Guildhall: Job Faire

Guildhall: Job Faire

Card Game
Players
2-4
Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
3 players
Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
45 min
AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
10+
ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
2.2 / 5
Year
2013

About the game

Guildhall: Job Faire has 2-4 players competing to build a prosperous medieval kingdom by recruiting skilled workers into organized guild chapters. Each additional worker added to a chapter boosts the bonuses for future workers played there, but rival players can steal your most valuable workers for their own chapters. Players collect sets of unique-ability cards and use completed sets to claim victory cards, choosing between scoring points or activating special powers. A standalone entry compatible with Guildhall: Old World Economy, it's a snappy card game built around hand management and set collection.

Hobbli's Notes

Hobbli's editorial team likes how Guildhall: Job Faire layers a satisfying 'take that' element onto straightforward set collection, since your best workers are never fully safe from theft. The medieval guild theme is simple but effective, and compatibility with Old World Economy gives it added longevity. At 45 minutes, it's a good weight for a game night filler with some bite. The stealing mechanic adds spice but might not suit groups who prefer purely cooperative vibes.

What we like

  • Set collection combined with a clever 'take that' stealing mechanic.
  • Compatible with Guildhall: Old World Economy for added variety.
  • Quick 45-minute playtime suits casual game nights.
  • Simple medieval theme is easy to grasp for new players.

Keep in mind

  • Worker-stealing mechanic can feel harsh to players who dislike direct conflict.
  • Limited strategic depth compared to heavier set-collection games.
  • Card-based presentation may feel plain without the expansion content.

Who it's for

Card game fans ages 10+ who enjoy set collection with some take-that interaction, for 2-4 players.

Mechanics

Hand ManagementSet CollectionTake That

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