Let’s Explore the Rules of the Too Many Bones Game Together

Welcome! I’m excited to dive into the world of the Too Many Bones game with you. This game is full of adventure and strategy, but don’t worry – I’ll guide you through the rules to make sure you’re well-prepared for the journey.

Getting Started

So, you’re ready to embark on this exciting gaming experience. First things first, let’s gather the materials you’ll need:

• Game Board
• Character Cards
• Encounter Cards
• Battle Mat
• Skills and Loot Dice

Now that we have everything ready, we can start playing Too Many Bones. The goal of the game is to defeat enemies and complete encounters, collecting valuable loot and leveling up your characters along the way. Sounds fun, right? Let’s dig deeper into the rules.

The Rounds

As we step into the world of Too Many Bones, you’ll notice that the game is divided into rounds. Each round is made up of several turns. During a turn, you’ll have a chance to take several actions that will shape your adventure.

Now, here’s where things get interesting. At the beginning of each round, you’ll draw an Encounter Card. This card will reveal the challenges you’ll face. It could be a cunning enemy, a deadly trap, or even a valuable treasure. What lies ahead is a mystery until you draw that card.

Building Your Characters

Before the adventure begins, you’ll choose a character to embody. Each character has unique abilities and skills that will come in handy during battles and encounters. So, pick the character that resonates with you the most – the one that feels like your perfect match.

As you progress in the game, you’ll have the opportunity to level up your character, gaining new skills and improving existing ones. This will be crucial in your quest to overcome tougher challenges.

Skills and Dice

Skills and dice are your two main assets when it comes to taking down enemies and overcoming obstacles in Too Many Bones. Your character has a set of skills that you can use strategically to gain an advantage in battles. And to execute those skills, you’ll roll dice.

Each skill corresponds to a specific combination of dice. When you roll the dice, each result will determine the effect and outcome of your actions. The more powerful the skill, the more dice you’ll need to roll. So, make sure to gather the right dice for the task at hand.

Battles and Encounters

With your character and dice in hand, you’ll face off against various enemies and obstacles throughout the game. Battles and encounters will test your strategy, skill, and luck.

During battles, you’ll take turns attacking enemies and defending against their assaults. Use your skills and dice wisely to outsmart and defeat them. Don’t forget to think ahead and plan your moves carefully.

Encounters, on the other hand, present different challenges that require problem-solving and decision-making. You might need to gather resources, navigate hazardous terrain, or even negotiate with non-player characters. Each encounter brings its own set of twists and turns, so stay on your toes!

Victory and Defeat

Ultimately, the goal of Too Many Bones is to emerge victorious. Your success depends on your ability to adapt to different situations, make smart choices, and utilize your character’s skills effectively.

But beware, defeat is also a possibility. Should your character’s health reach zero, the game will end, and your adventure will be over. It’s a true test of skill and resilience.

Are You Ready for the Challenge?

Now that you have an overview of the Too Many Bones game rules, are you excited to jump in? Remember, every decision you make, every roll of the dice, shapes your adventure. So, gather your friends, set up the game board, and let the journey begin!

• 139 Dice
• 4 Dice Storage Trays
• 4 Neoprene Die cut Gearloc Character Mats
• 1 Neoprene Die cut Battle Mat
• 5 PVC Plastic Reference Sheets
• 60 PVC Plastic Encounter Cards
• 40 PVC Plastic Loot Cards
• 20 PVC Plastic Trove Loot Cards
• 65 – 4g Health Chips
• 55 – 11.5g Baddie Chips
• 7 – 11.5g Tyrant Chips
• 4 – 11.5g Gearloc Chips
• 4 – 11.5g Lane Marker Chips
• 1 – 11.5g Day Counter Chip
• 1 Map Marker
• Rulebook

Want an Exciting Adventure? Look No Further!

Hey there! Are you ready for a thrilling game unlike any other? Introducing the Gearloc Council’s latest challenge – a heart-pounding quest where you must conquer the fearsome Tyrant within the given timeframe. It’s up to you to emerge victorious!

