Marco Polo II: In the Service of the Khan

About this board game

Marco Polo II: In the Service of the Khan is an exciting sequel to the highly acclaimed board game, Marco Polo. This game allows players to embark on an exhilarating journey along the Silk Road, where they explore diverse cultures, trade valuable goods and fulfil contracts for the Khan.

The game is set in a historic era, where the famed Italian explorer Marco Polo was at the peak of his adventures. This setting serves as the backdrop for this 2-4 player strategy game, providing a rich and immersive experience. Players take on roles of unique characters, each with their own special abilities, offering a wide array of strategic options.

At its core, Marco Polo II: In the Service of the Khan is a dice placement and resource management game. Each player’s turn consists of throwing their dice and placing them on action spaces to perform actions. Actions can include traveling to new cities, obtaining resources, or completing contracts. The dice numbers determine the strength or cost of the action, creating an engaging balance between luck and strategy.

• Travel: Traveling is a key aspect of the game, as players move their figures across the map to visit new cities and establish trading posts. The further you travel, the more benefits you can unlock.
• Resources: Managing resources such as gold, silk, pepper, and camels is crucial. These resources are used to pay for traveling costs, establish trading posts, and fulfil contracts.
• Contracts: Completing contracts for the Khan provides players with rewards like victory points, additional resources, or special bonuses. The player who can best fulfil the Khan’s demands will often have the upper hand.

What truly sets Marco Polo II: In the Service of the Khan apart from other board games is its integration of theme and mechanics. The game’s mechanics truly reflect the challenges and rewards of exploration and trade during Marco Polo’s time. The uniqueness of each character’s abilities adds another layer of depth, as it encourages players to adapt their strategies each game based on their character’s strengths.

With its intriguing historical setting, challenging strategic gameplay, and captivating theme, Marco Polo II: In the Service of the Khan is a game that promises a fascinating and rewarding experience for all board game enthusiasts.