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Hnefatafl: The Viking Tales

2022

Hnefatafl: The Viking Tales

2–4 players · 60 min · 6+

Immerse yourself in the world of new boardgame Hnefetafl: The Viking Tales and lead your troops to victory in a strategic game for up to four players! Play as a various characters from the Viking history and mythology while competing with your friends in various scenarios.

The game of Hnefatafl, often translated as "Kings' Table" began its life in Scandinavia over 1600 years ago. In the traditional version, one player is a king with troops who are caught in an ambush by the forces of the second player.

Hnefetafl: The Viking Tales has been expanded to include a 4-player version, while preserving simple rules that guarantee long hours of fun with countless gameplay possibilities. Each game includes a variety of scenarios with multiple goals to achieve. The stories are presented as Sagas in which you will play as famous Vikings and Gods from Scandinavian mythology.

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