Ready, Set, Go!

Before we begin, let’s get the party started. Follow these simple steps to set up your epic adventure:

Alright, let’s get this adventure started! First things first, I want you to grab that Battle Mat and place it right in the middle of your play area.

Welcome to the Tyrant And Day Counter!

Hey there! Let’s get started on our epic game by selecting a Tyrant. You can either choose one based on how long you want the game to be or pick one at random. Take a peek at both sides of the Tyrant Card so you can familiarize yourself with its Skills and the effects of the Tyrant Die. Awesome, right? The game can last anywhere between 1 to 4 hours, depending on the Tyrant you choose and the number of Gearlocs playing.

To set up, place the Tyrant’s Card, Chip, and Die to the left side of your Battle Mat. Just below your Tyrant Card, you’ll find the Day Counter Card and Chip. The Chip should be set to 1 to begin with.

Let’s Encounter Some Action!

Now it’s time to dive into some exciting encounters! Look for any Tyrant Encounters, marked in blue, that are associated with the Tyrant you chose. You’ll find 1 to 3 cards labeled with the Tyrant’s name at the bottom. Set these cards aside for now and keep them handy. As for the other Tyrant Cards, just place them back in the game box.

Hey there! Let’s get started by shuffling the General Encounter Deck, also known as the green deck. If you’re playing solo, make sure to use the Solo Encounter Deck, which is labeled “Solo” at the bottom. Draw Encounter Cards equal to the number shown on your Tyrant Card, but don’t forget to subtract 3 cards.

Now, mix these Encounter Cards with the Tyrant Encounter Card(s) that you set aside. Once they’re all shuffled together, place them on the left side of the Battle Mat with the story side facing up. You’ll notice that some Encounter Cards are left over. Just put them back in the game box. And don’t worry, if you ever run out of Encounter Cards, you can always replenish your deck from the box.

Awesome! We’re almost ready to dive in. Just one more thing to do. Look for Special Encounters 001-003 and place them on top of your newly created Encounter Deck in the correct order. Remember to keep the other Special Encounters accessible, as you might need them later on. You can store them neatly in the game box.

Loot & Trove Loot

First things first, let’s get everything set up for our epic adventure. You and I are going to shuffle all the Loot and Trove Loot cards. Make sure to place both decks to the right of our Battle Mat with the chest side facing up. Oh, and don’t forget to grab the 4 Lockpicking Dice and keep them close by.

Enemies

Using the Baddie Type icons () shown on my Tyrant Card, I need to find all the baddies of these types. After flipping them face down, I shuffle them and create three stacks: 1Pt, 5Pt, and 20Pt Baddie “Active Stacks”. I place these stacks above the Battle Mat. Any extra Baddie Chips go back in the game box, but sometimes I might need them for a specific Encounter. If I ever run out of Baddies in an Active Stack, I simply reshuffle the defeated ones.

To the right of my Baddie Active Stacks, I place a few stacks of 8-10 Health Chips, as shown in the illustrations.

Now, let’s talk about Gearlocs. Each player gets to choose a Gearloc. I pick my favorite and place their selected Gearloc Mat, Gearloc Chip (with the starting health chips underneath it), Initiative Die, and Stat Dice onto the playing area. I can adjust the placement of the mat according to my preference, taking into account the size of our party.

So, you’re ready to find your Gearloc’s 16 Skill Dice! They’re an essential part of the game, and I’ll guide you on where to place them for easy access.

First things first, make sure you have a Storage Tray near your Gearloc Mat. This is where we’ll keep your Skill Dice to keep things organized. Oh, and if you have some spare trays lying around, you can use them to store your Attack and Defense Dice too!

Okay, now let’s get those Skill Dice into the Storage Tray. Place all 16 of them in there, nice and neat. This way, you’ll always know where to find them when you need to roll those dice and unleash your skills!

