Objective of the Game

Candamir: The First Settlers is an adventure game where players take on the role of settlers building a new colony. The main goal is to collect resources, complete quests, and earn experience points through strategic actions and battles to eventually become the most successful adventurer.

Setup

• The game starts with placing the game board on the table. The board displays the land to be settled, featuring various terrain types.
• Each player selects a character token and receives a player board representing their character's abilities and experience level.
• Quests are shuffled and placed as a face-down deck next to the board.
• Each player gets starting equipment like herbs, wood, etc.

Gameplay

1. Round Structure: The game is played over several rounds. Each round consists of: - Preparation Phase - Adventure Phase - Movement Phase - Collection Phase - Supply Phase

2. Preparation Phase: New quests can be revealed, and events affecting the game's progress occur.

3. Adventure Phase: - Players choose which quests they wish to undertake. - Each quest requires specific resources or skills, whether battling wild animals or gathering herbs. - Success in a quest grants the player special advantages or rewards.

4. Movement Phase: - Each player can move their token on the board to access new resource fields or quests. - Movement is limited by the character's movement ability and terrain type.

5. Collection Phase: - Depending on their position on the board, players can collect additional resources. - Resources are vital for crafting items and trading.

6. Supply Phase: - Players manage resources on their board, record experience points, or trade items. - Wise trading and resource management are key to victory.

Special Rules and Strategies

• Skill Advancement: Experience gained in quests leads to skill improvements, making future challenges easier.
• Dice Rolling: A combination of dice and skills determines outcomes in battles or specific challenges.
• Trading: Players can trade resources to obtain rare items crucial for progress.
• Strategic Decisions: Choosing between risky quests or safely collecting resources can significantly affect the game outcome.

Game End

The game ends when a player reaches a set amount of experience points or when all quests are completed. The player with the most experience points is celebrated as the greatest adventurer and wins the game.