Lords of the Spanish Main
- Players: 2–8 players
- Play time: 120 min
- BGG rating: 6.7
About Lords of the Spanish Main
Each player, representing a historical individual in the year 1600, attempts to make his fortune in the Spanish Main. One player is the Marqués de Guadalcazar, the Spanish governor of Española. He is not averse to dealing in contraband goods with the merchant fleets of the other players. During each yearly turn, a player bids upon properties and slaves, establishes colonies, and maneuvers his ships for either trade or piracy. He is free to perform almost any negotiation or deal with the other players. In 1605, the treasure player (usually the Marqués) sails the first treasure flotilla, using either his own fleet, or a contracted foreign one. If the voyage successfully avoids the pirates of the other players, the treasure is divided up as agreed among the collaborators. The player finishing with the greatest gold and treasure wins. —description from the publisher
- Released
- 2006
- Designer
- Phil Eklund
- Age
- 12+
- Best with
- 4 or 5 players (BGG community)
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How many players can play Lords of the Spanish Main?
Lords of the Spanish Main plays with 2–8 players.
What is the best player count for Lords of the Spanish Main?
BoardGameGeek community voters say Lords of the Spanish Main is best with 4 or 5 players (4 votes).
How long does Lords of the Spanish Main take to play?
A game of Lords of the Spanish Main takes 120 min.
What age is Lords of the Spanish Main for?
The recommended minimum age for Lords of the Spanish Main is 12+.
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