Embark on a journey through antiquity in

EPOS 

Epos: A Gentes Game is a standalone strategy board game of ancient civilizations. It is based on the best-selling Gentes by Stefan Risthaus and beautifully illustrated by renowned artist Harald Lieske. EPOS takes you on a memorable expedition through the fascinating realms of antiquity.

Coming soon to Gamefound and Spieleschmiede.

EPOS will be available in separate German and English editions.

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One Box, 
Endless Scenarios 

With a competitive base game, 8 unique thematic scenarios, a linked campaign mode, a solo mode and variable victory conditions, EPOS offers boundless variability and re-playability.

Scenarios included, each with a separate booklet and different challenges to rise above: 

  • Kingdoms - establish your first settlements
  • Tributes - your needs of resources and power grow 
  • Infrastructure - link cities with lucrative trade routes
  • Expeditions - create new opportunities
  • Trade - demand and prices of goods fluctuate
  • Progress - new technologies and improved skills
  • Turbulent Times - enemies at the gates, disasters loom!
  • New Era - lead your people to new highs and to a state of PANEM ET CIRCENSES!

Make History 

Throughout history, the Mediterranean was inhabited by many different peoples and city-states. In EPOS: A Gentes Game, you lead your people to prosperity to secure a fitting place in history through gameplay.
 

Embark on your own journey with your custom civilization or take up the challenges of one of these historical cultures in the scenario New Eras: Hittites - Egyptians - Greeks - Minoans - Phoenicians - Romans

Streamlined Action Selection

Master the art of strategic decision-making with EPOS's innovative action selection mechanic. Short, on-point actions keep the game moving at a brisk pace, ensuring maximum enjoyment for all players. By choosing from a common pool and paying for each action with "time" you'll stay engaged and challenged, with no room for complacency, as your available options get steadily reduced. 

The actions by which you advance your civilization include:

  • Teacher - train your people to unlock their potential
  • Navigator - expand your influence and establish new cities on the board
  • Architect and Builder - research and build civilizational achievements
  • Tax Collector - .. and get the necessary funding for all of this!

Depending on the chosen scenario more actions are available...

Premium Component Quality

Immerse yourself in the world of EPOS with premium components that enhance your gaming experience. From double-layered play boards to screen-printed wooden pieces and high-quality cards, every element is crafted to perfection for your enjoyment. 

EPOS vs. GENTES

EPOS offers eight unique scenarios, each with its own special rules, allowing for a variety of gameplay experiences. These scenarios can be combined into a campaign, letting you guide your civilization through diverse challenges. Additionally, most scenarios can be tackled in solo mode, a feature also absent in GENTES.

Moreover, the base game of EPOS provides a gameplay experience similar to GENTES but with several enhancements:

  • Cities and Provinces: EPOS includes cities and provinces with slightly different rules, adding depth to the game.
  • Movement Between Areas: Pioneers can move and found cities, making EPOS more dynamic.
  • City Effects: These can be triggered not only by cities but also by removing a pioneer, adding strategic variety.
  • Card Mechanics: Players can draw a mix of new cards and cards from the discard pile, a seemingly minor change that significantly impacts gameplay.

These improvements, among others, elevate the gaming experience in EPOS beyond what GENTES offers.

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