CARAVAN

Reviewed by Herb Levy

CARAVAN (Rio Grande Games, 2 to 4 players, ages 13 and up, 45 minutes; $49.95)

Trade is the lifeblood of civilization and that was certainly true for the inhabitants of Western Africa in 1300 AD as they developed trade routes to convey needed and desired goods across the desert. Carving out these routes and linking destination to destination by using their stable of camels is what this new game from designer (and frequent Gamers Alliance Report contributor) Joe Huber is all about: Caravan.