Players will play three cards per challenge (trick). The most powerful card will win the hand, but there are exceptions. Military can combine power, diplomats prevent military from winning, cards can be confiscated or eliminated. Assassins, Mercenaries, Merchants, Emissaries, Thieves and Spies are just some cards you will encounter. A complete game consists of 3 challenges with selecting additional cards from a “market” in between challenges. The 4 player game has the option of playing in teams.