Hey all - sorry if this is out of place. I'm running a variant of Explore!, a game that is a mix of Diplomacy and Civilization. The variant originated on the Redscape website, but this game is being run purely by email, without a main host board.

The variant combines the game play of Diplomacy with several aspects of Civilization - upgraded units, wonders of the world and the "exploration" part of Civ.

The game begins anonymously, until you make contact with another player. Because of this, I can't explain a lot about the position, as some of the players in the game are also on this site. But it is not a mercy position. The position has value and could easily do well in the game.

The game has similarities to Diplomacy, but it is a unique game. I will help anyone who is new to the game until they are comfortable with the rules. And I can assure you, the variant gets fantastic reviews from almost anyone who plays it.

If interested, please send me an email at:

david . m . sullivan . 1 (at) gmail.com

Thanks!