Objective of the Game
Neolithibum is a humorous game where players control a tribe of cavemen. The objective is to be the first player to achieve a certain number of accomplishments, referred to as "achievements" in the game. These achievements can be obtained through various actions during play.
Game Components
- Game Board: Represents the landscape where players move, including hills, rivers, and forests.
- Player Figures: Each player receives a set of figures representing their tribe members.
- Resource Cards: Needed to complete building projects and serve as currency in the game.
- Event Cards: Introduce unpredictable elements to the game, such as natural disasters or tribal matters.
- Achievement Cards: Indicate the conditions that must be met to obtain them.
Gameplay
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Setup: Each player chooses a color and takes the corresponding figures. The resource and event cards are shuffled and placed in stacks. Each player initially draws a certain number of resource cards (usually 3 cards).
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Turn Structure: The game progresses in rounds. Each round consists of two phases:
- Action Phase: In this phase, players can move figures and perform actions like gathering resources, attacking other tribes, or starting a building project. Players can move to spaces and conduct actions there, such as collecting berries or hunting animals.
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Event Phase: At the end of each round, an event card is drawn, affecting all players.
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Resource Gathering: Players collect resources by occupying specific spaces on the board. These resources are necessary for building projects or trading with other players.
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Building Projects and Achievements: To achieve an accomplishment, a player must fulfill the conditions on an achievement card. This can include constructing a structure or winning a certain number of conflicts.
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Conflicts: If two player figures land on the same space, a conflict may occur. The winner of a conflict is determined by dice rolls or card strength, depending on the specific rules.
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End of the Game: The game ends when a player achieves the predetermined number of accomplishments. This player is declared the winner.
Strategic Tips
- Resource Management: Effective collection and use of resources are crucial for building structures and achieving accomplishments.
- Positioning: Skillful placement and movement of player figures can block access to key resources from other players.
- Flexibility: The game can be influenced by unexpected events, so flexibility in planning is important.
