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The High Crusade

Ares Magazine #16. 1345 AD, Aliens land a starship on earth, unfortunately the local knights defeat the aliens, and steal the starship. Thus starts the crusade against the aliens, with some help from independent races. Based on the novel of the same name by Poul Anderson.

Players

2

Time

?-?

Age

12+

Weight

2.8

Rating

6.00

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The High Crusade has a high level of direct confrontation and strategic depth, with frequent interaction among players. However, it does not emphasize cooperation as much.

Teach 2.4

Teaching signal

Replay 4.0

High replayability

Interaction 3.7

Highly interactive

Scaling 4.0

Scales well

Strategy 4.5

Deep strategy

Control 2.8

Luck-sensitive

Table feel

The High Crusade has a high level of direct confrontation and strategic depth, with frequent interaction among players. However, it does not emphasize cooperation as much.

Replay value

The High Crusade has a high replayability score due to its high variability gameboard, impactful expansions, deep strategic possibilities, and adaptability to different player counts. It offers fresh experiences each time it is played and allows players to discover new tactics and strategies. The game's player interaction and scalability also contribute to its replay value. While it may take some time to learn, the depth it offers makes it worth the investment.

Luck profile

The High Crusade has a moderate influence of luck. Random elements like dice rolls and card draws have a notable but not exclusive impact on the game outcome. However, players have substantial ability to mitigate randomness through strategic decisions and planning. The game outcome is a balanced mix of luck and strategy, with neither element dominating. Overall, luck plays a significant role, but player strategy and decisions also have a considerable influence on the game's outcome.

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Ares Magazine #16. 1345 AD, Aliens land a starship on earth, unfortunately the local knights defeat the aliens, and steal the starship. Thus starts the crusade against the aliens, with some help from independent races. Based on the novel of the same name by Poul Anderson.

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Designers

2
David "Zeb" Cook Edward G. Sollers

Artists

2
Kristine L. Bartyzel Dave LaForce

Publishers

1
SPI (Simulations Publications, Inc.)

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