Remember, having your Skill Dice organized and within reach is crucial for a smooth gaming experience. So, go ahead and find that Storage Tray, place the dice inside, and get ready for some exciting gameplay!

Hey there! Let me walk you through getting started with your Gearloc Reference Sheet. It’s super important to understand how to use your Skills effectively, so I’ll show you how to identify them. Just look for any Skills with a circle () next to their name on your reference sheet. These are the Skills your Gearloc already has!

Now, on your Gearloc Mat, you’ll find spots where you can place the Skill Dice that correspond to those Skills. Take the Skill Dice with the matching numbers and put them in the slots on your mat. These dice are pretty cool because the side facing up on your mat is what matters. So, usually, you’ll start them with the “0” side showing, if you can.

Now, let’s gather some other components you’ll need to play the game.

Get yourself some Attack Dice (around 6-10 should do), Defense Dice (grab about 10-12), and Effect Dice (you’ll want 2-4 of each type). Place them below your Battle Mat. Oh, and don’t forget to include the black D6 die in this area too.

Next, take the 4 Lane Marker Chips and place them above your Battle Mat, just like it shows. Do the same for the 4 Baddie Initiative Dice. Lastly, put the Round Counter Die at the top of the Initiative Meter on the Battle Mat, set to R1.

I’m ready for my adventure!

The Baddies

The Baddies are the enemies you’ll come across on your adventure. Each Baddie has its own unique characteristics and abilities.

1. Health Points (HP)

HP represents the amount of health a Baddie has. You can see how much HP a Baddie has by looking at the number of Health Chips placed beneath it on the Battle Mat.

2. Initiative

The Initiative determines where a Baddie starts on the Ini Meter. The Baddie Initiative Die is used to determine this.

3. Attack Style

Melee Baddies () can only attack units that are adjacent to them, not diagonal. If there are no adjacent units, they cannot attack during that turn. Ranged Baddies (), on the other hand, can attack any unit, regardless of its position on the mat.

4. Creature Type

5. Defense

Here’s how many Defense Dice I roll during my turn (excluding any active Defense Dice). If I roll a 9, it goes on top of my Baddie chip, making it active. I can roll Defense Dice even if there are no targets within range.

6. Attack

When it’s my turn, I roll a certain number of Attack Dice to see how much damage I can do to my target. The number of dice I roll is represented by [#]. And if I have multiple targets, I roll these dice separately for each one.

Now let’s talk about Skills. These are special abilities that I have that are always in effect. The Gearloc Adventuring Reference Guide has a list of all the Skills I can use and how they work. You should definitely check it out!

8. Skills That Activate When a Baddie Rolls High

In the game, certain skills can activate if a Baddie rolls a high number on its Attack and Defense Dice. These skills are marked in blue with an icon. To trigger a skill, the Baddie must exceed the threshold number shown on its Baddie chip. The threshold is determined by adding up the numbers rolled on all the Baddie’s Attack and Defense Dice during its turn.

When I’m playing Too Many Bones, one of the things I have to keep in mind is that rolled dice don’t carry over to the next turn. That means I need to make the most out of the dice I have for the current turn.

9. Target(s)

The target determines which unit or units the Baddie is going after. For Melee Baddies, they always go after the unit that is closest to them. And for Ranged Baddies, they don’t move, they just attack their target from a distance.

When you’re battling against Baddies, you’ll notice that some of them can attack multiple targets. These Baddies are indicated by a number [#] in their icon. However, they won’t attack the same target more than once in a single turn. Instead, they’ll go after the weakest target which is usually your opposing unit.

When I’m playing a strategy game, I always have to consider a lot of factors. One of the most important ones is how to move my characters on the battlefield. In some games, you can move your characters in any direction, including diagonally. It might not seem like a big deal at first, but diagonal movement can have a huge impact on the outcome of a battle.

Diagonal movement allows you to reach certain areas of the battlefield more quickly. For example, if there’s an enemy unit diagonally adjacent to one of your units, you can move your unit diagonally towards the enemy and attack them in the same turn. This can catch your opponent off guard and give you a tactical advantage.

