History of the World

Immerse yourself in the fascinating trajectory of civilization with History of the World, a game that challenges up to six players to expand their empires throughout the ages. From the earliest times, when agriculture began, to the conflicts of the 20th century, each player takes control of great powers, employing intricate strategies to dominate the map. In this immersive experience, you witness the rise and fall of civilizations while pursuing technological innovations and facing unexpected events that could change the course of your story. With a visually stunning board and rules optimized for agile play, History of the World promises not just a game, but a true epic in which you can leave your indelible mark in the annals of time. Get ready to conquer and be remembered!

Table of Contents
- How to Play
- Tips for playing
- Game mechanics
- Game components
- Additional Information

The main objective of the History of the World game is to lead historical civilizations in combat and territorial expansion, accumulating points by controlling regions and accomplishing significant feats throughout six distinct eras, each representing different periods in world history.

Tips for playing

Here are some tips for doing better in the game History of the World:

• Focus on expanding your empire in regions with adjacent territories to facilitate movement and defense.
• Prioritize the construction of monuments to secure additional victory points in the long term.
• Use historical events strategically to disrupt your opponents' plans or strengthen your own position.
• Keep a balance between attacking and defending; choosing battles wisely can preserve your strength.
• Think about future consequences when choosing civilizations, aiming for specific skills that complement your strategy.
• Establish temporary alliances when necessary, but be prepared to break them if it's to your advantage.
• Observe the opponents' board to predict moves and plan defensive moves.
• Manage resources efficiently to maximize your growth and minimize waste.

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GAME mechanics

• Influence / Majority in the Area - This mechanic occurs when players seek to control different regions of the world map throughout the various historical eras represented in the game. Influence is determined by the presence of units in the specific area, and the player with the most units in a region at the end of an era earns victory points. This simulates the geopolitical and cultural dominance of civilizations at that time.
• Hand Management - During the game, players receive cards representing historical events, strategic advantages or combat modifiers. Effective management of these cards is crucial, as each card can be played at strategic moments to maximize the effectiveness of armies or to change the course of battles. Decisions on when to keep or discard cards strongly influence the development of the match.
• Data Scrolling - Combats and some events in the game are resolved by rolling dice. Success in battle depends both on the roll and on comparing the results with the opponent's strengths. This mechanic adds an element of luck and unpredictability, requiring players to plan for unexpected circumstances and adjust their strategies as necessary.

Game components

See all the items in the game below History of the World:

• 1 instruction manual
• 1 Game Board
• 150 Armies (25 in each color: blue, green, yellow, red, white and purple)
• 24 Capitals / Cities (with two sides)
• 20 Monumental Structures
• 14 Fortifications
• 1 Siege Catapult
• 40 Empire Cards (8 for each era: I, II, III, IV and V)
• 40 Event Cards (8 for each era: I, II, III, IV and V)
• 4 Game Dice
• 32 Territory Sheets
• 6 Punctuation Markers
• 6 Fleet / Caravan Markers (double-sided)
• 15 Siege Chips

Additional Information

• Ludopedia link: https://ludopedia.com.br/jogo/history-of-the-world
• Link Tabletopia:
• Amazon Brazil link: Comprar History of the World
• Amazon USA link: Comprar History of the World

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