karma Games
- Illustration Mihajlo Dimitrievski
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What to Expect
You run a thief guild, plan clandestine night operations and resolve a predefined action queue while guards and neutral figures populate the town. The game mixes pickup-and-deliver objectives with area movement on a modular town board; equipment grants new abilities and detection can cost loot and victory points. Variable setup of double-sided quarters creates a fresh spatial puzzle each play.
Who Is This Game For?
A game for experienced players who enjoy tactical, thematic titles: Thiefdom is aimed at ages 14+, supports 1–4 players (including solo), and with a roughly 120-minute playtime is an extended session that benefits from prior experience with planning-heavy games.
How It Works
Each night (round) has a Planning Phase, Action Phase and Administration Phase. In the Planning Phase players simultaneously set the order of moves (Action Queue) for their three thieves and any neutral figures, then reveal and execute them in order. Movement and interactions happen on a modular board made of double-printed town quarters (Modular Board, Area Movement). Core systems include Pickup-and-Deliver tasks and Variable Set-up that change each game.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Juma Al-JouJou and Simon Schmieder, Thiefdom blends simultaneous planning and direct interaction through an Action Queue on a modular map. The publisher description notes Gamefound crowdfunding and a TableTop Simulator implementation in the family metadata, underlining community and digital support options.
Pro
- Strong thematic heist focus in a medieval setting
- Modular, variable setup increases replayability
- Action Queue ties planning to direct interaction
- Includes solo play (players.min = 1)
Contra
- Approximately 120 minutes per game — an extended session
- Higher complexity; newcomers may need longer explanations
Setting & atmosphere
Set in the medieval town of Bacharach, the game focuses on burglaries, thief guilds and city guards. The town quarters and theme drive the actions, equipment and encounters.
Tips for beginners
Learn the Planning and Action phases first; mastering the Action Queue is key to effective play.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes. Thiefdom supports solo play (players.min = 1).
How long does a game really take?
The listed duration is 120 minutes; include setup and explanation time when planning a session.
What prior experience do I need?
Classified as a heavier, planning-focused title: prior experience with tactical/strategic games is useful.
How does this compare to similar games?
Thiefdom combines Pickup-and-Deliver with Area Movement on a Modular Board and an Action Queue, emphasizing both routing and timed planning.
Is this suitable for families?
Given the 14+ age recommendation and 120-minute length, it is less of a typical family game.
What mechanic makes it special?
The Action Queue in combination with a Modular Board and Pickup-and-Deliver objectives defines the experience.
Fazit
Thiefdom is recommended for players seeking tactical planning and thematic heist mechanics with modular maps. Those preferring short, light games should note the extended playtime and complexity.
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