Diagonal movement can also help you position your units more effectively. Let’s say you have a unit with low health that needs to retreat. By moving them diagonally, you can put some distance between them and the enemy while still being able to attack if necessary. On the other hand, if you have a unit with high health that needs to engage the enemy, moving them diagonally can help you reach the strongest enemy unit faster, potentially eliminating a major threat.

When it comes to diagonal movement, it’s important to take into account the positioning of your units and the terrain. Moving diagonally might allow you to bypass obstacles or take advantage of cover. Additionally, you need to be aware of the risks involved. Moving diagonally can expose your units to attacks from multiple directions, so you need to carefully consider the potential consequences before making a move.

So, if you’re looking for a strategy game that offers a deeper level of tactical decision-making, then you’ll love one that includes diagonal movement. With this additional option, you have more flexibility and can think creatively to outmaneuver your opponents. Just remember to weigh the risks and rewards, and plan your moves carefully. By following these strategies, you’ll have a better chance of victory on the battlefield.

Hey there! Let’s talk about those sneaky Baddies or Tyrannts that have the power to move diagonally. You know, those pesky characters in games or puzzles that always seem to find a way to outsmart us. They have an extra trick up their sleeves – unlike other characters who can only move in straight lines or horizontally, these troublemakers can move in diagonal directions too.

Extra Bad Guys

When a Baddie has the or ability, it brings in additional 5-point Baddies and places them at the top of the Battle Queue as soon as it joins the Battle Mat.

Movement

When it’s time for the melee Baddies to take their turn, they will move up to 2 positions closer to you before attacking, if they can.

Baddie Points (pts)

There are four different types of Baddies: Tyrants, 1Pt, 5Pt, and 20Pt Baddies. You can recognize them by their picture or the number of points [#] on the back of the Baddie chip.

Tyrants

In Too Many Bones, my main goal is to reach and defeat the Tyrant. It’s the ultimate objective that drives me forward in this game.

Let me tell you about the Tyrant Card.

On the front of the Tyrant Card, I find valuable information about this formidable enemy. It reveals details about the Tyrant itself and specifies the types of creatures I must employ for this particular adventure.

In order to challenge the Tyrant and win the game, there are certain things you need to know.

First, you’ll need to earn the required Progress Points. These points are listed in the game, and you can accumulate them by completing various tasks.

Once you have earned the Progress Points, you have the option to challenge the Tyrant. However, it’s important to note that you don’t have to challenge the Tyrant immediately after earning the points. You can take your time and choose when to face this formidable foe.

When you do decide to challenge the Tyrant, make sure to defeat it before its power level exceeds a certain limit. This is crucial for victory.

On the back of the Tyrant Card, you will find instructions on setting up the Battle Mat specifically for the Tyrant battle. This card also provides details about the Tyrant’s unique skills, including its Tyrant Die.

During the Tyrant battle, you only need to defeat the Tyrant Baddie to emerge victorious. This means you don’t have to defeat any additional enemies or overcome any extra challenges.

If you fail to defeat the Tyrant in battle, don’t worry! You can always try again. Simply make sure you have enough days available for another attempt.

Tyrant Chip

When you come face-to-face with a Tyrant, you’ll notice that it has a special chip. This chip plays a crucial role in the ultimate battle against the Tyrant.

Tyrant Die

Imagine this: you finally confront the Tyrant, and as you engage in an intense combat, you notice something peculiar. The Tyrant has a mystifying chip embedded within it.

Hey there! Let me tell you something cool about Tyrants. Did you know that each Tyrant has a special die called a Tyrant Die? It’s pretty neat! This die is rolled every time a Tyrant takes its turn, but just once per turn.

Tyrants in Your Path

Every Tyrant has their own set of Tyrant Encounter Cards. These cards are mixed into your Encounter Deck right from the start of your adventure.

