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product_id: 54574181
title: "Thames & Kosmos | 691530 | The Pillars of the Earth | Competitive Board Game | 2-4 Players | Ages 12+"
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price: "₱4604"
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reviews_count: 13
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# 12th-century England setting Gold & victory point economy Worker placement mechanics Thames & Kosmos | 691530 | The Pillars of the Earth | Competitive Board Game | 2-4 Players | Ages 12+

**Brand:** thames & kosmos
**Price:** ₱4604
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🏰 Build, strategize, conquer – become the master of the medieval cathedral!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Thames & Kosmos | 691530 | The Pillars of the Earth | Competitive Board Game | 2-4 Players | Ages 12+ by thames & kosmos
- **How much does it cost?** ₱4604 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/54574181-thames-and-kosmos-691530-the-pillars-of-the-earth-competitive)

## Best For

- thames & kosmos enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted thames & kosmos brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Master Worker Placement:** Deploy workers and craftsmen efficiently to transform raw materials into valuable victory points.
- • **Balance Wealth & Victory:** Juggle earning gold to fund your projects while maximizing your victory points for ultimate triumph.
- • **Streamlined Euro Elegance:** Enjoy a classic, elegant gameplay experience without the clutter of modern euro complexities.
- • **Build Your Medieval Legacy:** Strategically contribute to the iconic cathedral and outsmart rivals in a historic 12th-century England setting.
- • **Perfect for Strategic Socials:** Ideal for 2-4 players aged 12+, making it a go-to for game nights that demand both brains and fun.

## Overview

The Pillars of the Earth board game immerses 2-4 players aged 12+ in 12th-century England, challenging them to strategically manage workers and resources to build a cathedral. With streamlined euro-style mechanics focusing on worker placement and economic balance, it offers an elegant, replayable experience praised for its simplicity and depth.

## Description

Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy Thames & Kosmos | 691530 | The Pillars of the Earth | Competitive Board Game | 2-4 Players | Ages 12+ at desertcart UK.

Review: Fantastic game, especially for £15. - This is a hidden gem, a fairly unknown and quite old euro boardgame, but it is perfect in what it does without unnecessary complication of modern euros, this is elegant and streamlined. Yeah you'll need to download a FAQ as the rulebook is just ok - but this is as good of a classic as Castles of Burgundy. Game that you can keep coming back to.
Review: A very good worker placement game! - A basic game to have for those who love worker placement games!!A simple and straight forward game to play ,with no many rules but fun to play!!

## Features

- The setting is England at the beginning of the 12th century.
- Compete against each other to contribute the most towards the cathedral.
- Use workers to produce raw building materials and then craftsmen to convert your materials into victory points.
- Players must strike a balance between earning gold to fund their purchases and earning victory points.
- Players 2 - 4
- Ages 12+

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0742KR4CC |
| Assembly Required | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 68,965 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 1,812 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
| Colour | Multicolor |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (234) |
| Date First Available | 24 July 2017 |
| Educational Objective(s) | Science |
| Item model number | 691530 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 12 years and up |
| Material Type(s) | Cardboard |
| Number of Game Players | 2-4 |
| Product Dimensions | 7.11 x 29.6 x 0.1 cm; 907.18 g |
| Release date | 15 Nov. 2017 |
| Remote Control Included? | No |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Thames & Kosmos
- **Genre:** Strategy
- **Material:** Cardboard
- **Number of players:** 2-4
- **Theme:** Games

## Images

![Thames & Kosmos | 691530 | The Pillars of the Earth | Competitive Board Game | 2-4 Players | Ages 12+ - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ro5X6UJzL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this game have the correctly printed cards as there were some careless mistakes in this re-release?**
A: No is the answer, this is literally the exact same game reprinted, meaning all the same errors are there as were present in the first release. This however doesn't affect gameplay or enjoyment one bit, it's nothing more than a mild annoyance that any reasonable person can easily figure out.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic game, especially for £15.
*by A***N on 13 December 2025*

This is a hidden gem, a fairly unknown and quite old euro boardgame, but it is perfect in what it does without unnecessary complication of modern euros, this is elegant and streamlined. Yeah you'll need to download a FAQ as the rulebook is just ok - but this is as good of a classic as Castles of Burgundy. Game that you can keep coming back to.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A very good worker placement game!
*by P***. on 13 February 2019*

A basic game to have for those who love worker placement games!!A simple and straight forward game to play ,with no many rules but fun to play!!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Surprisingly good game
*by J***K on 30 January 2023*

Bought for a Ken Follet fan as a bit of fun, but was surprised by how good this worker placement style game actually is. Initial rules might seem overwhelming but you get the hang of them after the first play though. Could do with an expansion for more worker and event cards to keep it interesting, however.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Thames & Kosmos Kingsbridge The Pillars of The Earth: The Game
- Spin Master Games, Marvel Comic Hunters, Comic Collecting Strategy Card Game for Fans of Marvel Rivals & Action Movies, 1-4 Players, for Ages 14 & Up

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*Last updated: 2026-02-03*