Instructions Au Backe!

Objective

The main goal of Au Backe! is to be the first player to get rid of all your cards. This requires both strategic thinking and a bit of luck, as players have various action cards that can influence the game.

Setup

• Begin by placing the game board in the center.
• Shuffle the card deck thoroughly and deal each player 5 cards to their hand.
• Place one card from the deck face-up on the discard pile next to the game board. The remaining deck becomes the draw pile.

Gameplay

1. Player Order: Players take turns in a clockwise order.
2. A Player's Turn:
3. The player must select a card from their hand and place it on the discard pile. This card must match either the number or the suit of the top card of the discard pile.
4. If the player cannot play a card, they must draw one from the draw pile. If the drawn card matches the suit or number, it can be played immediately; otherwise, it remains in the hand.
5. Action Cards: There are special action cards that add additional effects to the game, such as skipping a player's turn or forcing players to draw more cards.

Special Rules

• Action Cards: These bring dynamics into the game. 'Draw Two' means the next player must draw two cards from the draw pile, 'Reverse' changes the direction of play, and 'Skip' allows you to skip the next player's turn.
• Winner: A player wins the game once they have placed all their cards onto the discard pile.
• Draw and Play: If a player holds multiple matching cards, they may play them all at once or one after another, if rules permit.

Strategies

• Manage Your Hand: Try to reduce your hand in such a way that you retain higher strategic utility cards.
• Use Action Cards Wisely: Use special cards wisely to disrupt your opponents' plans.
• Card Composition: Be careful not to keep too many of the same cards to maintain flexibility.

Conclusion

Au Backe! is an exciting card game for the whole family, combining flexibility, strategy, and a dash of luck. Whether you intend to outsmart your competition or just be the first to get rid of all your cards – this game provides plenty of fun and entertainment.