Face the Challenge

Encounters occur throughout your journey, testing your skills and abilities. When you encounter a Tyrant, it’s important to know what you’re up against. That’s where Tyrant Encounter Cards come in. These unique cards provide specific challenges and scenarios tailored to the Tyrant you are currently pursuing.

Picture this. You’re exploring a mysterious jungle, your heart pounding with excitement. Suddenly, you stumble upon a massive creature – a Tyrant! But don’t panic. By drawing from your Encounter Deck, you can gauge the strengths and weaknesses of this formidable opponent. Armed with this knowledge, you’ll be better prepared to face the Tyrant head-on.

Each Tyrant Encounter Card holds a wealth of information. From a Tyrant’s special abilities to their preferred attack strategies, you’ll gain valuable insights to help you survive the encounter. But beware – Tyrants are cunning creatures, capable of surprises. Adapting your tactics on the fly will be key to your success.

Remember, as you customize your adventure, you can tailor the Tyrant Encounter Cards to match your desired level of challenge. Do you seek a heart-pounding test of your skills or a more leisurely journey? The choice is yours.

So, as you embark on your quest, be sure to keep the Tyrant Encounter Cards close at hand. With their guidance, you’ll be equipped to face any challenge that stands in your way. Good luck!

Every day on our journey, we face encounters – situations that test us and require our decision-making skills. To start our day, we draw an Encounter Card and read it aloud to understand the situation we’ll encounter.

The front of the card describes the situation we’ll face. Then, we turn it over to see our choices and their consequences (you can take your time to read and discuss the card).

We must choose one of the options presented. Our choice can lead to a peaceful resolution, with no need for a battle , or it can result in a battle . Either way, we have to successfully navigate the encounter to earn our rewards, which may include Progress Points, Loot, and Training Points.

If you want more information about the different encounter symbols and their corresponding rewards, check out the Gearloc Adventuring Reference Guide.

Remember, even peaceful outcomes may have certain requirements that need to be met. Make sure to read the card carefully.

Some choices you make will have rewards listed after the choice is made. But don’t worry, any rewards you earn for successfully completing either choice will be clearly indicated at the bottom of the card.

A battle is considered successful if at least one Gearloc is still standing after all the Baddies are defeated. If you meet this condition, place all surviving Gearlocs back on their Gearloc Mat Prep Area, along with their remaining HP. If any Gearlocs are knocked out during the battle, just place their Gearloc chips back on their Prep Area. At this point, you can move on to the Reward Phase and see what goodies await you.

When you have an unsuccessful Encounter, whether it’s a peaceful interaction or a battle, you won’t receive any rewards. Instead, you’ll have to move into the Recovery Phase right away. If it was a battle, you’ll need to clear the Battle Mat and place any knocked-out Gearlocs back on their Gearloc Mat Prep Area. Any Baddies that were undefeated should be placed face down at the bottom of their corresponding Active Stacks.

Once an Encounter is finished, you’ll usually discard it, unless it specifically says otherwise. However, if you earn a Progress Point reward, you’ll need to stack that card with the point showing underneath your Tyrant Card.

There are three different types of Encounters in TMB:

1. Special Encounters: These are only used during the game setup or when instructed by another Encounter.

2. Tyrant Encounters: These are added to the Encounter Deck based on the Tyrant you are facing.

Hey there! Let’s talk about Regular Encounters in the awesome game called Too Many Bones. They come in two sets: General and Solo Encounters. You can easily tell which set a card belongs to by looking at the bottom of the front side. If it says “Solo,” then it’s for when you’re adventuring with just one Gearloc. If it says “General,” then it’s for when you’re adventuring with two or more Gearlocs.

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Now, as you play the game and unlock Trove Loot, you get to keep track of the locks you’ve solved. How do you do that? Well, you connect the pipes on your Gearloc mat! It’s like a little puzzle game within the game. So, when you connect one pipe, it means you’ve solved one of the three locks. Keep connecting pipes as you solve more locks. And when you’ve solved all three locks, guess what? Success!! You get to flip it over and see what’s inside!

