A Column of Fire is an adaptation of the third novel in Ken Follett's "Kingsbridge" series following The Pillars of the Earth along with World Without End. (The novel is titled A Column of Fire in English, as well as Das Fundament der Ewigkeit ("The Foundation of Eternity") in German.) In the game, set in Europe during the time of Elizabeth I, Catholics along with Protestants compete for power and influence in England, France, Spain, and the Netherlands.
In this politically unstable environment, resourceful operatives along with courageous secret agents plot to secure power for their rulers. The balance of power shifts back as well as forth amidst foiled assassinations, successful rebellions, as well as futile invasions along with not infrequently, those who sympathize featuring the weak are expelled from the country.
The real enemies, then as now, are not the rival religions. The true battle pits those who believe in tolerance and compromise against the tyrants who would impose their ideas on everyone else no matter what the cost.
Who will best exploit the changing power conditions in Europe to win the game? 2-4 playersAges 12 to adult60-90 minutes playing time Vendor:
