Grail Cup is crafted by the well - known Game Designer Bruno Faidutti and features illustrations by John Kovalic. In this game, you'll embark on a thrilling quest to reach the castle before others. Along the way, you can trap your foes and team up with a powerful dragon to fend off opponents. It uses a smart hidden - role selection system, similar to Citadels, allowing you to bluff your way to victory. This light and fast - paced race game wraps up in under 30 minutes. Each turn, you pick a role that determines your actions and turn order. Acting first or last can greatly affect the game's outcome. Key features include: an exciting castle race where you outwit rivals; a unique hidden - role system for strategic bluffing; the chance to ally with a mighty dragon for an edge; a short playtime perfect for quick fun with friends and family; and strategic role selection offering endless possibilities. The game includes a game board, player tokens, an adventure card deck, quest markers, and a rulebook. It's a tabletop board game suitable for ages 10 and up, with 2 - 4 players and a playtime of about 45 minutes.
How to play: First, set up the game board, place the player tokens, shuffle the adventure card deck, and lay out the quest markers. Each player picks a role at the start of their turn. The role decides what actions you can take and your position in the turn order. Try to reach the castle first by using your role's abilities, trapping opponents, and getting the dragon on your side. Tips: Think carefully about which role to choose each turn as it can change the game. Keep your true plans secret to bluff your opponents. Don't forget to use the dragon to keep rivals away. Maintenance: Keep the cards and tokens in a dry place. If they get dirty, gently wipe them with a soft cloth. When not in use, store the game in its box to avoid losing any pieces. Safety: Make sure young players don't put small parts like tokens in their mouths. Enjoy your game of Grail Cup!
