Objective of the Game
The objective of Chinesische Mauer (Great Wall of China) is to be the first to complete all three sections of your wall. Players compete to build their wall segments faster and more efficiently than their opponents.
Game Components
- A game board, divided into sections
- Cards with various build actions (e.g., build walls, hinder opponents)
- Wall pieces or tokens used to mark wall construction
Setup
- Each player chooses a color and gets the corresponding number of wall pieces.
- Cards are shuffled and distributed to each player.
- Players position themselves on the game board.
Gameplay
The game is played in rounds. Each round consists of several phases.
Phase 1: Card Hand - Each player holds a hand of several cards, kept secret from others. - At the beginning of their turn, a player draws two cards from the deck.
Phase 2: Actions Players may play cards during their turn to perform actions depicted on them. Cards allow: - Building wall sections: Place a wall piece on the board. - Hindering opponents: Play a card preventing another player from building in their next turn. - Special actions: Some cards permit additional wall placements or card exchanges.
Phase 3: Construction Check - At the end of a turn, it is checked if a player has reached the required number of wall segments. - Strategic tip: Try to use your cards to build multiple segments in one turn.
Winning Conditions
The first player to fully build all three wall segments wins the game. In case of a tie, the player with the most remaining cards wins.
Strategic Considerations
- Card efficiency: Use your cards as efficiently as possible to stay ahead of your opponents.
- Skillful blocking: Prevent opponents from completing their constructions by focusing on their strategy.
Special Rules
- No walls can be built on spaces blocked by obstacles.
- Card exchange is only allowed through specific special cards.
Chinesische Mauer is an engaging game that requires strategy and tactical thinking to complete your wall faster than your opponents.
