Baltic Empires: The Northern Wars of 1558-1721

Step back in time to the shores of the Baltic Sea, a region full of conflict, trade and big dreams. In Baltic Empires: The Northern Wars of 1558-1721 you take charge of one of the mighty empires of that period. Denmark-Norway, Sweden, Russia, Poland-Lithuania and Prussia all fight for power. Each country has its own strengths and its own goals, just like it really was back then. You decide how your empire grows. You build up your economy, strengthen your government and make sure important trading places end up in your hands. After that, it is time to raise armies. Along the way you bring famous figures from history to your court, who help you with your plans. The combat system uses its own dice for each type of unit, so every battle feels exciting and different. You constantly have to make choices that can hurt, because your resources are never enough for everything you want. With two to five players and various scenarios, you play exactly the adventure that suits you. Do you want a tight duel, or rather a long evening full of alliances, secret plans and betrayal? It is all possible. Expect a solid evening-long session in which you write history together at the table.