Talisman The Magical Quest Game (Newest Version 2007)
by Fantasy Flight Games
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: Fantasy Flight GamesBrand: Fantasy Flight Games
Product features:
- A game of dragons and sorcery
- Beware of the danger in the journey!
- If you have skill and luck you will survive
- 24 full color spell cards detailing which spells may be cast
- Recommended for ages 9 and up
Toys and Games Reviews of Talisman The Magical Quest Game (Newest Version 2007)
Customer Review: A great game for adults and older kids
Summary: 5 Stars
I played this game back in the late '80s and early '90s, and thoroughly enjoyed it then. I've been playing online role-playing games since then but felt nostalgic for the type of social interaction you can only get when a group of friends or family is playing at the kitchen table, so I unpacked it from storage a few weeks ago and introduced my spouse and friends to it. It is a LOT of fun.
It is a good game for intelligent, creative adults or older children. I would imagine a precocious 10 year old might really enjoy it, but if you've got younger kids, this game may not be suitable. It is basically a combo D&D and Monopoly-type board game and is great for playing with friends who are not dedicated D&D types but who want something more complex than traditional board games. It can be quite addictive - the first time one couple played with us, after we finished, they immediately wanted to set up the next game night!
While it is complex enough that it may take starting players a little while to feel thoroughly comfortable with the rules and game-play, once they get the mechanics down, it's very easy. There are enough different elements to game-play that various types of gamers can find something they relate to. Right-brained creative types will enjoy the role-playing aspects and exploiting the ambiguities in the rules. Left-brained strategy types will enjoy bringing their analytical abilities into play.
The way I have played this game in the past and the way I would advise playing it - let each player randomly pick 3 cards and choose the initial character from those 3. That way every time you play, people have to play different characters instead of getting too comfortable only playing their favorite. This also makes the game more educational as it forces players to figure out how different strategies work.
The basic game is quite satisfying and when played with 4 players usually lasts about 3-4 hours. For a shorter game, players can agree to rule modifications. The expansion sets are great for players who want a longer, more complex game or for those who have been playing the basic game for a while and want to spice it up. I've got the City, Dungeon and Timescape expansions.
Description of Talisman The Magical Quest Game (Newest Version 2007)
Talisman is a game played in a mythical world of dragons and sorcery. As a warrior, priest, wizards, or one of eleven other characters each with their own special powers, players must embark on a quest to find the magic Talisman. This journey will be filled with danger: monsters, traps and evil magic are all waiting to defeat you. With skill and luck you will survive to find the greatest treasure of them all- the fabled Crown of Command, Only then will victory be yours. Contents: 1 enormous 6-fold board depicting the magical kindom. Full-colour rulebook detailing game rules and additional rules for speedy play. 14 full colour character cards detailing special abilities, plus 14 matching playing pieces and bases to represent the character on the board. 104 full colour adventure cards detailing monsters, events, strangers and other items. 24 full color spell cards detailing which spells may be cast. 28 full colour purchase cards detailing the items which may be bought 4 full colour Talisman cards, 4 slimy toad cards and 4 alignment change cards 6-sided dice for movement and combat piles of plastic strength, craft and life counters and gold coins.Board Games Toys
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