Watch “Architects Basic Concepts, Tactics and Strategies,” a how-to-play guide for Architects of the West Kingdom from il Neozelandese on BoardGameVideo.
Description provided by il Neozelandese on YouTube:
Hi everyone, my name is Zach (il Neozelandese).
I was one of the playtesters for Architects of the West Kingdom, and have played it more than 30 times. I love this game and I wanted to share some of my tactics and strategies to help you win :)
This is my first video about board games and I'm sure there are lots of things I can improve so thanks for any feedback!
Index
00:09 - Gathering Resources
01:51 - Capturing Workers
03:30 - When to Build
05:14 - Silver!
05:55 - When to Sell Workers
06:43 - Intro to Strategies
08:20 - Builder Strat
13:07 - Debt Engine Strat
18:37 - Black Market Abuser Strat
20:22 - Merchant Strat
22:39 - Cathedral Strat
Mainly reviews. Architects of the West Kingdom is covered on BoardGameVideo.com by 39 reviews, 11 how-to-play guides, 13 recorded sessions, 4 unboxings, and 11 other videos.
1 - 5 players
60 - 80 min
Medium weight: Teach it in one sitting
About Architects of the West Kingdom, from BoardGameGeek:
Architects of the West Kingdom is set at the end of the Carolingian Empire, circa 850 AD. As royal architects, players compete to impress their King and maintain their noble status by constructing various landmarks throughout his newly appointed domain. Players need to collect raw materials, hire apprentices, and keep a watchful eye on their workforce. These are treacherous times, and rival architects will stop at nothing to slow your progress. Will you remain virtuous, or be found in the company of thieves and black marketeers?
The aim of Architects of the West Kingdom is to be the player with the most victory points (VP) at game's end. Points are gained by constructing various buildings and advancing work on the Archbishop's cathedral. Throughout the game, players need to make a lot of moral decisions. However, only at game's end will their virtue be judged. A few underhand deals here and there might not seem like much, but fall too far and you will be punished. The game ends once a set number of constructions have been completed.
-description from the publisher
