Sankore: Mansa Musa's Pride – Strategy and Management in Mali

Build knowledge at the heart of the Mali Empire

Sankoré: The Pride of Mansa Musa transports you to the 14th century, under the reign of Emperor Mansa Musa. Your mission is grand: to lead one of the four madrasahs (schools) of the prestigious Sankoré University in Timbuktu. In this complex and immersive strategy game, you will attract students, teach various disciplines (theology, law, mathematics, astronomy), and increase the university's prestige to make your mark on West African history.

The goal of the game? To earn the most victory points by expanding your knowledge, graduating your students, and contributing to Sankoré's global renown.

Expert and Interconnected Mechanics

The game offers a rare tactical depth where every choice influences the value of knowledge domains:

• Student Management: Recruit students and guide them through four disciplines. Once graduated, they become major assets for your strategy.

• The Knowledge Market: The value of points at the end of the game is not fixed! It depends on the collective investment of players in different subjects. Can you anticipate which discipline will be the most sought after?

• Empire Expansion: Send your emissaries across Mali to establish trade routes, build libraries, and consolidate the emperor's influence.

• Dynamic Action System: Plan your turns carefully to optimize your resources (gold, salt, manuscripts) and perform the most profitable actions before your competitors.

Why Sankoré is a masterpiece for experienced players?

• Original and Documented Theme: The game pays homage to Mali's intellectual golden age with historical accuracy and lavish art direction.

• Immense Strategic Depth: The interaction between players' choices on the value of disciplines creates constant tension and infinite replayability.

• High-Quality Components: A meticulously crafted edition with a vast board, double-layered individual player boards, and quality components that enhance immersion.

• An Intellectual Challenge: Perfect for "Eurogame" enthusiasts who enjoy intricate mechanics and long-term planning.

Technical specifications:

• Number of players: 1 to 4 players (includes a robust solo mode)

• Age: 14+

• Game duration: 60 to 150 minutes

• Game type: Management, Strategy, History (Expert)