Loot

Getting some Loot is crucial if you want to have a chance at taking down a Tyrant. Along the way, you might even stumble upon Trove Loot if luck is on your side. Let me tell you a bit more about both:

You can only have up to 4 Loot & Trove Loot per Gearloc at a time. If you draw a 5th card or more, choose 4 to keep and discard the rest. When you use a Loot card that has multiple uses, turn the card to show that it has been used. Make sure to start with the highest number. Once you have fully used a Loot card, discard it. During battle, unless specified otherwise, you can only use Loot & Trove Loot on your turn. Keep Trove Loot with the “chest” side up until you successfully open it through Lockpicking Attempts. Trove Loot takes up a space in your loot inventory regardless of whether it is opened or not. Some Loot cards have a Heavy trait, which means they count as 3 Loot cards. And some have a Permanent trait, which means you don’t discard them after use.

I’ve got some excellent suggestions for you to improve your backup plan! Firstly, there are some backup plan extensions that you should consider. These extensions provide additional BP Skills that you can utilize during your turn. They are just like using your Backup Plan. Cool, right?

Now, let’s talk about lockpicking. It’s an important skill to have in your arsenal. With lockpicking, you’ll be able to open locked doors and chests. It’s like having a key that can unlock any lock! Plus, lockpicking is a handy skill that can come in handy in many situations. You never know when you’ll need to unlock a door or a treasure chest, so having this skill is definitely worth considering.

So, next time you’re choosing your backup plan, think about these suggestions. Adding backup plan extensions and including lockpicking as one of your skills can really elevate your gameplay. Plus, it’s always exciting to have more options and abilities at your disposal. Trust me, you won’t regret it!

If you’re into improving your gameplay and making the most out of your backup plan, then you’ll love these ideas. With these factors in mind, you’re sure to find the perfect backup plan for your needs. So, go ahead and give it a try. You won’t be disappointed!



Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you needed to unlock something? Maybe it was a mysterious box you stumbled upon, or a treasure chest filled with unknown wonders. Well, that’s where Lockpicking comes in handy!

Lockpicking is a skill that can be quite useful in various situations. For example, you might come across a random encounter that requires you to pick a lock to progress. Or perhaps you stumble upon a trove of loot, but it’s locked, and you’ll need your lockpicking skills to access the treasures within.

During the Lockpicking process, you will use a set of Lockpicking Dice. This set consists of four dice, one Intuition Die, and three Action Dice. Each die contributes to your chance of successfully picking the lock.

If you’re curious about how these dice work and want to learn more, I highly recommend checking out the Gearloc Adventuring Reference Guide. It provides a detailed explanation of how the dice mechanics work in Lockpicking, allowing you to become a master of this valuable skill.



In my adventures, I have learned that every Gearloc gets a chance to try their hand at lockpicking once a day. This opportunity comes during the Recovery Phase, when they stumble upon some treasure called Trove Loot. Now, when I attempt to pick the locks on this loot, I might only be able to solve the first or second lock. But don’t worry, because the locks that I do manage to open stay that way, giving me a head start on my next attempt.

But here’s an interesting twist: I can also use my lockpicking skills on someone else’s Trove Loot if I think it would be more helpful to them. That’s right, I can lend a hand to my fellow adventurers and crack open their loot instead of my own. It’s all about teamwork, after all.

Now, let’s talk about a game called Dangerous Darts. You’ll probably come across this game when you meet the Mohlnor, and it can be triggered by different events. It’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the rules of the game and how to play it. You can find all the details in the Gearloc Adventuring Reference Guide.

Lastly, we have the Day Counter, a little chip and card that come into play at the beginning of each day. Just remember to rotate the chip by one to keep track of the passing days.

So, as an adventurer, make the most out of your lockpicking attempts, help out your fellow travelers, and stay prepared for the twists and turns of Dangerous Darts.



No matter if I won or lost my last Encounter, I have to face and defeat the Tyrant before my Day Counter equals or surpasses the Tyrant’s.

