Time of Crisis: The Roman Empire in Turmoil, 235-284 AD

The Roman Empire in the third century nearly collapsed, with a new man claiming the purple every few years. In Time of Crisis, from GMT in 2017, you lead a Roman dynasty during those fifty chaotic years, 235 to 284 AD. You start with one province and a few weak cards, then build influence among the senate, the army and the people, using a deck you improve as you go. Dice settle battles, barbarians push at the borders, and the throne changes hands again and again. It is a card-driven wargame, so every card has to do double duty. Expect long, scheming sessions, around three hours, where staying in power is harder than getting there.