Root: The Asymmetrical Game of Woodland Might and Right

A merciless war for control of the forest!

In Root, each player embodies a faction with its own rules, abilities, and scoring methods. The forest is vast, but not big enough for everyone. Between the established empire, the brewing rebellion, and the opportunists lurking about, diplomacy will only last so long before claws and fangs come out.

The concept? Total asymmetry. Playing one faction is literally playing a different game from your neighbors, while interacting on the same board.

Why Root is a strategic masterpiece:

• Radical Asymmetry:

  • The Marquise de Cat: Must build an industrial machine to dominate the forest.

  • The Eyrie Dynasties: Must follow increasingly complex decrees to reclaim their throne.

  • The Woodland Alliance: Must recruit supporters and incite revolts from the shadows.

  • The Vagabond: A solitary player who plays their own adventure by helping or betraying others.

• A Fragile Balance: Victory hinges on your ability to monitor others. If you let a faction grow too quickly, it will become unstoppable.

• Art Direction by Kyle Ferrin: The illustrations are magnificent and give incredible personality to each faction. It's a constant visual delight.

• Infinite Depth: Every game is a new lesson in tactics. Replayability is immense, as changing factions completely changes your perspective on the game.

Why choose Root at La Botte Secrète?

• The Pinnacle of "Initiated/Expert" Gaming: At La Botte Secrète, we recommend it for groups of players who enjoy delving into dense rules and strong interactions.

• An Expanding Universe: Root offers numerous expansions (new peoples, new boards). We are here to guide you in expanding your realm.

• The Ultimate Gaming Experience: It's a game that sparks epic discussions long after the game ends. You'll long remember a betrayal from the Vagabond or a revolt from the Alliance!

Technical Characteristics:

• Number of players: 2 to 4 players (up to 6 with expansions).

• Age: 12-14 and up.

• Game duration: 60 to 90 minutes.

• Game type: Strategy, Wargame, Asymmetry.