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

Video reviews, ratings, Let's Plays and tests for Sheriff of Nottingham

  • YouTube Review for the game "Sheriff of Nottingham" by Shut Up & Sit Down
    Video is in English

We like Sheriff of Nottingham so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024

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