Root
2018Cole Wehrle
- Videos
- 141
- Creators
- 91
Mainly reviews and how-to-play. Root is covered on BoardGameVideo.com by 51 reviews, 31 how-to-play guides, 18 recorded sessions, 11 unboxings, and 30 other videos.
2 - 4 players
60 - 90 min
Heavy weight: Expect a long teach
From BoardGameGeek
Root is a game of adventure and war in which 2 to 4 (1 to 6 with the 'Riverfolk' expansion, 2-6 with the 'Underworld', or 'Marauder' expansions) players battle for control of a vast wilderness. Like Vast: The Crystal Caverns, each player in Root has unique capabilities and a different victory condition. Now, with the aid of gorgeous, multi-use cards, a truly asymmetric design has never been more accessible. The nefarious Marquise de Cat has seized the great woodland, intent on harvesting its riches. Under her rule, the many creatures of the forest have banded together. This Alliance will seek to strengthen its resources and subvert the rule of Cats. In this effort, the Alliance may enlist the help of the wandering Vagabonds who are able to move through the more dangerous woodland paths. Though some may sympathize with the Alliance's hopes and dreams, these wanderers are old enough to remember the great birds of prey who once controlled the woods. Meanwhile, at the edge of the region, the proud, squabbling Eyrie have found a new commander who they hope will lead their faction to resume their ancient birthright. The stage is set for a contest that will decide the fate of the great woodland. It is up to the players to decide which group will ultimately take root. In Root, players drive the narrative, and the differences between each role create an unparalleled level of interaction and replayability. Leder Games invites you and your family to explore the fantastic world of Root! -description from the publisher
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Which Root video should I watch?
Root has 141 videos from 91 creators: 51 reviews, 31 how-to-play guides, 18 playthroughs, 11 unboxings and 30 other videos. They date from 2017 to September 2026.
To learn the rules, start with "Root - How to Play and Faction Guide" by Roll the Dice Games Co, which runs 26 min. For a quicker teach, "Root | Game Overview" by LonelyMan BGs runs 5 min.
For an opinion before you buy, start with "Root Review - with Tom Vasel" by The Dice Tower. 36 creators have reviewed it. To see it played, watch "Root board game playthrough" by Kit Snyder, one of 18 playthroughs.
If you like it, try Arcs, Pax Pamir: Second Edition, John Company: Second Edition and Oath, also by Cole Wehrle. It appears in convention videos from Gen Con 2018.
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About Root
From BoardGameGeek:
Root is a game of adventure and war in which 2 to 4 (1 to 6 with the 'Riverfolk' expansion, 2-6 with the 'Underworld', or 'Marauder' expansions) players battle for control of a vast wilderness. Like Vast: The Crystal Caverns, each player in Root has unique capabilities and a different victory condition. Now, with the aid of gorgeous, multi-use cards, a truly asymmetric design has never been more accessible. The nefarious Marquise de Cat has seized the great woodland, intent on harvesting its riches. Under her rule, the many creatures of the forest have banded together. This Alliance will seek to strengthen its resources and subvert the rule of Cats. In this effort, the Alliance may enlist the help of the wandering Vagabonds who are able to move through the more dangerous woodland paths. Though some may sympathize with the Alliance's hopes and dreams, these wanderers are old enough to remember the great birds of prey who once controlled the woods. Meanwhile, at the edge of the region, the proud, squabbling Eyrie have found a new commander who they hope will lead their faction to resume their ancient birthright. The stage is set for a contest that will decide the fate of the great woodland. It is up to the players to decide which group will ultimately take root. In Root, players drive the narrative, and the differences between each role create an unparalleled level of interaction and replayability. Leder Games invites you and your family to explore the fantastic world of Root! -description from the publisher
Designer
Cole Wehrle
Artist
Kyle Ferrin
Publisher
Leder Games
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