Rolling the Dice



Hey there! Let me tell you about these cool dice I found. They’re not just any ordinary dice – they’re special dice that help you keep track of certain effects in a game. When something special is happening to a unit on the Battle Mat, you can place one of these dice on the Baddie or Gearloc Chip to show that the effect is active. Pretty neat, right? Oh, and by the way, these dice are only meant to go on Gearloc Chips – nowhere else!

Progress Points (Pts)

Now, let me introduce you to something called Progress Points. These points represent how much your party has advanced in the game. Every time you successfully complete an Encounter, you earn some points. You stack all the completed Encounters in a neat row, with their signs showing. This way, you can easily see how many points your party has accumulated so far. It’s a great way to keep track of your progress!



When I earn enough Progress Points to equal or exceed the shown on my Tyrant, I can choose to confront the Tyrant instead of drawing an Encounter during my next Encounter Phase.

Progress Points

A Party Training Point (PPT) is earned by successfully completing Encounters. Each party member gains a Training Point that can be used to attempt training for one of their Skills or Stats.

Training HP, Dex, or a Skill will always be successful. However, training in Attack or Defense requires a successful attempt to increase that stat. If I fail the attempt, I will have to use the Training Point to train in something else. The training process is explained in the Gearloc Mat section (pages 8-9) and the Gearloc Adventuring Reference Guide.



I don’t have the complete history of Dangerous Darts, but it seems like the Mohlnor people have really taken a liking to this game in recent years. They use it for all sorts of purposes—entertainment, trading, and even resolving conflicts. They always rig the game in their favor, though!

Even though most Gearlocs don’t really enjoy Dangerous Darts, there are some occasions when they play it for things like deciding who gets to be the leader of a party. In those cases, the younger Gearlocs always get to go first, and they choose their dice in secret.

The Phases of the Game

There are four different phases in the TMB game. You can find a reminder of these phases in the “Adventure Routine” section of the Gearloc Adventuring Reference Guide.



I’ll walk you through the steps of playing this game—let’s call it “The Adventure Game”—so you can get started right away! Here’s how it works:

1. New Day

Start each day by rotating the Day Counter by 1 (except on Day 1).

2. Encounter Phase

• Draw an Encounter card and read it to the party.
• Choose a path and try to successfully complete it.
• If you succeed, move on to the Reward Phase.
• If you fail, skip the Reward Phase and go straight to the Recovery Phase.

3. Reward Phase

• Collect the rewards for completing the Encounter and any additional rewards.
• If you get Loot or Trove Loot as rewards, claim them now.
• If you earn Training Point(s), use them right away.
• If you earn Progress Point(s), record your progress immediately.

4. Recovery Phase

This simple four-step process will guide you through each day of gameplay in The Adventure Game. Follow these steps to progress through the game and enjoy your adventure! It’s all about making choices, facing challenges, and reaping rewards. Have fun and let the journey begin!



Hey there! Let’s talk about trading loot with your party. I know, it’s super exciting! You can trade any loot you want, in any amount, with anyone in your party. It’s like a treasure hunt, and you get to share the spoils!

And guess what? You can even try your hand at lockpicking. It’s like being a master thief! You can attempt to pick the lock on your own trove loot, or you can give it a shot on someone else’s. The choice is yours!

But wait, there’s more! Each gearloc (that’s you!) gets to choose one individual option. It’s like having your own special power. How cool is that? You can really personalize your game and make it unique.

• Rest up and recover: Get all your health back.
• Look for better treasure: Get rid of one piece of treasure. Roll 6 dice for each treasure you find. You can keep one of them.
• Explore the area: Roll a six-sided die. On a 1-3: Reveal a weak enemy; on a 4-5: Reveal a medium-level enemy; on a 6: Reveal a strong enemy. When you reveal an enemy, you can choose to leave it on top of the stack or put it on the bottom. There’s no limit to how many enemies you can reveal per stack.

This is the end of your day! Start again at: New Day.