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Barbacan

Product No.:: B004
Shipping time:: ca. 3-4 days (abroad may vary)
Stock:: 28 pieces
Size:: 30 cm
Material game material :: Glass nuggets
Material Playing field:: Lether
Weight:: 0.235 kg per piece

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30,00 EUR

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Description

The name Barbacan comes from the old Spanish, which means fortress or fort. It is clear from the game that it is a siege game. According to ancient sources, it originates from the Moors, the North African Berber tribes who were Islamised by the Arabs in the 7th century. The Moors were instrumental in the conquest of the Iberian Peninsula by the Arabs. The playing field is not just an ornament, but also a carefully thought-out fortress system.
The special feature of the game is that - unlike other siege games - there are no defenders. Each of the players is an attacker and endeavours to penetrate the fortress and prevent the opposing attackers from doing so at the same time. Observation, tactics and fighting skills are decisive in this game.
This old Moorish game not only impresses with its extraordinary visuals. A lot of strategy is also required here, as the aim is to conquer a fortress and place your own pieces so skilfully that you block your opponent(s).
The number of pieces used varies depending on the number of players.
The game material includes: 12 + 12 + 8 + 6 + 5 + 4 pieces.

Our board games are burnt onto leather, making them durable. And the game almost packs itself for transport. The only thing you have to do is press the game down slightly with one finger in the centre of the playing field, pull the string and the game has already packed itself. It should stay that way for transport. So all you have to do now is push the bead up to the bag that has just formed and the game is packed ready for travelling. The games can be used in this way on hikes, on bike tours, in the car or even on long flights. The games are packed so small that the pocket of a jacket is sufficient to take this pleasant form of entertainment with you.

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