Bang! - The Card Game

Objective of the Game: Each player has a secret goal based on their role: The Sheriff must defeat all bandits and the renegade; the Bandits need to kill the Sheriff; the Renegade aims to be the last player standing.

Number of Players: 4-7 players

Setup: 1. Each player draws a role card in secret: Sheriff, Deputy (Helper), Bandit, or Renegade. - Only the Sheriff reveals their card. 2. Each player draws a character card, offering special abilities, and places it face-up. 3. Distribute the matching number of health points (little bullet cards) based on the number of players and the character card. - The Sheriff gets one additional health point. 4. A shuffled deck of cards is provided. Each player draws cards equal to their health points.

Roles and Winning Conditions: - Sheriff: Must defeat all Bandits and the Renegade. - Deputy: Supports the Sheriff. - Bandit: Must kill the Sheriff. - Renegade: Aims to be the last player standing.

Gameplay: Each player's turn comprises several phases: 1. Draw: Draw two cards from the deck. 2. Play: Play any number of cards from your hand. - Bang! cards: Attack opponents, typically one attack per round. - Miss! cards reduce damage to the player. - Equipment cards provide strategic advantages and remain next to your character. 3. Discard: You may not hold more cards than your health at the end of your turn. 4. Dying: A player losing their last health point is eliminated and reveals their role.

Special Cards/Mechanics: - Weapons enable attacks on players farther away. - Beer cards allow players to regain health points. - Dynamite and Gatling have specific effects on multiple players.

Strategic Tips: - Bluffing is essential, particularly for Renegades and Deputies. - Balance between attacking opponents and defending yourself is crucial. - Utilizing equipment cards can significantly alter the game.

End of Game: The game ends when either the Sheriff dies or all Bandits and the Renegade are dead. The winners depend on the surviving roles' victory conditions.