Sheriff of Nottingham*
Sheriff of Nottingham is an engaging board game of bluffing, bribery, and negotiation set in the medieval town of Nottingham.
Gameplay Overview
- Roles: Players take turns as merchants and the Sheriff of Nottingham.
- Objective: Merchants aim to get their goods (legal or illicit) into the city while avoiding the Sheriff's scrutiny.
- Merchant Strategy: Decide whether to play it safe with legal goods or risk smuggling in illicit items for higher profits.
- Sheriff's Role: Inspect players' goods, trying to catch those lying or smuggling.
- Burlap Sack Mechanic: Merchants hide their goods in burlap sacks, making declarations to the Sheriff.
- Bluffing and Bribery: Players can bluff about their goods, bribe the Sheriff, or negotiate to get their goods into Nottingham.
- Inspection and Confiscation: The Sheriff decides whom to inspect and can confiscate illegal goods.
Conclusion
Sheriff of Nottingham offers a unique and entertaining experience, ideal for players who enjoy social interaction, bluffing, and strategy. The game's mechanics encourage lively discussions, deal-making, and the excitement of trying to outwit both the Sheriff and fellow merchants. It's a game that combines elements of risk-taking and psychology, making each round unpredictable and engaging. The role of the Sheriff adds a dynamic twist, as players balance greed, fear, and cunning to succeed. This game is a great choice for groups looking for a light-hearted yet competitive gaming session.
Nominated for 10 awards and won 1.
- 3 - 5 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
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We like Sheriff of Nottingham so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024
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- Position 14 in The Best "Boardgames Australia Awards🇦🇺" Winners and Nominees
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- Position 16 in The best games released in 2014📆
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- Position 6 in The best negotiation games 🤝
- Position 33 in The best "Origins Awards" winners & nominees