Climbs onto soapbox..

Actually, I think this new Talisman is a naive attempt at revamping a
classic. Sure i've not played the new one, but i have played the old -
a lot. Sure the new one may have good art, but i would prefer to see
an attempt to update the mechanics rather than the art to shorten the
playing time and make the game more modern and dynamic. I liked the
old one for what its worth, but the new one needs to be in line with
current thinking on mechanics, eg that roll a die and move is
obsolete. Rondel anyone? Strategy cards?

rant over ..


--- In lbgc@..., "Neil Parker" <welfarerights@...> wrote:
>
> Hi George,
>
> As much as i like Talisman - i think i has real potential - the 4th
> edition is essentially a tweaked version of its predecessors from
what
> i gather. I had thought of buying it but i don't think it good value
at
> £35 - compare Struggle of Empires for £30 no contest! I've not played
> Runebound, but would be interested in playing it.
>
> Re TOI, not played vs human yet, just a few solo games. Looks good.
>
> Cheers Neil.
>