Stone Age Game Rules

Welcome to the Stone Age Game! Let’s dive into the rules and get started on this exciting journey together.

Goal of the Game

The goal of the Stone Age Game is to build and grow your very own prehistoric village. You want to lead your tribe to prosperity and success, overcoming challenges and making wise decisions along the way.

Collecting Resources

In order to build and expand your village, you’ll need resources. These resources include wood, clay, stone, and gold. You can gather these resources by sending your tribe members to specific locations on the game board. Each location will provide different types and amounts of resources.

Feeding Your Tribe

Feeding your tribe is crucial for their survival. At the end of each round, you’ll need to provide enough food to sustain your tribe. If you’re unable to feed everyone, you’ll have to take a negative consequence. So be sure to plan ahead and gather enough food for your growing population.

Constructing Buildings

Buildings are essential for the growth and development of your village. You can construct various buildings, such as huts, tool factories, and farms. Each building has its own benefits and advantages, so choose wisely based on your strategy and goals.

Advancing in Technology

Advancing in technology is key to success in the Stone Age Game. By spending resources, you can improve your tribe’s knowledge and skills. This will unlock new abilities, allowing you to perform more actions, gather more resources, and ultimately expand your village further.

Trading and Interaction

Interacting with other tribes is an important aspect of the game. You can trade resources with other players, form alliances, and negotiate deals. Keep in mind that every decision you make will have consequences, so think carefully and strategize to your advantage.

End of the Game

The game concludes when a certain number of buildings have been constructed, indicating a fully developed village. At this point, the player with the most victory points will be declared the winner. Victory points can be earned through various means, such as constructing buildings, acquiring advancements, and feeding your tribe.

Conclusion

Now that you understand the rules of the Stone Age Game, it’s time to embark on your prehistoric adventure. Remember, the key to success is strategic planning, resource management, and wise decision-making. Good luck, and may your tribe thrive in the Stone Age!

Let’s talk about a game called “The Settlers of Catan.” Have you heard of it before? In this game, you and your friends will embark on an exciting journey to settle the island of Catan.

To start playing, you’ll need a few things. Here’s a list of what you’ll find in the game box:

1. Game board

2. Player boards (one for each player)

3. 58 wooden resources

4. 40 wooden people

5. 8 wooden markers, which come in two sizes

6. 53 food tiles

7. 28 building tiles

8. 18 tool tiles

9. 1 start player figure

10. 36 civilization cards

11. 7 dice

12. 1 leather dice cup

13. 1 information sheet

Now that you have everything you need, let’s set up the game.

1. First, I’ll put the game board right in the middle of the table.
2. Next, I’ll separate the food tiles based on their value and make stacks of them in the hunting grounds.
3. Then, I’ll take the 20 wood resources and place them in the forest, the 16 brick resources go in the clay pit, the 12 stone resources will be placed in the quarry, and finally, the 10 gold resources will be placed in the river.
4. I’ll divide the tools into two stacks based on their values, 1/2 and 3/4, and put them in the empty space next to the tool maker.
5. To start the game, I’ll shuffle the civilization cards and put them face-down in a stack next to the game board. Then, I’ll draw the top 4 cards (depending on the number of players) and arrange them on the 4 spaces from right to left.

Let’s get started with the game setup! Here’s what you need to do:

1. Prepare the building tiles by shuffling them. Then, make four stacks of seven buildings each.

2. Depending on the number of players, place the stacks on the game board. If there are four players, use all four stacks. For three players, use three stacks, and for two players, use two stacks. Any unused stacks can be returned to the box. Make sure to turn over the top building tile on each stack.

3. Each player needs to choose a color and take one marker of their chosen color. Place the marker on space 0 of the food track (lower left) and another marker on the scoring track (upper left).

4. Now, each player takes one player board. This board will hold your game material, game play information, and final scoring information. Place five people of your chosen color and twelve food on the board.

5. The remaining people (five per color), seven dice, and the dice cup should be placed as a general supply next to the game board.

6. Finally, choose a start player, and you’re ready to begin the game!

That’s all there is to it! Good luck and have fun!

Game Play

Alright, let me break it down for you. When we play this game, we go through three different steps, and they happen in a specific order. Here’s how it goes:

1. First, we all take turns placing our people on the game board.
2. Next, we get to use the actions of our placed people.
3. Finally, we need to make sure our people are fed.

I. Placing our people on the game board

When I start the game, I get to be the first player. My job is to choose any spot on the game board and place my people there. I can put down one person or more, it’s up to me.

Once I’m done placing my people, it’s the next player’s turn. We go around in a clockwise direction, and each person gets a chance to place their people on any spot they choose. This keeps going until everyone has put down all their people on the game board.

