From the Rulebook:It is a time of intrigues over the marquis' domain. The Prosecutor, the extortioner and the countess covet the invaluable jewels of each other. To buy jewels at the best price, players will have to continously impersonate new characters. Choose wisely between the 11 roles avaible and fortune will change hands relentlessly. but do not forget that money is only a mean to achieve your goal. At the end, the title of 'Marquis' will go to the one with the fullest jewel case. So be cautious! - BoardGameGeek