The Great Fire of London 1666*

On Sunday, September 2, 1666, King’s baker Thomas Farriner forgot to extinguish the oven fire, igniting a devastating inferno that would destroy 13,000 houses and render nearly 90 percent of the city's population homeless. Players assume the roles of wealthy and influential men owning properties around London, tasked with leading militia groups to combat the fire and save the city.

They must decide which neighborhoods to sacrifice and which to protect, influencing their own futures and wealth. Utilize trained militias and explosives to create firebreaks while balancing personal interests against the city's survival.

  • 3 - 6 Players
  • 80 - 120 Minutes
  • 12+ years old
  • Medium difficulty

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