So, I'm trying to figure out how to teach this game to my wife in such a manner that she actually enjoys it. My big worry is the challenges phase. All my (solitaire) test games come down with a serious case of analysis paralysis during that phase, particularly after there are about 4 characters in play on each side.
Does anyone have any suggestions on how newbies can get through the challenge phase without the tempo bogging down? Rules of thumb, even if they're only useful half the time, would be a great help.