The Scepter of Zavandor (2004)

The Scepter of Zavandor is about magic and power. Players represent young magicians who have gained possession of old magic knowledge, and with it they attempt to achieve the powerful position of archmage, symbolized by the Scepter of Zavandor.

To increase their power and influence, the young magicians enchant jewels and seek out knowledge. An auction mechanism also allows them to acquire artifacts and sentinels. Victory points are earned through active gems, artifacts, sentinels, and knowledge.

The game's rulebook includes a note thanking James Hlavaty for permission to copy the game mechanics from Outpost.

Awards

• 2007 Games 100 Advanced Strategy Nominee.
• 2005 Deutscher Spiele Preis 9th Place.

Scepter of Zavandor is a retheming of Outpost by TimJim Games, with some additional mechanics (notably the technology track and player asymmetry on it).

Microbadges

Scepter of Zavandor Fan - Dust

Scepter of Zavandor Fan - Ruby