Game of Thrones

[Dreamer128]

Does anyone play this boardgame? It's based on the Song of Ice and Fire books by G.R.R Martin, and has the same high quality as it's literary counterparts. I've been playing with the same group for quite some time, though, and I'd like to discuss the game with other players to get a fresh perspective. Typically, we play the Clash of Kings Expansion with five players (leaving out House Grevjoy). And typically, it's either Llanister or Baratheon that wins. Mainly because Llanister quickly seizes control of the sea area around Pyke, allowing them to control the entire region. Including Riverrun, Seagard and Pyke. Their Naval support makes them nearly invulnerable, especially after deploying Siege weapons on Llanisport. Baratheon will eventually challenge their power, but will also have to content with Stark and especially Martell and Tyrell. Personally, I rather like playing the Martells. The Tyrells (who never seem to win) will typically have issues with both Llanister and Baratheon, allowing Martell to seize control of the south without much trouble. Still, their housecards are quick mediocre. Unlike Llanister who has both Tywin (str = X) and Tyrion (negate all support). Baratheon has also been seriously weakened since they lost Salador Saan (best card from the original). Does anyone have good theories on how houses like Martell and Tyrell can effectively oppose the giants? Also, how does Stark go about against Llanister in above scenario ? During our last game, I tried the agressive approach (with Baratheon giving me all the space I needed). But after the first Mustering, their circle of fortresses becomes indestructable and Naval opposition becomes impossible. Suggestions?

[ 02-10-2005, 06:23 PM: Message edited by: Dreamer128 ]

[Legolas]

Team up against the big ones early on? I'm not familiar with the game but that'd be my first thought.

[Harkoliar]

ive read the book. all 3 (i think) so far. its pretty good. i never heard of the board game though

[Dreamer128]

You should definately play it, it's awesome. A perfect mix of diplomacy and tactic. As for the tactic of ganging up on the no. 1 player. It eventually happens, but no one is willing to attack first. One of the nicer features of the game is that you can use your troops to support those of another player (without any risk to yourself). It takes some time before people are willing to place themselves in a vulnerable position by attacking. If done too soon, their neighours will tear them appart like vultures.

[Harkoliar]

is this a board game or a computer game.. i never seen it on pc actualy heh

[Gnarf]

Board game. I've seen it for sale. Never tried it...

[Link]

Originally posted by Harkoliar: is this a board game or a computer game.. i never seen it on pc actualy heh

Harks, read the first line of the first post in this topic again, and you'll have your answer

[pritchke]

We will be playing this Saturday. We have sort of a little club in Calgary were we get together once a month to play board, card games.

Game of Thrones is our newest game so will be the flavor for this month. Last time was Crime Lords. We usually have enough time for at least 4 games. This weekend we will likely play 2 games of Thrones, 1 game of Crime Lords, and 1 of another or even the previous 2 again.

We could probably use an extra player if anyone is in Calgary so feel free to PM me if your male and interested in playing. There used to be 6 of us but we have dwindled to 4. Sorry gals we are all practically married guys so our women won't look to favorably on having girls at our game day.

[ 10-02-2006, 02:08 PM: Message edited by: pritchke ]

[pritchke]

Originally posted by Dreamer128: Does anyone play this boardgame? It's based on the Song of Ice and Fire books by G.R.R Martin, and has the same high quality as it's literary counterparts. I've been playing with the same group for quite some time, though, and I'd like to discuss the game with other players to get a fresh perspective. Typically, we play the Clash of Kings Expansion with five players (leaving out House Grevjoy). And typically, it's either Llanister or Baratheon that wins. Mainly because Llanister quickly seizes control of the sea area around Pyke, allowing them to control the entire region. Including Riverrun, Seagard and Pyke. Their Naval support makes them nearly invulnerable, especially after deploying Siege weapons on Llanisport. Baratheon will eventually challenge their power, but will also have to content with Stark and especially Martell and Tyrell. Personally, I rather like playing the Martells. The Tyrells (who never seem to win) will typically have issues with both Llanister and Baratheon, allowing Martell to seize control of the south without much trouble. Still, their housecards are quick mediocre. Unlike Llanister who has both Tywin (str = X) and Tyrion (negate all support). Baratheon has also been seriously weakened since they lost Salador Saan (best card from the original). Does anyone have good theories on how houses like Martell and Tyrell can effectively oppose the giants? Also, how does Stark go about against Llanister in above scenario ? During our last game, I tried the agressive approach (with Baratheon giving me all the space I needed). But after the first Mustering, their circle of fortresses becomes indestructable and Naval opposition becomes impossible. Suggestions?

I have not actually played yet, but only read the rules. If what you say is true then in order to win with those weaker fraction your best bet is to make the larger fractions hate each other. As well it could be a good idea for the weaker fractions to make alliances against the larger to ensure one of the weaker fractions wins, trickey though since maybe the two sronger ones will team up to stop this alliance. Mind you I will play tomorrow so I will keep what you said in mind. If I end up with a weaker one my strategy would be very good diplomacy, and the occassional backstab, and hope for lots of luck.

Question: Of the Three areas of Influence which is the best to try and have control over? At first I was thinking The Iron Throne but the other two obviously have there perks as well and could be better depending upon your strategy.

[ 10-02-2006, 02:09 PM: Message edited by: pritchke ]

[Harkoliar]

Originally posted by Harkoliar: is this a board game or a computer game.. i never seen it on pc actualy heh

it was one of the days where my brain is working less than 40% [img]tongue.gif[/img] .

i just got confused since he posted it in micellaneous games.. didnt know board game fits into the category