{"product_id":"inis","title":"Inis","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"expandable-body\" ng-transclude=\"\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"game-description-body ng-scope\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv ng-bind-html=\"geekitemctrl.wikitext|to_trusted\" class=\"ng-binding\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is a game deeply rooted in Celtic history and lore in which players win by being elected King of the Island (Inis). Players can try to achieve one of three different victory conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeadership:\u003c\/strong\u003e Be the leader — i.e., have more clan figures than any other player — of territories containing at least six opponents' clans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Have your clans present in at least six different territories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReligion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Have your clans present in territories that collectively contain at least six sanctuaries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the course of the game, players also earn deeds, typically chanted by bards or engraved by master crafters, that reduce by one the magic total of six for any condition. While one victory condition is enough to claim the title of King, a game of experienced players usually has a tight balance of power, emphasizing the leadership of the capital of the island.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the start of each round, players draft a hand of four action cards (with 13 action cards for three players and 17 for four players) during the Assembly. Action cards not played at the end of one season are not held for the next. Players also have access to leader cards for the territories that allow it and where they were elected leader during the assembly. Each Assembly reallocates those cards. Finally, they collect \"epic tales\" cards that depict the deeds of the ancient Irish gods and heroes, like Cuchulainn, the Dagda, Lugh and many others. These will be kept and used to inspire the clans and achieve extraordinary feats...under the right circumstances. The cards provide a variety of actions: adding clans, moving clans, building\/exploring, and special actions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful drafting, hand management, bluffing (especially once players understand the importance of passing their turn), good timing, and a precise understanding of the balance of power are the keys to victory. After a discovery game you'll be ready for a full and epic game, where an undisputed player will be king by the Assembly for his merit and wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile \u003cem\u003eInis\u003c\/em\u003e has \"dudes\" that are \"on a map\", it's a beginner's mistake to play this as a battle game because eliminating other clans reduces your chances of scoring a Leadership victory condition. Peace among different clans, with or without a clear territory leader, is the usual outcome of a clan's movement. Battles will occur, of course, as the Celtic clans can be unruly and a good player will listen to his clan's people (i.e., his hand of cards). That battle aspect is reflected in the clan's miniatures representing warriors. Woodsmen, shepherds and traders complete the set of twelve minis for each player; these occupations have no impact on the game, but give it flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Awards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel-expandable ng-isolate-scope expandable open\" gk-expandable-geekitem=\"awards\" expandable-height=\"100px\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"expandable-envelope\" ng-style=\"{maxHeight:expandablectrl.maxHeight}\" style=\"max-height: 100px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"expandable-body\" ng-transclude=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-unstyled ng-scope\"\u003e\n\u003cli ng-repeat=\"link in ::awardsctrl.honors | orderBy:'$index':true\" class=\"ng-scope\"\u003e\u003ca ng-href=\"\/boardgamehonor\/41751\/2017-sxsw-tabletop-game-year-nominee\" class=\"ng-binding\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boardgamegeek.com\/boardgamehonor\/41751\/2017-sxsw-tabletop-game-year-nominee\"\u003e2017 SXSW Tabletop Game of the Year Nominee\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli ng-repeat=\"link in ::awardsctrl.honors | orderBy:'$index':true\" class=\"ng-scope\"\u003e\u003ca ng-href=\"\/boardgamehonor\/48646\/2017-rpc-fantasy-award-board-game-nominee\" class=\"ng-binding\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boardgamegeek.com\/boardgamehonor\/48646\/2017-rpc-fantasy-award-board-game-nominee\"\u003e2017 RPC Fantasy Award Board Game Nominee\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli ng-repeat=\"link in ::awardsctrl.honors | orderBy:'$index':true\" class=\"ng-scope\"\u003e\u003ca ng-href=\"\/boardgamehonor\/40224\/2016-golden-geek-board-game-year-nominee\" class=\"ng-binding\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boardgamegeek.com\/boardgamehonor\/40224\/2016-golden-geek-board-game-year-nominee\"\u003e2016 Golden Geek Board Game of the Year Nominee\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli ng-repeat=\"link in ::awardsctrl.honors | orderBy:'$index':true\" class=\"ng-scope\"\u003e\u003ca ng-href=\"\/boardgamehonor\/40555\/2016-golden-geek-best-strategy-board-game-nominee\" class=\"ng-binding\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boardgamegeek.com\/boardgamehonor\/40555\/2016-golden-geek-best-strategy-board-game-nominee\"\u003e2016 Golden Geek Best Strategy Board Game Nominee\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli ng-repeat=\"link in ::awardsctrl.honors | orderBy:'$index':true\" class=\"ng-scope\"\u003e\u003ca ng-href=\"\/boardgamehonor\/40226\/2016-golden-geek-best-board-game-artwork-presentat\" class=\"ng-binding\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boardgamegeek.com\/boardgamehonor\/40226\/2016-golden-geek-best-board-game-artwork-presentat\"\u003e2016 Golden Geek Best Board Game Artwork \u0026amp; Presentation Nominee\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli ng-repeat=\"link in ::awardsctrl.honors | orderBy:'$index':true\" class=\"ng-scope\"\u003e\u003ca ng-href=\"\/boardgamehonor\/46036\/2016-cardboard-republic-striker-laurel-nominee\" class=\"ng-binding\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boardgamegeek.com\/boardgamehonor\/46036\/2016-cardboard-republic-striker-laurel-nominee\"\u003e2016 Cardboard Republic Striker Laurel Nominee\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Asmodee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32584601206889,"sku":"IN01","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/9473\/8025\/products\/inis1.jpg?v=1593708935","url":"https:\/\/odinsplace.com\/products\/inis","provider":"Odin's Place","version":"1.0","type":"link"}