Successors (board game)

Successors is a historical board game simulating the struggles for power following the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BC. Players take on the roles of Alexander’s Successors (the Diadochi), vying for control of his vast empire.

The game typically involves strategic movement of military units (armies and navies), gaining influence in key provinces, securing control of royal family members (Alexander's family), and managing logistics. Players can gain points through controlling provinces, eliminating opponents, securing alliances, and performing specific actions dictated by event cards.

Successors often features a detailed map representing the fragmented empire, including regions like Macedonia, Greece, Egypt, and parts of Asia. The rules typically cover aspects of movement, combat resolution, loyalty, sieges, and political maneuvering.

Gameplay often hinges on careful planning and resource management. Players need to balance their military strength with their political influence to secure their claim to Alexander’s legacy. The game usually incorporates elements of negotiation, betrayal, and fragile alliances, reflecting the historical context of the Diadochi wars.

Victory in Successors is generally determined by accumulating victory points, often related to holding key territories, possessing royal family members, and controlling strategically important cities. The game's design aims to reflect the political instability and military conflicts of the Hellenistic period.