PAX PAMIR: SECOND EDITION
Pax Pamir: Second Edition
Build a political court, navigate shifting alliances, and compete for influence in nineteenth-century Afghanistan. Designed by Cole Wehrle, Pax Pamir: Second Edition is an interactive historical strategy board game in which players take the roles of Afghan leaders following the collapse of the Durrani Empire.
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Game at a glance
- Players: 1–5
- Recommended age: 14+
- Playing time: Approximately 45–150 minutes
- Designer: Cole Wehrle
- Game style: Political strategy, tableau building, negotiation, and area influence
- Solo play: Included, using the automated Wakhan opponent
How do you play?
Purchase cards from a shared market and play them into your court, the row of cards in front of you. These cards expand your available actions and add units to the map. Your court is both a source of power and a target for rivals, making every purchase a decision about opportunity, timing, and exposure.
Compete through influence, spies, and changing loyalties to the British, Russian, and Afghan coalitions. Shared political interests can bring players together, but those alliances are not permanent teams. Watch the balance of power and adapt your plans as other players reshape the map and their courts.
Who is it for?
Pax Pamir suits players who enjoy historical themes, political maneuvering, and strategy that responds to opponents rather than following a fixed plan. Choose it for a game night where reading the table and deciding whom to support matter as much as building your own position.
Component highlights
- Cloth map
- 36 heavy resin blocks
- Nearly 150 unique cards featuring period artwork
- Wooden player pieces and screen-printed ruler tokens
- Automated opponent for solo play
- Punchboard coins and player aids
Frequently asked questions
Can you play Pax Pamir: Second Edition solo?
Yes. The game includes Wakhan, an automated opponent that provides a dedicated single-player challenge.
Is this a cooperative game?
No. Players compete for their own success. You may temporarily share interests with other players through coalition loyalties, but those relationships can change during play.
How many people can play, and how long does it take?
Pax Pamir: Second Edition supports 1–5 players. Allow approximately 45–150 minutes for a game, depending on the group and how play unfolds.
What is the historical setting?
The game is set in nineteenth-century Afghanistan after the collapse of the Durrani Empire. Players represent Afghan leaders navigating local rivalries and competing foreign interests.