Twist Of Fate (Kickstarter Special)

Board Game Geek Rating: 5.49. Board Game Geek Avg Player Rating: 5.39. Suitable for 2 to 4 players, published in 2016. This is the Kickstarter Edition of Twist Of Fate Board Game. It includes the core game and all stretch goals. Note: paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless stated otherwise. Set in 19th - century London at the start of the Industrial Revolution, a tough place for the poor. Escaping the city's degradation and finding safety from crime and vice depends on money or luck. Your goal is to find sanctuary for Oliver Twist. By playing skillfully, gaining Luck and Shillings, the player who manages Oliver Twist's fate best and gets eight Sanctuary Points to find him sanctuary at Mr. Brownlow's house wins. It's a quick, 'take - that' microgame inspired by a beloved historical novel. Each player starts with 6 double - sided player cards like The Artful Dodger, Bill Sikes, etc. These cards have Gives and Takes, affecting Luck or Shillings for both the giver and receiver. Twist fate by manipulating your Luck and Shilling cards! When a player reaches 4 of Luck or Shillings, advance your Sanctuary Tokens. The first to reach eight at Mr. Brownlow's house wins. At TheGameSteward, we're happy to back campaigns. A large part of your spending on Twist Of Fate will go towards backing new Kickstarter games. If you have purchase questions or need game advice, contact The Game Steward.

To play Twist Of Fate, first, each player gets a hand of 6 double - sided player cards. These cards are key to the game as they let you give or take Luck and Shillings from other players and yourself. Your main goal is to find sanctuary for Oliver Twist. You do this by skillfully playing your cards to gain Luck and Shillings. When you reach 4 of either Luck or Shillings, move your Sanctuary Tokens to the next level. The first player to reach eight Sanctuary Points at Mr. Brownlow's house wins. Remember, this is the Kickstarter Edition which includes the core game and all stretch goals, but paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless otherwise stated. Keep your cards in good condition by storing them in a cool, dry place. If you have any questions about buying or playing the game, don't hesitate to contact The Game Steward.