Mac Alpin - The gathering of the tribes

Bury the treasure

Lots of Monks are frightened and are hiding their possessions or fleeing to Ireland. Bury the relics somewhere safe.

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Go east!

As you’ve already moved your power centre to the west, move the relics there too.

The relics of St Columba are precious to your people. What should you do to ensure they are kept away from pagan hands?

Which card should you play?

Wrong answer

You’re right – the relics are precious and should remain on Iona where they belong. However, times are hard and the Vikings wouldn’t think twice about raiding this sacred island. Remember – they are pagans and would think nothing of murdering monks. You must reconsider your choice.

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