Katharina English-language board game

Katharina is an English-language board game set in 1762. Players aim to impress Tsarina Katharina by proving their worth to the realm, whether by patronising the arts, developing trade or taking up arms to defend the empire. Whatever you choose to do, every action must serve the favour of the ruler.

The game combines card collecting, simultaneous action selection and deck building. During interim scoring, players compare how many actions pleasing to the tsarina they have carried out, and the same comparison is made at the end of the game. Points can be earned in several ways, so it pays to watch your rivals and develop a sound strategy.

The box contains a game board, 110 cards, markers for residences, favour, victory points, products, amounts and jokers, and a rulebook. It is designed for 2 to 4 players aged 8 and up and plays in about 30 to 45 minutes.