James Clavell's Whirlwind*

The game is based on James Clavell's novel "Whirlwind," set against the backdrop of the 1979 Iranian Revolution. Players act as mercenary helicopter pilots, conducting operations for a handsome fee paid into their Swiss bank accounts. As the revolution unfolds, players can choose to pledge loyalty to one side or the other to gain a share of the revolutionary spoils.

  • 2 - 6 Players
  • 120 - 240 Minutes
  • 12+ years old
  • Easy to learn

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