Here I stand

Wars of the Reformation 1517-1555

Game on the political and religious conflicts in Europe, early 16th century. The mechanism is directed by cards and simulates political and religious conflicts on a map. The involved powers are the Ottomans, the Hapsburgs, England, France, the Pope and the Protestants, the game has a definite focus on the forming of alliances during the diplomatic phase at the beginning of each turn. The deck holds many event and reaction cards, playable by each power, to use against treaties or plans.

Simulation * 3-6 players * no age given * Designer: Ed Beach * Graphics: Rodger MacGowan * ca. 240 min * 0512, GMT, USA, 2006 *** GMT Games, www.gmtgames.com