Objective
Thunder Alley is an exciting racing board game where each team controls multiple cars. The main goal is to score the most points as a team by securing the best placements. Each car contributes to the team's overall score.
Setup
- Game Board: Place the racing board in the center of the table, showing different tracks with special zones and curves.
- Cars and Figures: Each team selects a color and receives cars of that color. The number of cars depends on the number of players.
- Cards: Shuffle the movement cards and deal a specific number to each team as indicated by the board or rules.
- Weather and Damage Markers: Place them within reach of all players.
- Choose the track you want to race on and set up accordingly.
Gameplay
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Starting Grid: Prepare based on a qualifying mode or scenario setup.
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Turn Sequence: In each round, players take turns playing a movement card for one of their cars:
- Cards determine the type of movement: Solo, Draft, Pursuit, or Lead movement.
- Cars can move in united groups, known as link movement, following each other around the track.
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Follow each card's effects as some cards may trigger conditions like damage or events.
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Damage: Excessive use of cards might lead a car to take damage, leading to pit stops or even forcing a car to retire.
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Weather Conditions: Weather can change during the race, affecting the rules (e.g., slipperier track conditions).
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End of Race and Scoring: Once the set number of laps is complete, the race ends:
- Each car scores points based on its final position.
- Team leaders receive bonuses based on collective placements and completed strategy cards if any.
Strategic Considerations
- Coordinated Play is crucial. Remember, the victory is for the team, not individual cars.
- Positioning in link movement helps save energy and can block or support other players.
- Use strategy cards wisely to gain extra advantages or impede opposing teams.
Conclusion
Thunder Alley is a thrilling racing game that requires team coordination and strategic thoughts to achieve the best placements in an exciting race. Enjoy and may the best team win!
