Welcome to the World of Jaipur!

Are you ready for an exciting adventure in the bustling markets of Jaipur? In this game, you and I will compete as young merchants, eager to become the official supplier to the Maharaja. Our goal is simple – earn more Seals of Excellence than our opponent!

So, how do we play this thrilling game? Let me walk you through the rules!

Setting up the Game

To begin, we will need a deck of 55 cards consisting of various goods like leather, spices, silk, and silver. Each player will receive a personal market with space for up to 7 cards, along with two Hand Cards drawn from the main deck. Lastly, the three Camels cards will be placed face-up on the table. And just like that, we are good to go!

How to Play

Are you curious about the gameplay? Don’t worry; it’s not as complicated as it looks!

On our turn, we have two options – take cards or sell cards. If we choose to take cards, we can either:

• Take one or more Goods cards from the market;
• Take all the Camels cards on the table;
• Or take one Card from the top of the Main deck.

But remember, we can only take one action per turn, so choose wisely!

On the other hand, if we decide to sell cards, we can offer Goods cards for sale in three different forms:

• Singles: Sell one, two, or three cards of the same good;
• Pairs: Sell two, three, four, or five cards of the same good;
• Full sets: Sell at least three cards of every good available.

Each form of sale will earn us a different number of Seals of Excellence, so we need to plan our sales carefully to maximize our points!

End of the Game

The game will continue until either:

• Three piles of Goods cards are empty;
• The deck of Goods cards is empty and no more Camels are in play.

When this happens, we will count our Seals of Excellence, and the player with the most points is declared the winner!

Now, it’s Your Turn!

I hope you’re excited to dive into the world of Jaipur! Remember, strategy and careful planning are key to victory. So, are you ready to challenge me in this thrilling game? Let’s go!

• There are 55 goods cards.
• You’ll find 38 goods tokens.
• Don’t forget about the 1 camel token.
• There are also 18 bonus tokens.
• And don’t forget about the 3 Seals of Excellence.

Let’s get started on the setup.

Between the players, place 3 camel cards face up. Then, shuffle the remaining cards really well.

Each player gets dealt 5 cards. The rest of the cards go into a draw pile, face down.

Take the first two cards from the deck and put them face up next to the camels. There might be 1 or 2 camels drawn. Now, the market is prepared.

Next, each player takes any camels they have in their hands and puts them face up in front of them, forming their own herd.

When it’s time to play the game, the first thing I need to do is sort the tokens by the type of goods they represent. After that, I create a pile for each type of goods, arranging them in descending order of value. It’s important that both players can see the values of all the tokens in each pile.

Next, I sort the bonus tokens by type and shuffle each type separately. I then form three piles with the shuffled bonus tokens, making sure not to spread them out like I did with the goods tokens.

Oh, don’t forget to put the camel token next to the bonus tokens. It has a special role to play in the game!

Once all the tokens are set up, it’s time to place the three Seals of Excellence where we can easily reach them during the game. These seals are important, so keep them handy!

Before we start playing, we need to choose a starting player. Once that’s done, we’re ready to dive into the game and have some fun!

Game Play

During my turn in the game, I have two options:

I can either TAKE CARDS or SELL CARDS

After I choose one of these actions, my turn is over, and it’s my opponent’s turn to choose their action.

Take Cards

If I decide to take cards on my turn, I have a few options to choose from:

A. I can take several goods (=EXCHANGE)

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So here’s what you do: first, you gather up all the cards you want, right? You can have a mix of different types, no problem. Then, you trade in that same number of cards. What you get back can be a mix of camels and goods, or just one or the other. It’s up to you!

Now let’s talk about option B. This is when you decide to only take one single good. Easy enough, right? Just pick your favorite and add it to your collection. It’s a simple choice, but it can have a big impact!

Please ensure you take all the camels.

I want to emphasize the importance of taking all the camels. It might seem obvious, but it’s worth reiterating the significance of not leaving any camels behind. The camels are an integral part of what we’re doing, and by taking all of them, we ensure the success of our endeavor.

You might be wondering why taking all the camels is so crucial. Well, let me explain. Each camel serves a specific purpose and contributes to the overall goal. Leaving even one behind could disrupt the entire plan and jeopardize the outcome.

