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The Emperor & The Explorer

The Emperor & The Explorer by Jones

A tabletop game for two players after "Invisible Cities" by Italo Calvino

— Italo Calvino, Invisible Cities The Emperor & The Explorer is a two player game inspired by the novel Invisible Cities by Italo Calvino. The Explorer must beware: the Emperor's displeasure is barbed with a thousand horrific tortures. It is a game about imaginary lands, the Emperor who rules them, and the Explorer who travels them.

Price:

$10.00

Rating:

5.00 (from 3 reviews)

Published:

https://screwonhead.itch.io/the-emperor-the-explorer - @mr_screwonhead

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