The Fascinating World of Animals

Welcome! Did you know that there are twelve different animal species that you may encounter during your lifetime? It’s pretty incredible. Let’s take a closer look at each one.

Lions

First up are lions, also called the “kings of the jungle”. These majestic creatures are known for their beautiful manes and powerful roars. Can you imagine hearing a lion’s roar up close? It would be both exhilarating and terrifying!

Tigers

Next, we have tigers. These magnificent cats are often found in Asia. Their striking orange fur with black stripes makes them easily recognizable. Tigers are excellent hunters and can sprint up to 40 miles per hour. That’s faster than most cars!

Bears

Another fascinating animal is the bear. There are different types of bears, such as grizzly bears and polar bears. These furry creatures are incredibly strong and have a keen sense of smell. Bears are also excellent swimmers and climbers. Just be sure to give them their space if you ever come across one!

Elephants

Elephants are the largest land animals on Earth. These gentle giants have long trunks and big, floppy ears. Did you know that elephants are highly intelligent and have strong family bonds? They communicate with each other using low-frequency rumbles that humans can’t even hear.

Giraffes

Giraffes have long necks and beautiful spotted coats. They are the tallest animals in the world, reaching heights of up to 18 feet. Can you imagine seeing a giraffe up close? It would be like looking at a real-life skyscraper!

Monkeys

Monkeys are playful and mischievous creatures. They swing from trees and use their long tails to help them balance. Monkeys are incredibly agile and can move swiftly through the forest. Just be careful, they might try to steal your snacks!

Penguins

Who doesn’t love penguins? These adorable birds are excellent swimmers and spend most of their lives in the water. Penguins have a sleek, waterproof coat that keeps them warm in icy temperatures. They also waddle on land, which adds to their charm.

Wolves

Wolves are highly social animals that live and hunt in packs. They have a strong sense of loyalty to their pack members. Wolves are skilled hunters and work together to take down their prey. Their haunting howls can be heard from miles away.

Sharks

Sharks are fascinating creatures of the sea. They have a reputation as fierce predators, but there’s more to them than meets the eye. Sharks play a vital role in maintaining the balance of ocean ecosystems. They come in various shapes and sizes, and some of them can even walk on their fins!

Dolphins

Dolphins are highly intelligent and incredibly playful. They are known for their acrobatic jumps and flips out of the water. Dolphins communicate with each other using a series of clicks and whistles. Swimming with dolphins is an unforgettable experience!

Butterflies

Butterflies are delicate and colorful insects that bring joy wherever they go. They go through a remarkable transformation called metamorphosis, changing from caterpillars to beautiful butterflies. These graceful creatures flutter from flower to flower, spreading pollen and helping with plant reproduction.

Owls

Owls are nocturnal birds of prey known for their keen eyesight and silent flight. They have the ability to rotate their heads almost all the way around. Owls are associated with wisdom and are often found in ancient folklore and mythology.

So there you have it – the twelve animal species that make our world so fascinating. Each one has its own unique characteristics and plays a special role in our ecosystem. Next time you encounter one of these animals, take a moment to appreciate the wonders of nature.

Alright, let’s dive into the fascinating world of Animal Species and their unique abilities!

If you want to explore all the details and values of each Species, you can refer to the Overview Sheet. It provides a comprehensive list of information that will help you understand their strengths and attributes.

Now, here’s a cool tip: By cutting the Overview Sheets along the dotted lines, you can create six individual Cards. These Cards will come in handy when you want to have all six Animal Species right in front of you on the table.

Remember, when it’s your turn and you play Cards of the same Animal Species, you can only move one Animal Disc belonging to that Species. Keep that in mind as you strategize your moves!

1. Light Brown – The Donkeys (3 Discs)

Hey there! Have you heard about the light brown donkeys? They’re quite interesting creatures. These donkeys are known for their stubbornness and shyness. They never venture near the river, preferring to stick to their own part of the land. You’ll find them roaming around resorts, forests, hills, and plains, but they never cross the river!

“No way, Ronald! Those donkeys won’t budge an inch across that bridge!”

