Tianxia
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- Designer Antonio Petrelli , Daniele Tascini
- Publisher Board&Dice , CMON Global Limited , Ghenos Games , Giant Roc , Mosaico Jogos
- Illustration Fernando Abravanel
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What to Expect
You play as a noble family during the Warring States period (around 260 BCE), competing for prestige, favors and wealth over four rounds. You place governors, bolster ruling houses, trade with merchant ships, and build defenses against nomadic invaders who advance each round. The game blends economic engine elements with military threat management and political influence.
Who Is This Game For?
Tianxia suits medium-to-advanced players who enjoy historical strategy and multiple interacting systems. The game is for ages 14+ and lasts about 120 minutes, making it suitable for extended game nights. Prior experience with worker-placement or euro-style games is helpful.
How It Works
Core mechanics include Worker Placement, Multi-Use Cards, Contracts, Income and Set Collection; the game also uses Variable Player Powers, Variable Set-up and Turn Order: Pass Order. Each round you allocate actions or use cards for selling goods, installing governors or building defenses, while nomads advance and trigger shared battles. End Game Bonuses reward long-term planning.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Antonio Petrelli and Daniele Tascini, Tianxia ties economic Income mechanics to a recurring military threat and political maneuvering. It belongs to the 'T games (Daniele Tascini)' series and uses Variable Set-up and Variable Player Powers to change each playthrough's dynamics.
Pro
- Historical Warring States theme (~260 BCE)
- Mix of Worker Placement, Multi-Use Cards and Contracts
- Variable Set-up and Variable Player Powers increase replayability
- Integrates economy, politics and military threats
Contra
- Long playtime (~120 minutes) requires time commitment
- Multiple interacting mechanics can overwhelm new players
Setting & atmosphere
Set in the Chinese Warring States period around 260 BCE, the game focuses on building walls and towers, trading with ships and defending northern borders against nomadic groups.
Tips for beginners
Focus first on steady income and basic defenses; learn how Multi-Use Cards function before pursuing complex combos.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes. The game lists Solo / Solitaire Game as a mechanic and supports 1 player.
How long does a game really take?
Duration is about 120 minutes; include setup and explanation time for an extended session.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with worker-placement and mid-weight euro mechanics is beneficial.
How does this compare to similar games?
Tianxia combines Worker Placement with Multi-Use Cards and Contracts, linking economic income to a recurring military threat.
Is this suitable for families?
With a minimum age of 14 and intermediate complexity, it's more suited to families with older or experienced players.
What mechanic makes it special?
Multi-Use Cards paired with Worker Placement and Contracts form the core mechanical identity.
Fazit
Tianxia is recommended for players wanting historical depth combined with Worker-Placement and Multi-Use Cards. If you can invest ~120 minutes and handle intermediate complexity, it delivers layered strategic choices.
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