Anathema
Fear. Paranoia. Hysteria. These were commonplace in Salem Massachusetts
during the year 1692. To be sure, white magic had been practiced in this
sleepy community before now - charms to help the crops grow, potions to
heal the ailing. But when some young girls became mysteriously ill
and began ranting about witches, the village became alarmed. Was the Devil in Salem?
Anathema (which means 'curse' or 'cursed one') is a card game based on the fast-paced classic card game Casino. Players capture face-up cards on the table with cards from their hands by matching point values. While the rules are simple,
your subtle strategies can make the difference between winning and
becoming Anathema.
For 2-4 players | 30 minutes | Includes 52 full-color cards
"Once, her tormenters pulled her up to the ceiling of the chamber and held
her there before a very numerous company of spectators who found it as much as
they could all do to pull her down again." Increase Mather on Margaret Rule's
case
In addition to great gameplay and stunning art, players will
also get a glimpse into the true history of the Salem Witch Trials. Flavor text
on cards is taken from the trial transcripts and other documents about the
events surrounding one of the most bizarre events in our history.