2. The Rabbits (3 Discs) – Purple

Hey there! I’m excited to tell you about the amazing Rabbits (3 Discs) – Purple. These little critters are known for their lightning-fast speed on the wide-open plains.

When you play the Rabbit card, something magical happens. It’s like giving your game a turbo boost! You get an extra 2 movement points added to your total score. How cool is that?

But here’s the catch – the Rabbit can only move through plains. So if you’re looking to dash through forests or mountains, this little guy may not be the best choice. But if speed is what you’re after, the Rabbit is your new best friend!

Welcome to the Wonderful World of Unicorns

Hey there! Have you heard about the marvelous creature known as the Unicorn? It’s a fascinating creature that loves to show off its unique charm and beauty. Unlike other creatures that hide themselves in the forest, the Unicorn always wants to be seen. It prides itself on its distinctiveness and avoids running long distances, preferring a more leisurely pace.

Picture this: the Unicorn gracefully moves through enchanting resorts, majestic hills, vast plains, and towering mountains. It’s a sight to behold as it gracefully crosses bridges, effortlessly traversing rivers.

If you’re lucky enough to encounter a Unicorn, you have the opportunity to interact with it using special Cards. These Cards allow you to influence the Unicorn’s movement and guide it on its journey through this magical land. Just remember, you can only play one Card per turn to direct the Unicorn’s path.

4. The Human (1 Disc) – Rose

When it comes to a relaxing vacation, I prefer staying at resorts. I believe in the motto: “You can experience nature on the go.”

Whenever I have 3 movement points, I can effortlessly move from one resort to another without any stops in between. It’s like going on a continuous journey.

Yes, Ronald, even if the yellow path is not present on the bridges, I can still run across them to reach the next resort. Nothing can stop me!

If you need a lift, you can join me either while I’m at a resort or right next to it. And don’t worry, I’ll drop you off at the resort or close by, so you can enjoy the same experience as me.

Example: I am the yellow Sloth, and I score 6 points for the Human.

For just 3 points, you can move me along the path to the first resort, and then use the remaining 3 points to get me to the second resort. On the second path, pick me up! I’m the Sloth, labeled 3.

Once you reach the resort, drop me onto the tree space. That’s where I’ll find my next Leaf, number 4.

The Crocodiles: Masters of the River

Hi there! You won’t believe what I just discovered about The Crocodiles. They are pretty amazing creatures! Not only can they swim like champions, but they can also move gracefully on the riverbanks.

When you play one of your Cards for The Crocodile, you’ll get an extra movement point added to your total score. Isn’t that cool?

But here’s the really fascinating part. The Crocodile can navigate through the river and the riverbanks with ease. It can move from one to the other, as long as those spaces are resorts, forests, or plains. It’s like they have their own special superpower!

Oh, and get this. The Crocodile doesn’t even have to worry about those pesky bridge restrictions. It can enter and leave the bridges without any trouble at all. Talk about freedom of movement!

Now, there is one thing The Crocodile can’t do. It can’t cross those hinterland borders. You know, the ones that aren’t right next to the river spaces. But hey, even the most incredible animals have their limitations.

So, now that you know all about The Crocodiles and their river adventures, I bet you can’t wait to see what else this game has in store for you. Trust me, you’re in for a wild ride!

So here’s what you need to know about the importance of choosing the right hairstyle for you.

Firstly, hair is a powerful way to express yourself. It can say a lot about who you are, your personality, and your individual style. It’s like wearing your heart on your head!

But figuring out the perfect hairstyle can be overwhelming. With so many options out there, it’s easy to get lost in a sea of styles. How do you find the one that’s just right for you?

Well, here are a few things to consider: your face shape, your hair texture, and your lifestyle. These factors can help narrow down your choices and make the decision-making process a little easier.

So let’s start with face shape. Different hairstyles can complement different face shapes, so it’s important to know which one you have. For example, if you have a round face, you might want to avoid hairstyles that add width to your face, like bobs or blunt bangs. Instead, opt for longer layers or side-swept bangs to elongate your face. It’s all about finding that balance!

