When in Rome...
Two thousand years ago, the Republic of Rome suffered through
revolt and unrest. Strong military leaders were needed. Julius
Caesar, a clever Senator and skilled orator, maneuvered himself
to the rank of consul in 59 B.C.E,
a position which gave him vast political power, as well as
the right to command armies. Military success followed political
success, and his popularity grew.
Realizing the threat of Caesar's
ego, the Senate ordered him to lay down his command and disband
his army. Instead, he invaded Italy, conquering Rome and quashing
rebellions in Egypt and Spain. Caesar ended Rome's civil war,
and, beloved by citizens and the military, became dictator-for-life...a
life extinguished in 44 B.C.E. when he
was murdered as he entered the Senate, stabbed 23 times. At
least sixty Senators were in on the assassination plot.
In the vacuum left by Caesar's
death, three powerful figures, Marc Anthony, M. Aemilius Lepidus,
and Octavian (Caesar's grand-nephew) formed a ruling triumvirate.
Convincing (or forcing) the Senate to grant them jurisdiction
over the Republic, they each governed a section of Rome.
In 36 B.C.E Lepidus was squeezed
out of the arrangement. Marc Anthony became enamored with
Cleopatra of Egypt and in 32 divorced his Roman wife (also
Octavian's sister) to marry his Queen of the Nile. Enraged
at the family insult and fearing Marc Anthony would lead the
forces of Egypt to conquer Rome, Octavian began mobilizing
armies. Though hundreds of Senators loyal to Marc Anthony
threw their support to Egypt, Rome was triumphant. Marc Anthony
and Cleopatra both committed suicide.
Fearing turmoil and desiring
the security of a strong leader, the Senate granted Octavian
the rank of Emperor. Octavian took
the name Augustus, meaning "revered." Thus began
the Roman Empire.
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April 2003: Ancient Greece and Rome
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Ah, the Ancient Empires of the Mediterranean. Those toga-clad
forebearers had it all, from the high culture of philosophy
and drama to the debauchery of orgies and vomitoriums. What
a fitting theme for a Game Night!
It's a dangerous time, where the schemes of ambitious Senators
are as deadly as the swords of berserk gladiators. Rise to
the challenge, and become a dictator-for-life god incarnate.
Lose, and face the fate of the conquered (and learn firsthand
why the Ancient Greeks invented tragedy).
Hail Caesar! It's Game Night: Ancient Greece and Rome!
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HHere's a sampling of what
we played:
(for more info on a game, click
on the picture)
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Maneuver your politicians through the twisting halls into
the Inner Sanctum of the Senate. To advance, you need the
majority of votes from other players, who in turn require
votes from you. Wheel and deal your way to the top, and earn
the most laurels to win.
3-5 players.
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Into the arena, gladiators! Assemble
teams of warriors, armed with swords, shields, tridents, and
spears. Then let
the fight begin! The last team standing wins...unless the
lions eat everybody first!
2-5 players.
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This box is three games in one. In Hannibal vs.
Rome, two mighty armies maneuver legions and galleons
across the Mediterranean. Circus Maximus is a fierce
race between chariot teams. The first to cross the line
doesn't matter: to win, all three of your racers must
finish the course before your opponents! In Imperium,
extend your power by spreading influence throughout
the provinces-- and why bother earning influence when
it can be stolen? From politics to war to sport, this
game has it all.
2-5 players.
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In the labyrinthine streets of a Greek marketplace,
players compete for the prime spots to open stores.
Earn the most money by owning shops with multiple
entrances. But put all your eggs in one basket and
a single fire can destroy your sprawling complex.
Every card can be played in any orientation, so throw
away the grid and think outside the box!
2-4 players.
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Welcome to the frathouse! Based on the
hit game Chez
Geek, it's Chez Greek, and the slackers have gone
to college! Pick a major, and earn points for going
to concerts, buying cool things, and scoring some nookie.
(Whoa, a game where you score when you score!) Go Lambda
Lambda Lambda!
2-5 players.
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