Twist of Fate invites players into the challenging world of 19th-century London, inspired by Charles Dickens' classic novel, Oliver Twist. Set during the dawn of the Industrial Revolution, the game immerses participants in the harsh realities faced by the poor as they strive to find sanctuary amid crime and vice. Players must navigate this tumultuous environment, using their skills and a bit of luck to secure a better future for Oliver Twist, the beloved protagonist of the story.
The objective of the game revolves around helping Oliver find sanctuary by accumulating Luck and Shillings. Through clever gameplay and strategic decision-making, players aim to gather eight Sanctuary Points to win. Each player starts with a hand of six unique character cards, including favorites like The Artful Dodger, Bill Sikes, and Nancy. These double-sided cards introduce a dynamic element to gameplay, as they can be given to opponents, resulting in gains or losses in Luck or Shillings, depending on how they are used.
A key feature of Twist of Fate is the element of "twisting fate" through Luck and Shilling cards. Players can manipulate their fortunes and those of their opponents, creating a fast-paced, interactive experience. When a player reaches a total of four Luck or Shillings, they advance their Sanctuary Tokens, bringing them closer to victory. The race to reach Mr. Brownlow's house and secure sanctuary adds an exciting urgency to the gameplay.
Designed as a quick "take-that" microgame, Twist of Fate blends historical context with engaging mechanics, making it a perfect choice for both casual gamers and fans of classic literature. Players must balance strategy, cunning, and a little luck as they navigate the treacherous streets of London, ultimately striving to secure Oliver’s fate.
Twist of Fate - Card Game
Protective Packaging
Manufacturer: Mayday Games
Item Weight: 0.44 pounds
Item UPC: 080162887084
Based on Charles Dickens’ novel, Oliver Twist, it is London during the beginnings of the Industrial Revolution in the 19th Century; a harsh place to live if you are poor. Escaping the degradation of the industrial city and finding sanctuary from the ever-present crime and vice is something only money or luck can provide.
You are attempting to find sanctuary for Oliver Twist. Through deftness of play, the gaining of Luck and Shillings, the player that manages Oliver Twist’s fate most efficiently and finds him Sanctuary by acquiring eight Sanctuary Points wins the game.
A quick, "take-that" microgame based on a historical and beloved novel!
Each player starts with a hand of the 6 player cards:
- The Artful Dodger
- Bill Sikes
- Charley Bates
- Fagin
- Mr. Brownlow
- Nancy
These cards are double-sided and have Gives and Takes. What ever card that you give another player, that player either loses or gains Luck or Shillings. On the opposite side of the cards the player who plays the card loses/gains, as well. To do this, the players twist fate by twisting their Luck and Shilling cards!
If a player reaches 4 of Luck or Shillings, they advance their Sanctuary Tokens to the next level. The first player to advance to Sanctuary at Mr. Brownlow's house at eight is the winner!
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