Next, consider your hair texture. Do you have thick, curly hair or fine, straight hair? Certain hairstyles work better with specific textures. For instance, if you have curly hair, a short pixie cut might not be the best choice, as it could potentially shrink your curls. On the other hand, if you have fine hair, a long, layered hairstyle can add volume and movement. So take some time to understand your hair texture and what styles work best with it.

Lastly, think about your lifestyle. Are you someone who likes to spend a lot of time styling your hair, or do you prefer a low-maintenance look? If you’re a busy bee, a hairstyle that requires little upkeep might be your best bet. On the other hand, if you enjoy experimenting with different looks and have the time to dedicate to styling, a more intricate hairstyle could be a great fit. It’s all about finding a style that fits seamlessly into your everyday life.

Remember, choosing the right hairstyle is a personal decision. It’s about finding a style that makes you feel confident, comfortable, and like the best version of yourself. So take your time, do your research, and don’t be afraid to try something new. With these factors in mind, you’ll be well on your way to finding the perfect hairstyle for you. Good luck!

6. The Dolphin (1 Disc) – Blue

The Dolphin is such an incredible creature. It’s the speediest animal around here, zooming through the water in the river. It’s a shame, though, that it can’t venture beyond the river’s boundary.

Unlike other animals, the Dolphin can effortlessly glide through the river, going under bridges without any hassle. It’s really a magnificent sight to see!

Now, there’s one thing to keep in mind. Since all the tree spaces are on land, you won’t be able to grab a Leaf while you’re hitching a ride on the Dolphin. You have to make a pit-stop if you want to collect one. But that’s okay, because it’s definitely worth the extra effort to witness the Dolphin’s breathtaking agility.

7. The Elephants (2 Discs) – Gray

Hey there! Let’s talk about the Elephants, those magnificent creatures. They’re huge, and you know what? They can effortlessly stroll through rivers. With their powerful trunks, they can even give you a little boost.

Now, when it comes to playing Cards for the Elephant, no matter how many you play, subtract just one movement point from your total score.

Here’s something fascinating: the Elephant is able to move through plains and the river, completely ignoring any restrictions on entering or leaving bridges. Pretty cool, right?

But wait, there’s more! After the Elephant finishes its movement, it can throw you through the air for up to three spaces using its trunk. That’s right, you’ll be soaring through the distance. Just to be clear, the Elephant can drop you anywhere between its own space and up to three spaces away. It can’t throw you across mountains, but it can definitely give you a wild curve ball.

If you fly through the sky, you won’t be able to gather any Leaves! Leaves can only be collected when you’re on the ground. So, if you happen to land on a tree space, that’s when you can snatch up a Leaf.

For example: The yellow Sloth gives the Elephant 3 points (subtracting 1 for a total of 2 movement points).

The Elephant picks up the Sloth and moves it 2 spaces through the river, ignoring the restrictions of the bridge.

When it reaches its destination, the Elephant throws the Sloth 2 spaces to the tree space, allowing the happy Sloth to collect the Leaf.

If the Elephant had thrown the Sloth 3 spaces, it would have missed the Leaf, flying over the tree space instead.

8. The Giraffes (2 Discs) – Yellow

I gotta tell you, the Giraffe is a pretty amazing creature. You know why? Because of its long neck, it gets to enjoy some serious perks that other animals can only dream of.

Now, picture this: the Giraffe strolling through the vast plains, gracefully moving along the river. See what’s happening here? It never has to worry about those pesky bridges and their silly restrictions. The Giraffe just breezes right through, like it’s no big deal.

And here’s where it gets really interesting. That long neck of the Giraffe? It’s not just for show. Nope. It’s actually got a nifty little trick up its sleeve. The Giraffe can pick you up and carry you for up to 2 spaces away. Seriously, how cool is that? Oh, and just to be clear, it can do this from its own space or anywhere within 2 spaces. It’s like your own personal Uber, but in the animal kingdom.

