Střet měst (Rival Cities CZ)

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In the 16th century, two northern German cities compete for dominance over trade routes, alliances, and legal disputes. Build powerful fleets, control ports, and rewrite the history of the region in Clash of Cities, a strategic duel for two where wit, insight, and timing prevail.

Rival Cities is the ideal strategy game for 2 players aged 10 and up who enjoy tactical battles full of planning and surprising twists.

You should set aside about 60 to 90 minutes for one game, during which you will immerse yourself in the thrilling rivalry between Hamburg and Altona – two cities whose borders have often shifted over the centuries, not only physically but also politically. Thanks to its easy-to-understand rules and elegant gameplay, the game is suitable for both experienced players looking for a challenge and couples or friends who want to enjoy a duel with deep strategy and zero influence of chance.

Rival Cities takes you back to the 16th century, when a battle for commercial dominance broke out between Hamburg and Altona. Each player takes control of one of the cities and tries to gain superiority in one of four areas – prestige, litigation, ships, or alliances. There are several paths to victory, so it is essential to read your opponent's moves, recognize their intentions, and take advantage of the opportunities that gradually open up on the game board.

The game is based on a clever mechanism of moving an ink bottle across action fields, which determines what options you have on your turn. Each move has a cost—the further you go, the more you pay, but at the same time, you unlock more powerful actions. Balancing immediate gains with long-term strategy is the key to success. You never just "wait" on your turn—every move your opponent makes has a direct impact on your next decision.

In the game, you can produce goods, build factories, purchase ships, and form alliances with cities that bring you lasting benefits. When you can't agree amicably, lawsuits ensue, the course of which is influenced by your investments and your willingness to take risks. Whoever seizes the opportunity and achieves dominance in their chosen area will become the winner – whether through influence, trade, or intrigue.

• A strategic duel that does not forgive mistakes and rewards thoughtful planning, each game offers a different rhythm and a new challenge.
• Variable paths to victory allow you to choose your own style of play and adapt your tactics to your opponents' moves, ensuring high replayability.
• The unusual mechanism of moving the ink bottle brings tension to every turn and forces players to think several steps ahead.
• There is no element of chance – everything depends on your decisions, foresight, and ability to correctly assess the situation.
• The historical setting of Hanseatic cities creates an atmosphere of real rivalry between trading powers.
• Beautifully crafted components and detailed graphics transport players to a time when the economic power of Northern Europe was being formed.
• Each round brings new possibilities – production of goods, trade, diplomacy, or legal battles – forcing you to choose between risk and reward.
• A fast-paced but deep duel suitable for strategic players and partners looking for an intense experience for two.
• The game develops logical thinking, planning, and the ability to respond to your opponent's moves without a single roll of the dice.
• From the author of acclaimed strategy games such as Hansa Teutonica and Gugong – a guarantee of precise mechanics and clever design.

The game was created by Andreas Steding, a German game designer known for his precise strategies with a minimum of chance. His credits include titles such as Hansa Teutonica, Gùgōng, and For the Crown. The visual aspect was created by Annika Heller, a German illustrator who breathed the atmosphere of the 16th century into the cities of Altona and Hamburg with her detailed paintings and distinctive color palette. The game was released in 2025 by the German publisher Deep Print Games.

• 1 game board
• 78 cards
• 48 wooden product tokens
• 1 wooden ink bottle
• 1 wooden prestige marker
• 3 wooden dispute markers
• 12 factory tiles
• 12 star tokens
• 12 letter tiles
• 3 dispute tiles
• 2 overviews
• 1 bell token
• 4 storage boxes
• Czech rules

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