{"product_id":"nybyggarna-i-catan","title":"The Settlers of Catan","description":"\u003cp\u003eSettlers of Catan is a strategic board game where players compete to become the dominant force on the island of Catan by building settlements, cities, and roads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSettlers of Catan\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGame Objective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Build settlements and cities, develop roads, and collect 10 victory points to win.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGameplay Mechanics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roll dice each turn to determine which resources are produced; collect resources in the form of cards: wood, grain, brick, sheep, and ore.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGame Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19 large hexagonal terrain tiles are randomly placed in a honeycomb pattern and surrounded by sea frame pieces; some sea pieces have harbors for trading.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19 hexagonal terrain tiles, 6 sea frame pieces, 9 extra harbor pieces, 20 wooden settlements, 16 wooden cities, 16 wooden roads, 95 resource cards, 25 development cards, 4 building cost cards, 2 special bonus cards, 18 number tokens, 2 dice, 1 wooden robber pawn, 1 rulebook \u0026amp; almanac.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlayers and Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–4 players, recommended age 10+, playing time approximately 90 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResource Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Players gain resources based on which hex tiles their last placed house borders; a robber pawn starts on the desert tile.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurn Sequence:\u003c\/strong\u003e A turn can include: playing a development card, rolling the dice, collecting resources (except on a 7), trading resources for improvements, trading at a harbor or with other players. When a 7 is rolled, the robber is moved and cards can be stolen from opponents with adjacent buildings.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScoring Sources:\u003c\/strong\u003e Settlements and cities, longest road, largest army (via certain development cards) and certain development cards that grant direct victory points. When a player reaches 10 points, they declare victory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSettlers of Catan is a tactical game that rewards planning, negotiation, and adapting to dice rolls. The game is ideal for families and gaming groups in the Nordics looking for a social strategy game with high replay value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSettlers of Catan — detailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wooden pieces for settlements, cities, and roads; paper cards for resources and development; cardboard tiles for the game board; wooden robber pawn; plastic\/cardboard for harbor and frame pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19 hexagonal terrain tiles, 18 number tokens, 2 dice, total component list as above.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the terrain tiles randomly in a honeycomb shape, place number tokens, give each player two settlements and two roads to be placed at intersections and edges, respectively. Place the robber on the desert tile.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrategic Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose starting locations that provide access to multiple resource types and good probability based on the frequency of the number tokens; keep trading opportunities in mind (harbors) and balance expansion vs. card collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSettlers of Catan offers dynamic gameplay experiences because the game board is set up differently each time, increasing replay value. Settlers of Catan is excellent for local game nights and tournaments in the Nordics where both negotiation and resource management are valued.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions about Settlers of Catan\u003c\/h3\u003e  How many players can play Settlers of Catan?  The game is designed for 3–4 players. There are expansions that support more players, but the base box is for 3–4.  How long does a game take?  A typical game takes about 90 minutes, depending on player experience and negotiation length.  What is the appropriate age?  The recommended age is 10 years and up.  What happens when a 7 is rolled?  When a 7 is rolled, the robber is moved to another hex, and the active player can steal a resource card from an opponent who has a building adjacent to that tile. Additionally, players with more than 7 resource cards must discard half of their cards (rounded down).  Are all materials listed in the components included?  Yes, all components in the list are included in the base box: hexagonal tiles, sea frame pieces, harbor pieces, wooden pieces for settlements\/cities\/roads, resource and development cards, dice, the robber, as well as the rulebook and almanac.  Do I need sleeves for the cards?  The cards are standard cardstock; many players choose to use sleeves to protect and extend","brand":"Catan Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53631392612698,"sku":"BFI-029877030811-CN3081","price":68.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/6096\/6746\/files\/6333_0.jpg?v=1771443207","url":"https:\/\/www.gamedungeon.se\/en-en\/products\/nybyggarna-i-catan","provider":"Game Dungeon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}