--- product_id: 54574181 title: "691530 | The Pillars of the Earth | Competitive Board Game | 2-4 Players | Ages 12+" brand: "thames & kosmos" price: "€ 125.78" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Thames & Kosmos" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/54574181-691530-the-pillars-of-the-earth-competitive-board-game-2 store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # 2-4 players strategic interaction 6-piece cathedral construction set 90 min immersive gameplay 691530 | The Pillars of the Earth | Competitive Board Game | 2-4 Players | Ages 12+ **Brand:** thames & kosmos **Price:** € 125.78 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🏰 Build history, outsmart rivals, and own game night! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 691530 | The Pillars of the Earth | Competitive Board Game | 2-4 Players | Ages 12+ by thames & kosmos - **How much does it cost?** € 125.78 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/54574181-691530-the-pillars-of-the-earth-competitive-board-game-2) ## 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 - β€’ **Build the Iconic Cathedral:** Use 12 Master Builders and 35 Workers to physically construct the majestic 13th-century cathedral. - β€’ **Master the Art of Strategy:** Engage in deep worker placement mechanics that balance resource management and victory points. - β€’ **Elegant Euro-Style Gameplay:** Streamlined rules offer a classic, sophisticated experience without unnecessary complexity. - β€’ **Perfect Game Night Companion:** Designed for 2-4 players with a 90-minute playtime, ideal for millennial professionals seeking meaningful social engagement. - β€’ **Award-Winning German Engineering:** Kosmos quality ensures a beautifully crafted game that becomes a timeless family and friends favorite. ## Overview The Pillars of the Earth by Thames & Kosmos is a 2-4 player strategic board game inspired by Ken Follett’s bestselling novel. Featuring worker placement mechanics, players compete to construct a grand cathedral using detailed components including a 6-piece cathedral model and 47 figures. With a 90-minute playtime and elegant Euro-style design, it offers a rich, immersive experience perfect for millennial professionals craving social connection and intellectual challenge. ## Description From the manufacturer The Pillars of the Earth About the Designer Michael Rieneck, born in 1966, lives in northern Germany. A freelance game designer and writer, he passionately works with games of all kinds. Many of his games have already been published by Kosmos. He is just as comfortable creating simple, small games, such as "Nichtlustig" ("Not Funny") as he is with his large successes, "The Pillars of the Earth" and "World Without End." Based on the bestselling novel by Ken Follett At the beginning of the 13th century, construction of the greatest and most beautiful cathedral in England begins. Players are builders who try to contribute the most to this cathedral's construction and, in so doing, score the most victory points. Workers may also be used to produce gold, the currency of the game. Players must strike a balance between earning gold to fund their purchases and earning victory points. Players: 2-4 Ages: 12+ Time: 90 minutes What's in the Box? About KOSMOS Games KOSMOS games build social skills, stimulate logical and strategic thinking, promote visual-spatial and math skills, cultivate physical coordination and manual dexterity, encourage family time, and inspire fair-mindedness, confidence, and honorable attitudes. German engineered and beautifully made, these games become enduring family favorites and game night classics. For all these reasons, Kosmos games have earned worldwide acclaim. Contents 1 Game board 6-piece Cathedral 12 Master Builder figures, 35 Worker figures 75 cards 82 Build resource cubes 9 Scoring marker discs Taxation die, Cloth bag, Rulebook Review: Fantastic game, especially for Β£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: Surprisingly good game - 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. ## Features - Warning:Not suitable for children under 3 years. For use under adult supervision - Warning:To be used under the direct supervision of an adult ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Brand | Thames & Kosmos | | Edition | Standard Edition | | Genre | Strategy | | Material | Cardboard | | Number of players | 2-4 | | Theme | Historical | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Thames & Kosmos - **Genre:** Strategy - **Material:** Cardboard - **Number of players:** 2-4 - **Theme:** Games ## Images ![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 Β£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. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just incredible *by G***A on 22 June 2021* I am a huge Ken Follett fan so I am quite biased, but I must say, this game is brilliant. For Follett fans it's incredible. If you don't know the book and / or the series, you can still enjoy it (at least my boyfriend liked it), but it's much better when you're familiar with it. ## 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 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/54574181-691530-the-pillars-of-the-earth-competitive-board-game-2](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/54574181-691530-the-pillars-of-the-earth-competitive-board-game-2) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-08-27*