High Society by Dr Reiner Knizia (English)

Description: High Society by Dr Reiner Knizia, Medusa Dollmaker A new edition of Reiner Knizias classic auction game, where players must out-bid each other to gain their rightful place within high society. LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A new edition of Reiner Knizias classic auction game, where players must out-bid each other to gain their rightful place within high society.Its the turn of the century, and its time to live large.As the quintessential bon vivant you must spare no expense following the latest trend and surrounding yourself with the fineries of life that you justly deserve. Assert your status, impress your peers, and avoid scandal at every turn.In Reiner Knizias classic auction game, players must bid against each other for lifes luxuries, using their vast wealth to acquire symbols of status. But beware over-indulging, for the player at the end of game with the least money cannot possibly be considered a member of high society. This new edition of High Society features 16 stunning Art Nouveau-inspired illustrations by Medusa Dollmaker.Players: 3-5Playing Time: 20 minutesAges: 10+Contents: 55 Money cards, 16 Oversized Status cards Author Biography Dr. Reiner Knizia is one of the worlds most successful and prolific game designers. More than 600 of his games and books have been published worldwide in over 50 languages. With sales exceeding 20 million copies, he has won numerous international awards, including two German Game of the Year Awards, three French Grand Prix du Jouet, and the Japan Board Game Prize. Currently based in Germany, he has teaching assignments at various international universities and institutions on Learning Techniques, Management and Game Design. Table of Contents Players: 3-5Playing Time: 20 minutesAges: 10+55 Money cards16 Oversized Status cards Review The Osprey edition of this game is absolutely gorgeous * The Dice Tower *one of the most out-and-out entertaining entries in the packed genre -- Matt Jarvis * Tabletop Gaming Magazine * Promotional A new edition of Reiner Knizias classic auction game, where players must out-bid each other to gain their rightful place within high society. Review Quote "Dice Tower Seal of Approval! If youve never heard of [High Society] its time to discover this game.... High Society in this new printing is excellent. I would say go out and grab yourself a copy." - The Dice Tower "This game probably elicits the most laughter of any auction game Ive ever played." - Drive-Thru Review ". . . the artwork is phenomenal!" - Board Games & Beyond "Theres something special about these moments when I get to say this to you, so let me just rejoice in it for a little minute--High Society is really, really good!" - NoPunIncluded "Such a tight, brilliant, short, auction card game. I used to have the previous version and now Osprey have brought it back, they havent changed any of the rules, but theyve delivered this amazing artwork in this lovely small box, and for me its just a quintessential travel game." - Actualol "I love this one, Its a lot of fun." - Ding & Dent "I really enjoy [High Society], especially for something so simple." - Rolling Dice & Taking Names "High Societys primary achievement is in conveying thematic weight that outstrips its size. This is a thoughtful design shaped with a sense of purpose, and in many respects its one of the best examples of a game being more than a game." - Player Elimination "...a tense game with interesting decisions. Its easy to learn, easy to teach...its portable and has good artwork." - Bowers Game Corner Promotional "Headline" A new edition of Reiner Knizias classic auction game, where players must out-bid each other to gain their rightful place within high society. Details ISBN1472827775 Year 2018 ISBN-10 1472827775 ISBN-13 9781472827777 Publication Date 2018-05-31 Media Book Illustrator Medusa Dollmaker Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 795.4 Pages 1 Language English Author Medusa Dollmaker UK Release Date 2018-05-31 Imprint Osprey Games AU Release Date 2018-05-31 NZ Release Date 2018-05-31 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:118216913;

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