Objective of the Game
The objective of "Neues Briefmarken-Spiel" is to gather and trade stamps in order to score as many points as possible. The player with the most points at the end of the game wins.
Game Components
- A set of specially designed stamps for the game in various colors and values.
- A game board with specific spaces for actions and events.
- Tokens for each player.
- Scorecards or sheets.
Setup
- Each player selects a token and places it on the start space of the game board.
- The stamps are shuffled and randomly placed on designated spaces on the board.
- Each player receives a hand card with special abilities or starting bonuses.
- The first player is determined by rolling a die.
Gameplay
- Round Structure: The game proceeds in rounds, with each player taking their turn in sequence.
- Roll the Die: The player rolls the die and moves their token accordingly in any direction on the board.
- Space Action: Depending on the space landed on, the player must perform an action, such as picking up a stamp, trading, or drawing an event card.
- Stamp Spaces: Certain spaces allow the player to acquire new stamps. These must be exchanged for already collected stamps according to the rules of the space.
- Trading: Players can trade stamps with others during their turn or in special trading phases to complete collections.
Special Features and Strategies
- Set Collection: Creating sets of stamps in the same color or series can yield extra points.
- Event Cards: Some spaces prompt drawing an event card, which can provide advantages or challenges.
- Special Abilities: Hand cards received at the beginning offer strategic advantages and should be used wisely.
End and Scoring
The game ends when all stamps are collected from the board spaces or a preset number of rounds is reached. Points are calculated based on the collected sets, the total value of the stamps, and bonuses from event cards.
Tips for Beginners
- Initially focus on completing colored sets for easy points.
- Observe which stamps your opponents are collecting for better trading opportunities.
- Use your hand cards strategically to secure advantages in critical moments.
