Batab: Guardians of Chichen Itza
Step into the ancient world of the Maya civilization and assume the role of a Batab, a noble guardian and leader of the grand city of Chichen Itza. In this immersive board game, you'll navigate the intricate web of political power, resource management, and cultural influence, all while vying for control over this magnificent realm. The game ends when after the end of 3 scoring rounds, called K'atun Celebrations. At the end of the game, the player with the most Might wins, and is crowned the supreme guardian of Chichen Itza.
What is Batab: Guardians of Chichen Itza
Step into the ancient world of the Maya civilization and assume the role of a Batab, a noble guardian and leader of the grand city of Chichen Itza. In this immersive board game, you'll navigate the intricate web of political power, resource management, and cultural influence, all while vying for control over this magnificent realm. The game ends when after the end of 3 scoring rounds, called K'atun Celebrations. At the end of the game, the player with the most Might wins, and is crowned the supreme guardian of Chichen Itza.
"Batab: Guardians of Chichen Itza" builds upon the renowned system of "Ahau: Rulers of Yucatán" but streamlines it into a seamless worker placement experience. In this game, you'll immerse yourself in the vibrant streets and sacred precincts of Chichen Itza. Your mission is to ascend to greatness by earning the favor of the gods and the respect of your peers.
To achieve this, you'll:
Construct Monuments: Erect magnificent temples, including the iconic Kukulkan Pyramid, to assert your influence over the city.
Game details
- Players
- 1–5
- Age
- +14
- Duration
- 120 min
- Difficulty
- —
- Type
- Board game
- Year
- 2025
- Mechanics
- Card Play Conflict Resolution · Hand Management · Solo / Solitaire Game
- Categories
- Ancient · City Building · Educational
- Designer
- Oláh Tamás
- Publisher
- Apeiron Games
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How many players is Batab: Guardians of Chichen Itza for?
Batab: Guardians of Chichen Itza plays with 1–5 players.
How long does a game take?
A game takes about 120 minutes.
What age is it suitable for?
It is recommended from age 14.
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