The Letters of the Word
Available on Kickstarter now
Letters of the Word
Set in Rome during 150 AD, this engaging board game invites players to step into the sandals of a scribe on a quest to collect all the Letters of the New Testament. As you navigate the ancient map, your journey will challenge you not only to gather these significant texts but also to ensure your survival through careful resource management. You'll face numerous decisions along the way, each impacting your progress and success. This game offers quick play and is ideal for teams encouraging collaboration and strategic thinking, making each session a memorable adventure into the heart of history.
GET READY FOR A CHALLENGE
GET READY FOR FUN
You will want to start your second game right after the first, and keep on playing!
Loads of ways to play
Strategizing in this game is anything but ordinary. The dynamic nature of the board keeps you on our toes, making each session a thrilling adventure filled with strategic possibilities and opportunities for innovation.
Game Supplies
In the game, you'll be carrying essential supplies for your journey. Each letter has varying costs, making strategic planning crucial. Supply limits are in place, and each market offers unique opportunities—so choose wisely where to trade and stock up for your travels.
Multiple Places to Start
There are multiple starting points and countless paths to choose to take. Each game presents a fresh opportunity to devise strategies that can lead to victory or a new setback. After playing this game countless times, we continually discover new routes and tactics to enhance our gameplay.
Robbers and Lions
Beware of the Robbers and Lions! Each time you cross paths with them, you'll need to roll the die and see what fate awaits you. Will you outsmart the Robbers or escape the roar of the Lions? The game dynamic encourages players to strategize while keeping an eye out for these cunning adversaries.
Prayer &Fasting
In this game true challenge lies not in fighting against each other but in navigating the treacherous paths and being the most strategic. Emphasizing themes of brotherly love and cooperation. Players cannot hinder one another, fostering a spirit of camaraderie.
Blessing Cards
Blessing Cards play a crucial role in the Board game, adding a strategic layer to your gameplay. Each time you collect a gospel, you are rewarded with a unique Blessing Card, which you choose, and will significantly influence your chances of winning. Blessing Cards offer protection, double your market earnings or assist you in your travels. Collecting and utilizing these Blessing Cards is essential for winning the game!
Manna Cards
Every great adventure thrives on the unknown—without an element of chance, a game becomes predictable, a straight path to victory. That’s why we’ve introduced Manna Cards, inspired by the Hebrew phrase "What is this?"—because every draw is a surprise! These cards can bless or test your resolve, adding twists that demand quick thinking and adaptability. Will fortune favor you, or will a challenge reshape your strategy? Are you ready to embrace the unexpected?
For Our Players
Say goodbye to game-night frustrations! One thing we can’t stand is a game grinding to a halt because of lost supplies or a missing rule book. That’s why we’re doing things differently—ensuring you can play as much as you want, whenever you want!
To make that happen, here’s a viewable rule book and a printable checklist—you’re free to make as many copies as you need for personal home use! Need to print for anything beyond home use? Let’s talk! We’re happy to work something out.
Gaming without limits!
RULE BOOK
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Printable Checklist
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