SURVIVE IN A PARCHED LAND: Travel back to the 3rd century AD in the area of today's Middle East. Conquer and build wealth in a fortified desert outpost that flourished as an important caravan routes. STEP INTO RESAFA: City in the Desert, a board game of trade and survival in a parched land. Journey along merchant routes, undertake business deals, and strive for water, the city‘s lifeblood. In Resafa, every decision BALANCES ECONOMIC PROSPERITY WITH THE PRIMAL NEED FOR SURVIVAL. Will you thrive in this dynamic desert realm? Help the city grow by strategically building canals, workshops and gardens. FAST-PACED SIX ROUNDS: Resafa is a complex game that is quickly won in just a few turns as your build your wealth. Resafa is played over six rounds, in each round a player plays three action cards.