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Rule the Realm
2019
Rules assistance for Rule the Realm
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–4 players
- 20–40 min
- 8+
- Complexity 1.5/5
For 2 players
Rules assistant for Rule the Realm
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Rule the Realm is a board game released in 2019 for 2–4 players, 20–40 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Yaniv Kahana and Oren Shainin and its main mechanics are Area Majority / Influence, Enclosure, and Open Drafting.
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About the game
You have found a way to bend time and space by means of a rare elastic substance known as KAUCHUKIUM, and now you are able to travel to foregone and yet undiscovered worlds in search of amazing treasures. But you are not the only one lurking among ancient ruins or looking for jungle temples. So don't drag your feet, choose the best tactics, and be the first to BAND THE WORLD! Travel to eight fascinating locations in Kauchuk and collect treasures and other valuable artifacts. Take control over the territory using unique components and a special 3D game board. Rules of the game change from one location to another allowing you to experience each game as a new one.
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- Hobby Japan
- Swan Panasia Co., Ltd.
- DV Games
- Pressman Toy Corp.
- Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd
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Questions and answers
Rule the Realm supports 2–4 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Rule the Realm is 20–40 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Rule the Realm for ages 8 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Rule the Realm has a complexity rating of 1.5 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Rule the Realm belongs to these categories: Abstract Strategy. Its main mechanics are Area Majority / Influence, Enclosure, and Open Drafting. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Rule the Realm are: Yaniv Kahana and Oren Shainin. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Rule the Realm as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.