Several centuries ago, the Greek, Persian and Assyrian empires controlled vast territories filled with wealth. Despite their fortifications and imposing armies, rumors spread of a formidable enemy north of the Black Sea. They came on horseback. Fierce warriors, men and women. Skillful with sword, ax and bow. But they weren't foolish savages. Their artisans were renowned for their ability to craft detailed gold trinkets. They knew how to fashion leather armor and improvised the recurve bow. They trained eagles for hunting and for war. Some even believe that they inspired the Greek tales of the Amazons. But they were more than a legend: they were the Raiders of Scythia!

The objective of Scythian Raiders is to be the player with the most victory points (VP) at the end of the game. VPs are earned by attacking settlements, looting them, and completing quests. Players will need to assemble a crew, train animals, and gather supplies. The game ends when there are only 2 unplanned settlements or 2 unresolved quests left on the main board.

Raiders of Scythia picks up the gameplay of Raiders of the North Sea with a different theme and several improvements to the game mechanics!