History of the Ancient Seas I: HELLAS is the first instalment in a sweeping trilogy of strategic board games that immerse players in the rich and volatile world of ancient Mediterranean civilisation. Set during the classical Greek era, HELLAS allows 1–2 players to command one of the legendary city-states—Athens or Sparta—as they build fleets, conquer islands, expand trade, and shape the destiny of their people across sea and land.

In this deeply thematic and highly interactive game from Sound of Drums, your goal is to become the dominant empire of the known world. Whether by military conquest or peaceful expansion, your strategy will determine whether your civilisation flourishes or falls. You must carefully balance your military strength, cultural development, and economic growth—while managing the happiness, stability, and wealth of your citizens.

Gameplay unfolds in a unique micro-impulse action system, where players alternate turns by choosing from eight possible actions—such as building, trading, researching, or launching attacks. Each action is powerful, but once chosen, cannot be repeated by the next player, adding layers of tension, tactical depth, and strategic foresight to every round. Will you risk war to expand your borders, or forge peace to stabilise your economy?

The game includes stunning 3D wooden playing pieces representing your fleets and legions, which you'll move across a beautifully illustrated map—from the sun-drenched shores of Sicily in the west to the ancient cities of Persia in the east. Explore unknown lands, develop provinces, establish trade networks, and confront rival powers as you strive to shape the ancient world in your image.

• Standalone game for 1–2 players (expandable with other series entries)
• Lead either Athens or Sparta in an epic struggle for dominance
• Features naval exploration, military conquest, trading, and city development
• Unique impulse-based action system with high player interaction
• Includes detailed wooden components, tokens, and premium illustrated map
• Plays in approximately 120-360 minutes
• Part of the History of the Ancient Seas trilogy by Sound of Drums

History of the Ancient Seas I: HELLAS is more than just a game—it’s a journey through one of the most legendary periods in human history. Will you lead your people into a golden age of prosperity—or into the chaos of endless war?

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