Thermopyles

Published 2013

Thermopyles is a game that Touko Tahkokallio designed especially for the Cardboard & Sun 2013 event in Paros, Greece. In this card-driven cooperative game, the players together guide the courageous but gravely outnumbered Spartan army against a superior force - the invading Persians. The Spartans decide to meet the enemy at the Thermopyles pass and try to withstand their attack there. At their disposal are only 300 brave Spartan soldiers and a number of other Greeks supporting them. Choosing when to put their strongest units into battle is essential, as is knowing when to make a stand and when to consolidate their strength. By playing cards that collectively surpass the strength of the Persian unit that is in front of them at any given point, they defeat it. The players win or lose together, depending on if the Persian army withdraws, or if their last stand fails.

Mechanics

Campaign / Battle Card Driven Cooperative Game Co-operative Play Dice Rolling Hand Management

Categories

Abstract Strategy Ancient Dice

Designers

Touko Tahkokallio

Publishers

BoardGameTravel.com
Thermopyles

Game Info

Players
1-4 Players
Time
20 min
Weight
Light — 1.21/5
Year
2013
BGG Rating
3.88
BGG Rank
#30123
Min Age
10+

Frequently Asked Questions

Thermopyles supports 1 to 4 players.
A typical game of Thermopyles takes about 20 minutes.
Thermopyles has a complexity rating of 1.21/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Light' category. It is very accessible and great for new gamers.
The recommended minimum age for Thermopyles is 10+. Younger children may enjoy it with guidance from experienced players.
Thermopyles has a rating of 3.88/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 372 ratings. It is ranked #30123 overall.
Thermopyles was designed by Touko Tahkokallio. It was published in 2013.