Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Renaissance-era Florence with this thrilling Euro-style area control game. Set in the city of Florence, players must boost their family's status and navigate the bustling streets on the night of a magnificent Carnevale. The goal is to meet the ruling Medici figureheads - Cosimo, Giovanni, and Contessina. In each round, the regions you aim to control change as the Medici move around the city for different functions. Over nine rounds, dispatch family members to parties, give gifts, brag about achievements, spread gossip, and push through crowds to get face-time with the Medici. Time is the key resource here. As the Carnevale intensifies and the streets fill with revelers, navigation becomes tougher, so choose your actions wisely. By getting your family to the front of queues and being the talk of the town (by meeting 'brag' card conditions), you'll earn valuable points to elevate your family's standing. Each Medici has a unique preference, and they get harder to impress as the night progresses, offering more points for tougher objectives. This game also includes a solo mode by Dávid Turczi. It's suitable for 1 - 5 players, takes 40 - 80 minutes, and is for ages 14 and up. Features include Action Points, Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, End Game Bonuses, and Point to Point Movement. The themes are Economic, Political, and Renaissance.
To play Florence, first gather 1 - 5 players aged 14 or above. Each game session will take about 40 - 80 minutes. At the start, set up the game board to represent the city of Florence during the Carnevale. You'll then take on the role of a family trying to elevate its status. Each round, the Medici move around the city, so you need to send your family members to different areas to meet them. Use your family members to attend parties, give gifts, brag about achievements, and spread gossip. Remember, time is limited, especially as the Carnevale gets busier. Try to meet the conditions on the 'brag' cards to get your family at the front of queues and gain more points. Each Medici has a specific approach that impresses them, so pay attention to that. If you're playing solo, you can use the solo mode designed by Dávid Turczi. When it comes to maintenance, keep the game components in a dry and cool place to prevent damage. After each game, make sure to put all the cards and pieces back in their proper places for easy storage and future use.