Think of it this way: if you’re building a puzzle, each piece is essential to complete the picture. If you’re missing one piece, it’s impossible to achieve the desired result. The same principle applies to taking all the camels. Each one plays a unique role, and together they form a cohesive unit.

So, before you embark on your journey, remember to count and double-check the number of camels. Make sure you haven’t overlooked any. Take the time to ensure that your team is complete and ready for whatever lies ahead. By doing so, you’ll set yourself up for success.

In conclusion, taking all the camels is not an arbitrary task; it’s an essential step toward reaching your goal. It demonstrates your attention to detail, thoroughness, and commitment to excellence. So, remember, when it comes to camels, make sure you take them all.

Important: Attention!

Hey there! Just wanted to let you know that you can never have more than 7 cards in your hand by the time your turn is over.

Selling Your Cards

Ready to sell some cards? Awesome! Here’s how it works: first, choose a type of good you want to sell. Next, get rid of as many cards of that type as you want by placing them on the discard pile. Each sale will earn you some goods tokens, and if your sale is big enough, you’ll even get a bonus!

Okay, now let’s break it down into 3 simple steps:

Hey there! Let’s talk about selling cards. Selling cards may seem like a simple task, but there’s actually a lot to consider. First, you’ll want to make sure you have the right cards to sell. Check out the ones you have and think about which ones you’re willing to part with.

Once you’ve picked the cards you want to sell, it’s time to place them face up on the discard pile. The discard pile is where all the cards you no longer want end up. This way, other people can see what’s available and decide if they want to buy any.

Now, I know you might be wondering why you would want to sell cards in the first place. Well, there are a few reasons. Maybe you have duplicates of the same card and you don’t need them all. Or maybe there’s a card you’re not really a fan of and you’d rather sell it to someone who will appreciate it more.

Whatever your reason may be, selling cards can be a great way to declutter your collection and make some extra cash. Plus, you never know, the cards you sell might end up finding a new home where they’ll be cherished.

So, the next time you’re thinking about selling some cards, remember to choose the ones you’re willing to part with, place them face up on the discard pile, and let others decide if they want to buy them. Happy selling!

When you discard a card, you want to take as many tokens as there are cards discarded. Begin with the “top” of the corresponding row, which means starting with the highest values. Stack these tokens in front of you.

If you sell 3 or more cards, you’ll get a bonus token. The value of the bonus is a surprise until you draw it. When you sell 3 cards, the bonus can be 1, 2, or 3 rupees. If you sell 4 cards, the bonus can be 4, 5, or 6 rupees. And if you sell 5 cards, the bonus can be 8, 9, or 10 rupees. The value of the bonus token is only printed on the back, so the front has question marks.

During a sale, there are some restrictions:

If you want to sell the 3 most expensive goods – diamonds, gold, and silver – you have to sell at least 2 cards. This rule applies even if there’s only 1 goods token left of that type.

Just a reminder:

You can only sell one type of goods each round, not more.

End of a round

A round ends right away if:

I bet you didn’t know this, but there are three types of goods tokens that can be depleted in the game. Check out this picture to see what they look like:

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And let me tell you, things can get tricky when there are no cards left in the draw pile and you’re trying to fill the market. This picture will give you a better idea of what I mean:

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Now, here’s the deal: if neither player has collected two Seals of Excellence yet, it’s time to start a new round. The player who lost the previous round gets to go first this time.

Oh, and don’t forget about scoring! That’s an important part of the game too. But I’ll save that for another time.

So here’s how it goes: whoever has the most camels in their herd gets the camel token, which is like a jackpot, worth a whopping 5 rupees!

Now, it’s time for a little math. Everyone flips over their tokens and adds up the numbers to see who’s got the most loot. That’s how we figure out who’s the richest player.

When you play the game, there’s a special token called the Seal of Excellence. It’s something that the richest trader can claim as their own.

If there’s a tie between players, then the person with the most bonus tokens gets to take the seal. But if there’s still a tie after that, then it goes to the player with the most goods tokens.

When the Game Ends

The game comes to an end as soon as one of the players manages to collect 2 Seals of Excellence. That player is the winner and becomes the personal trader of the Maharaja.