El Grande

Step into the captivating world of El Grande, the award-winning strategy game that immerses players in the rich tapestry of medieval Spain. As a powerful Grande, your cunning and strategic prowess will be essential as the influence of the king begins to wane.

Engage in a thrilling battle for control as you skillfully maneuver to seize territories across the land. Begin by drafting caballeros (knights) into your court, positioning them strategically on the board to dominate key regions. The game unfolds over nine electrifying rounds, with scoring occurring every third round, ensuring the excitement never wanes.

The action kicks off each round with a critical decision: select one of your thirteen power cards. This choice not only dictates the turn order but also determines how many caballeros you can move from the provinces into your court. On your turn, you’ll choose from five unique action cards, each offering fresh rule variations and thrilling scoring opportunities.

Will you deploy your caballeros from your court into adjacent regions, or will you venture to the mysterious castillo—an enigmatic tower brimming with untapped potential? Keep in mind, a key aspect of El Grande is that pieces cannot move in or out of the king’s region, adding an engaging layer of strategic complexity to your gameplay.

Utilize your action cards wisely; one of the five will always allow you to move the king, while the others refresh each round, introducing new strategies and surprises. Your ultimate objective is to secure a caballero majority in as many regions (including the castillo) as possible during the scoring rounds.

Scoring begins with the castillo, where you will secretly assign cubes to specific regions using your region dial. Then, each area will be evaluated against a scoring table, offering generous bonuses for holding a majority in regions adjacent to your Grande and the king.

Prepare for a thrilling blend of competitive intrigue, masterful strategy, and dynamic gameplay in El Grande. The battle for control of medieval Spain is not just a game—it’s an unforgettable experience waiting for you to conquer!