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Sylla (2008)

3–4 players · 60–90 min · age 12+ · ★ 6.7 on BGG

Players
3–4
Play time
60–90 min
Age
12+
Complexity
Medium
BGG rating
6.7/10

Best for 3–4 players aged 12+ who like ancient games — medium complexity, plays in 60–90 min.

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About Sylla

Sylla was the name of a Roman Consul and dictator; the name of the game is a reference to his person. The designer tried to bring together "Res Publica Romana" and "Saint Petersburg," furthermore playable in one hour. The players will try to become the premier Consul of Rome. Each of the five years (turns) is subdivided into seven phases in which the players take their actions. It will be semi-cooperative as one player alone cannot influence all parts of t…

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Ancient

Mechanics: Auction/Bidding, Card Drafting, Voting · Designer: Dominique Ehrhard

Players: 3P · 4P

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Sylla FAQ

How many players is Sylla?
Sylla plays with 3–4 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Sylla take to play?
A game of Sylla takes 60–90 min, at medium complexity (3.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Sylla any good?
Sylla rates 6.7/10 from 2,046 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a ancient game built around auction/bidding, card drafting, voting.