Instructions Ganz schön clever

Objective of the Game

Ganz schön clever is a dice game where players try to score as many points as possible in five distinct categories. Each die represents a category, and players must strategically choose to achieve combinations that yield maximum points.

Components

• 6 colored dice (one each in blue, green, orange, yellow, and purple, plus a white die)
• Scoring sheets with sections for each color
• Pens
• Rulebook

Setup

1. Each player gets a score sheet and a pen.
2. Decide on the starting player randomly.

Game Flow

The game consists of several rounds, depending on the number of players. Players switch roles between being the active and passive player.

Active Player

1. Roll the Dice: The active player rolls all six dice.
2. Choose a Die: Select one die and record its result on your score sheet in the respective field.
3. The white die is a wild and can be used for any color.
4. Remove Lower Dice: All dice with a lower result than the chosen one are placed on the silver platter and cannot be used by this player in this turn.
5. Reroll: Repeat this process two more times, selecting dice after each roll, until you've rolled and chosen dice three times total.

Passive Player

After the active player has completed their turn, the other players (the passive players) can select one die from the silver platter to use. They also record their results on their respective score sheets.

Scoring

• Yellow: Score by completing rows and columns.
• Blue: Add the result to the blue field, also add the white die result.
• Green: Enter numbers consecutively. The number must match or exceed the minimum requirement.
• Orange: Any number can be recorded. Every roll counts for points.
• Purple: Enter ascending numbers, starting again at 1 is allowed if needed.

End of the Game

The game ends after a specified number of rounds, depending on the number of players (4 rounds with 4 players, 5 with 3 players, 6 with 2 players, 6 with solo play). All players add up their points, with each of the five sections having specific scoring rules.

Special Features and Strategic Tips

• Unlocking Bonus Symbols: Strategically fill out fields to unlock bonuses like rerolls or additional entries.
• Strategic Die Selection: Sometimes, choosing a lower number can provide better options for the next rolls.
• Multiply and Combine: It may be more beneficial to play towards combinations instead of isolated points, as multipliers can significantly boost scores.

"Ganz schön clever" offers a space for strategic thinking and planning in a compact, quickly accessible format.