Now, each spot on the board has a certain number of rings. The number of rings tells us how many people can be on that spot before it gets full. So, we need to keep an eye on the rings and make sure not to exceed the limit.

Here’s an important rule: I can’t pass my turn if there are still empty spots available for people. And once I’ve placed my people, I can’t do it again. There’s no going back once I’ve made my move.

Now, let’s talk about how many people can be placed on each type of spot:

– The Tool maker spot can only have one person.

– The Hut spot can have up to two people.

– The Field spot can only have one person.

– The Hunt spot, on the other hand, can have as many people as we want.

– Resource spaces can hold up to seven people.

– Buildings, like the Tool maker and the Hut, can only have one person.

– Finally, Civilization cards also have room for just one person.

Remember, these limits are important to keep in mind when deciding where to place your people. Good luck with your strategy!

So, sometimes when we’re playing this game, there might be a situation where some of us have no more people to place, while others still have some left.

If it happens that none of us can place any more people (because we’ve already used them all up or there are no legal spots to place them), then we move on to the next phase.

Phase II: Using our placed people

The first person starts. They use all of their placed people. Only after they’re done, the next person gets to use theirs. We go in a clockwise order.

We each return our used people back to our player board as we go along. That way, when we’re finished, we’ll have all of our people back.

Now, what can we actually do with our people on the different spots?

Tool Maker

When you play this game, you get a new tool. If you don’t have any tools, you take one and put it on your player board with a “1” showing. You can use each tool once per round to roll a die when you go hunting or gather resources. Once you use a tool, you can’t use it again in the same round. But you can use it later for a different action if you want. You can use as many of your tools as you want when you roll a die. To show that you’ve used a tool, you turn it around by 90 degrees.

Hut

When I play this game, I get an extra person figure of my color that I can use in every round. This means I have one more person figure available each time!

The Game Board

I’m going to explain how to play this game and what you need to do to succeed. So, let’s get started!

Step 1: Return your figure and increase food production

First, you need to return your people figure back to your player board. This means that you remove it from wherever it is on the game board and place it back with your other pieces. Once you’ve done that, you can move your marker on the food track. Move it up by one space. By doing this, you increase your food production. And that’s important because you’ll receive the food you produce at the end of each round.

Step 2: Hunt for food

Now, let’s talk about hunting. Hunting is a crucial part of the game. It’s how you gather food for your people. When you hunt, you have a chance to find animals and get food from them. Take a moment to think about the best strategy for hunting. How can you increase your chances of finding animals? It’s important to be smart and make wise decisions.

Step 3: Gather food and keep track of your progress

After you’ve finished hunting, it’s time to gather the food you’ve found. Don’t forget to keep track of the food you have. You need to know how much you’ve collected and how much you have left. This will help you make better decisions in the future. So, be diligent and keep a careful record of your progress.

Step 4: Plan for the next round

Finally, it’s time to plan for the next round. This is where your strategic thinking comes into play. You need to consider your resources, your goals, and your opponents’ moves. What can you do to improve your chances of success? Take some time to analyze the situation and come up with a plan. Remember, the choices you make now will have an impact on the rest of the game.

So, that’s it! These are the steps you need to follow to play the game effectively. I hope you have a great time and enjoy the challenge!

When I go on a hunt, I take a die for each of my people figures and roll them together. I count up all the dots on the dice. After that, I can add some of my tools to the total from the roll. For every 2 dots that I roll, I get 1 food from the game board.

Forest, Clay Pit, Quarry, and River

When I step foot in these four places, I get to collect wood, brick, stone, and gold. It’s kind of like going on a hunt, but instead of capturing animals, I gather resources. Let me explain how it works:

1. First, I head to the forest. For every three pieces of wood I find, I get to take one from the supply. It’s a great way to stock up on building materials.
2. Next, I visit the clay pit. If I find four pieces of clay, I can exchange them for one brick from the supply. I’ll need those bricks for construction.
3. Then, it’s off to the quarry. When I collect five pieces of stone, I can trade them in for one from the supply. Stone is essential for building strong structures.
4. Finally, I make my way to the river. By finding six pieces of gold, I can claim one from the supply. Gold is a precious resource that can be used for many things.

These resources are crucial for building up my civilization. With enough materials, I can construct impressive structures and advance my society. So, when I’m exploring these places, I always keep an eye out for wood, brick, stone, and gold. They’re the key to success!

Civilization Cards

The first step in getting a new card is to pay the number of resources shown above the card. This payment is made from the player’s supply on their board. You can choose which resources to use, such as wood, brick, stone, and gold. However, you can’t use food for this payment. Typically, players use wood and/or brick for these payments. If you can’t or don’t want to pay the required resources, you simply return your people figure and leave the card on the game board. Once you’ve paid for the card, you stack it face down on your player board in the designated space.

