Objective of the Game
Hurricane is a thrilling board game where players act as sailors trying to navigate their boats safely through a raging ocean while a furious hurricane storms around them. The goal of the game is to be the first to reach the safe mainland before all other players while braving the forces of the hurricane.
Game Materials
- A game board with an ocean grid
- Boat-shaped game pieces for each player
- Hurricane marker
- Movement cards
- Obstacle cards
- Weather cards
- Game dice
Number of Players
- Minimum: 2 players
- Maximum: 4 players
Setup
- Place the game board in the center of the table.
- Each player selects a boat and places it at the starting zone indicated on the game board.
- Shuffle the movement cards and deal five cards to each player. The rest form the draw pile.
- Shuffle the obstacle cards and place them face down as a stack.
- Place the hurricane marker on the appropriately marked start space on the board.
- Shuffle the weather cards and place them face down as well.
Gameplay
The game is played in rounds, consisting of several phases. Players take their turns successively.
1. Movement Phase: - Each player may play a movement card to navigate their boat across the board. - Movement is allowed only in straight lines. Players cannot move diagonally. - Players may move up to the number of spaces indicated on the card played.
2. Hurricane Movement: - The active player rolls the dice and moves the hurricane marker based on the die roll. - The hurricane moves in random directions dictated by the dice and can push boats aside by two spaces if they are in its path.
3. Event Phase: - Draw a weather card and follow the instructions. These cards can either herald stormy weather or calm seas, affecting boat speed.
4. Obstacle Phase: - Draw an obstacle card if a player crosses a certain boundary marked on the board (e.g., whirlpools, shark swells).
Winning Conditions
The game ends when a player reaches the land zone. This player is the winner.
Strategic Tips
- Card Timing: Save valuable cards for critical moments, especially when the hurricane is approaching.
- Positioning: Stay on the edge of the route to offer fewer attack points for the hurricane.
- Obstacle Management: Try to anticipate which obstacles lie ahead and plan movement accordingly.
Special Features
- Weather Conditions: The weather can significantly impact gameplay; using the weather cards wisely is crucial.
- Coexistence with the Hurricane: Maneuver around the hurricane is key to using the board efficiently.
Enjoy playing Hurricane!
