Instructions Spirit Island

Objective

In "Spirit Island", you take on the role of a Spirit of the land defending the island from colonizing Invaders who threaten the existence of the native Dahan inhabitants. Your objective is to drive away the Invaders and protect the island by generating Fear and destroying their Towns and Cities.

Setup

1. Game Board: Arrange the island boards according to the number of players:
2. 1 player: 1 board
3. 2 players: 2 boards

4. etc.

5. Spirit Selection: Each player chooses a Spirit, each having unique strengths, weaknesses, and cards.

6. Invader Deck: Consisting of "Explore", "Build", and "Ravage" cards.

7. Fear Deck: Contains fear cards which affect game progression.

8. Starting Resources: Each player receives starting energy and a hand of power cards.

Gameplay

The game unfolds over multiple rounds, each consisting of several phases:

1. Spirit Phase

• Growth: Choose a growth option on your Spirit panel to "grow" (e.g., add presence, reclaim cards).
• Reclaim Cards: Draw cards back from the discard pile if applicable.
• Gain Energy: Collect energy resources as determined by your current presence.
• Play Cards: Play power cards, limited by the presence slots available.

2. Fast and Slow Powers

• Fast Powers execute before the Invader phase. These are marked with a lightning bolt symbol on spirit cards.

3. Invader Phase

Includes: - Fear effects: Activate a Fear card if enough fear has been accumulated. - Explore: Reveal cards to determine where new Invaders appear on the board. - Build: Invaded lands without interference lead to the construction of Towns. - Ravage: Invaders damage the Dahan and blight the island.

4. Slow Powers

• Slow Powers execute after the Invader phase. These are indicated by a turtle symbol.

Winning and Losing Conditions

• You win by removing all Invader settlements and cities, or by achieving the highest Fear levels.
• You lose if the Invaders reach maximum on the blight track or if a spirit loses all its presence.

Strategic Tips

• Distribute your presence wisely to maximize influence over the island.
• Coordinate Spirit abilities to create powerful synergies.
• Stay ahead of the Invaders' plans through quick responses and strategic foresight.

"Spirit Island" offers a deep strategic experience that rewards teamwork and planning, as well as an understanding of your Spirit's abilities and the dynamic phases of the Invaders.