Coup

Everything you need in one small box! In the not too distant future, The government is run for profit by a new "royal class Of multinational CEOs. Their greed and absolute control of the economy has reduced all but a privileged few to lives of poverty and Desperation. Out of the oppressed masses rose The Resistance, an underground organization focused on overthrowing these powerful rulers. The Valiant efforts of the resistance have created Discord, intrigue and weakness in the political courts of the nouveau royal, bringing the government to the brink of collapse. But for you, a powerful government official, this is your opportunity to manipulate, bribe and bluff your way into absolute power. To be successful, you must destroy the influence of your rivals and drive them into Exile. In these turbulent times, there is only room for one to survive. You are head of a family in an Italian city-state, a city run by a weak and corrupt court. You need to manipulate, bluff and bribe your way to power. Your object is to destroy the influence of all the other families, forcing them into exile. Only one family will survive¦ In Coup, you want to be the last player with influence in the game, with influence being represented by face-down character cards in your playing area. Simple enough that anyone can play. Only the most cunning player will win.Knowing when to lay low, and when to call a bluff will lead to victory! Coup - a fast, fun, bluffing party in a box!Think you know your when your friends are bluffing? Think again! Coup is exactly what you want in party game - a small box, learn in minutes, and games that are over in ten. Play once to warm up the crowd, or over and over to get a read on your friend's "tells. The more you play, the deeper the strategies are! Yes, your friends will like this!Coup can be played by as few as 2 players, or up to 6! Learning how to play is super simple. Get two cards, take one action each turn. Last player standing wins! The only question they are going to ask is if they can play again. Five roles, endless fun Captain - Steal from the rich Assassin - Eliminate your foes Ambassador - Gather intel Duke - Build your coffers Contessa - Guard your influence Play the cards you were dealt - or bluff your way to victory! The Dice Tower Seal of Approval is a trademark of The Dice Tower, LLC and is used with permission.