Objective of the Game
The purpose of Drachenhort is to collect treasures from a dungeon and escape from the dangerous dragon. The player with the most treasures at the end wins.
Game Components
- A board representing the dungeon
- Treasure tiles
- Dragon cards
- Player tokens
- Movement die
- Rule cards
Game Overview
Drachenhort is a family game that combines elements of strategy and luck. Players take on the role of adventurers attempting to collect treasures from a dragon's lair before the dragon awakens and chases them.
Game Setup
- Place the game board in the center of the table.
- Each player places their token at the dungeon entrance.
- Shuffle the treasure tiles and dragon cards and distribute them on designated spots on the board.
- Each player receives an overview card with the rules and objectives.
Gameplay
Round Structure
The game is played in rounds, with each player taking one action per round.
Player Turns
1. Roll the Die: Each player rolls the movement die to determine how many spaces they can move.
2. Movement: The player moves their token forward by the rolled number of spaces.
3. Collect Treasure: If a player lands on a treasure space, they can collect a treasure tile.
4. Draw Dragon Cards: Landing on a dragon card space means drawing a dragon card and following its instructions.
Dragon Cards
- Dragon Alert: The dragon moves X spaces towards the exit.
- Lose Treasure: Player must leave one treasure behind.
- Extra Move: Player can move again.
Dragon Danger
The dragon moves automatically one step closer to the exit each round, pressuring players to hurry.
Winning Conditions
The game ends when a player escapes the dungeon with at least one treasure. The collected treasures are tallied, and the winner is the player with the most treasures.
Strategic Tips
- Timing is crucial to efficiently gather treasures and escape in time.
- Keep an eye on the dragon's movement to avoid being trapped on the board.
- Sometimes sacrificing a treasure can be a smart trade-off to move faster and escape from the dragon.
In total, Drachenhort offers an exciting mix of adventure and strategy, ideal for a fun game night with family and friends.