Now, let’s move on to buildings.

When I want to get a building in the game, I have to pay the resources that the building requires. I take the building as soon as I pay for it and I move my scoring marker on the scoring track by the amount shown on the building. Then, I flip over the next building in the stack to reveal a new one. There are 8 buildings where I get to choose which resources to pay with, but I can only pick the ones that are available. There are also 3 special buildings where I can choose both the type and amount of resources to pay with, but no more than 7. When I get one of these special buildings, I have to figure out how many spaces I move on the scoring track. I put the building I acquired on one of the spaces on my player board. If I end up getting more than 5 buildings, I stack them on these spaces.

III. Players Providing for Their Communities

Now it’s time to dive deeper into the amazing ways in which players contribute to their communities. I’m excited to share with you some inspiring stories of athletes who are using their platform and resources to make a positive impact.

When I see a professional athlete taking the time to give back, it truly warms my heart. These individuals have reached the pinnacle of success in their respective sports, yet they remain grounded and humble, recognizing the importance of using their position to help others.

One athlete who comes to mind is LeBron James. Not content with just being an exceptional basketball player, LeBron has made it his mission to uplift and empower the young people of his hometown, Akron, Ohio. Through his LeBron James Family Foundation, he has provided educational support, mentorship, and resources to countless children, ensuring they have the tools they need to succeed.

Another remarkable athlete using their influence for good is J.J. Watt. After the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey in Houston, J.J. immediately jumped into action to raise funds for the victims. He used his social media presence to rally support and was able to generate millions of dollars in donations. Watt’s efforts helped to rebuild homes, restore schools, and provide medical care to those affected.

These are just two extraordinary examples among many. Athletes like Serena Williams, Colin Kaepernick, and Maya Moore are also actively involved in various charitable endeavors, using their platforms to advocate for change and make a difference.

It’s important to recognize that athletes have the power to inspire and bring about positive change on a large scale. Their actions show us that we all have the ability to make a difference in our communities, no matter our profession or status.

So, let’s celebrate and support these incredible individuals who are using their influence and resources to create a better world for everyone. Together, we can make a real impact and ensure a brighter future for all.

Once everyone has brought all of their people figures back to their player board, we have to make sure they’re fed. You should know that each person needs 1 unit of food.

First, you’ll need to take food from the supply based on where your marker is on the food track. After that, you need to return 1 unit of food to the supply for each person on your board.

If you don’t have enough food to feed all of your people, here’s what happens: you have to put all of your food back into the supply.

Then, if you want to (and can), you can use any resources you have to make up for the shortfall. Each resource you use counts as 1 unit of food. That way, your people are still happy because they were able to trade resources for food.

If you can’t or don’t want to do this, you’ll lose 10 points on your scoring track right away.

In a situation like this, if a player doesn’t have enough food, they have to return all the food they have to the supply. Once all the players have fed their people (or haven’t and lost 10 points), the round is over. The player who started gives the start player marker to their neighbor on the left, and the next round begins.

Let’s talk about how the game ends. There are two possibilities:

1. If there aren’t enough civilization cards left to fill the display at the start of the round, the game ends immediately. There won’t be another round.

2. If there is at least one empty building stack, the game continues until the current round ends. The players still have to feed their people.

After that, it’s time for final scoring. Look at the information sheet for the civilization cards to know how scoring works. Each player does the following:

The original text: In such case, the player must return all food he has to the supply. When all players have fed their people (or not and lost 10 points), the round ends. The start player gives the start player marker to his left neighbor and the next round begins.

The original text: End of the Game

The original text: The game ends in one of two ways:

The original text: If there are not enough civilization cards remaining to fill the display at the beginning of the round, the game ends immediately. In this case, no new round is begun.

The original text: If at least 1 building stack is empty. In this case the current round is played to the end, i.e. the people must still be fed.

The original text: Then follows the final scoring. First, take the information sheet for the civilization cards for the scoring information it has. Each player proceeds as follows:

• Multiply the green-backgrounded civilization cards separately.
• Calculate the score of the sand-colored backgrounded cards as follows:
• Multiply the number of farmers by your position on the food track.
• Multiply the number of tool makers by the value of your tools.
• Multiply the number of hut builders by the number of buildings.
• Multiply the number of shamen by the number of people.
• Each resource on your player board is worth 1 point.

Score your points by moving your markers on the score track. The player with the highest score wins!

If there’s a tie, the player with the highest sum of food production, tools, and people prevails.