Punica: Rome vs Carthage (International Edition)

PUNICA: ROME VS. CARTHAGE

Set during the Punic Wars (264-146 BC), PUNICA allows players to command either Rome or Carthage in a competition for military might, territorial dominance, and cunning card play. The Romans strive for steady expansion through disciplined ranks and tenacity. Carthage relies on its wealth, agility, and the daring tactics of generals like Hannibal Barca. Both factions feel distinct, with asymmetric starting positions and access to distinct regional advantages on the map.

At its heart, PUNICA is a blend of area control and hand management, designed to offer strategic bite without requiring hours at the table. Its short gameplay time (20 minutes) makes it ideal for tournament play, travel, or as a warm-up between longer sessions.

What if the fate of the ancient world were decided in just 20 minutes? That's the core proposition of PUNICA: Rome vs. Carthage—a compact, elegant, and gripping two-player board game that distills the titanic struggle between the Roman Republic and the Carthaginian Empire into a fast-paced yet deeply strategic experience.

Contents of the box 

• 1x Game board

• 7x Rome Cards

• 7x Carthage Cards

• 8x Army of Rome

• 6x Carthaginian Army

• 1x Hannibal

• 3x Fleets of Rome

• 3x Carthaginian Fleets

• 1x Instruction Manual

• 2x Player Aid Card 

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