Loot
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There's something to be said for games that can be played in only a few minutes. Loot is one of the easiest to learn, and easiest to play, pirate games I've come across in a long time. It's played entirely with cards, primarily representing merchant and pirate ships of varying wealth and strength, respectively. Merchant ships are put into play, and players take turns pitting pirate ships against them, with the strongest attacker adding the merchant to his booty pile. When the cards run out, the booty is tallied, and winner determined. And that's it!

While not as involved as many pirate board and card games, Booty benefits from a rapid gameplay that takes on a uniquely fun rhythm - almost like a good game of checkers or jacks. Intended for agest ten and up, the artwork is of course silly, fun, and piratey - and the card material of a high quality. And best of all, it can be played in only a few minutes time, so even pirates with short attention spans can take part.