Now, there’s a catch. The Giraffe can’t pick you up and drop you across mountains. Sorry, no teleportation through those rocky giants. But, here’s the cool part – the Giraffe can curve its neck! So, it can still work its magic and give you a lift even if there’s a mountain in the way.

But, wait. There’s one more thing you gotta know. If the Giraffe happens to lift you across a tree space, well, you’re out of luck. You won’t be able to collect your precious Leaf. Hey, life’s not perfect, right?

Example: The Giraffe can pick up the yellow Sloth across the river 1 by curving its neck 2. However, it cannot pick up the purple Sloth, which is also 2 spaces away, because it cannot reach across the mountains 3.

9. The Eagle (1 Disc) – Light Blue

Hey there! The Eagle is like a taxi, but cooler! It swoops down, picks you up, and takes you anywhere you want to go – no matter how far.

Unlike other animals that trudge along on the ground, the Eagle soars through the sky when it moves. And when it’s not in motion, it perches on resorts, forests, hills, plains, mountains, and bridges – pretty much anywhere!

The Eagle can glide over any type of terrain!

To summon the Eagle, you need to use at least 6 movement points. Once it’s summoned, regardless of where its Disc is located, you can move the Eagle to your space or a space next to you, even if there’s another animal there. And just like that, the Eagle picks you up!

Now, brace yourself because here comes the exciting part. While carrying you, the Eagle can speed through the sky for up to 6 spaces before landing on an empty space, free of any other animals. Then, it gently drops you off on its space or a nearby spot. How awesome is that?

When I fly above the trees, I can’t grab my Leaf! I can only grab it when I’m on the ground. So, if the Eagle snatches me while I’m up in the trees, or if it lands on a tree, or even if it drops me off on a nearby tree, that’s when I can grab my Leaf.

Example: Once upon a time, the adventurous Eagle decided to play a game with the purple Sloth. The goal was simple – the Eagle had to pick up the Sloth and fly it to different tree spaces to collect leaves. Every time the Sloth collected a leaf, the Eagle would fly it to the next tree space. The number of spaces the Eagle flew depended on the points the Sloth earned. The more points the Sloth scored, the farther the Eagle would fly it. The game board was filled with excitement and possibilities!

10. The Mountain Goats (2 Discs) – Ivory

The Mountain Goats are expert climbers, so they navigate through the mountains with ease.

These incredible creatures traverse resorts, forests, hills, plains, and mountains, even crossing bridges to cross rivers! When it comes to moving through the mountains specifically, the Mountain Goat does it effortlessly. It requires no movement points to enter or move through mountains.

However, once the Mountain Goat has used up all of its movement points, it can no longer enter an adjacent mountain. So be careful not to exhaust your points if you want to keep traversing the mountains.

“Hey, Ronald! Don’t forget that while entering the mountain doesn’t require a movement point, if you use up all your points, the Mountain Goat will have to stop its journey.”

Imagine this: I’m a Mountain Goat, and I’m about to embark on an exhilarating journey. First, I make a graceful move, leaping from my current position to the nearby hill. This requires just a single point of energy 1. Ah, feeling confident, I enter the majestic mountain area, navigating my way to the rightmost space. Surprisingly, this move doesn’t cost me any energy at all 2. As I traverse this untamed terrain, my spirit soars, and I’m energized by the sheer beauty of nature. Finally, I spot the adjacent forest and decide to explore its lush depths. But, before I can immerse myself in its greenery, I must expend one last point of energy to make my way there 3.

11. The Ants (10 Discs) – Dark Red

Hey there! Let me tell you about the fascinating world of The Ants. These incredible creatures work together in perfect harmony, just like a well-oiled machine. They have a unique way of getting things done that you won’t find anywhere else.

So, what do they do, you ask? Well, first of all, they form chains. Yep, you heard that right! These little superheroes link themselves together to create an unbreakable chain. It’s like they’re saying, “Hey, we’re in this together!” Pretty cool, huh?

But that’s not all. They also have another trick up their sleeves. The Ants can carry you around. Imagine that! These tiny creatures can lift you up and transport you from one place to another. It’s like having your very own miniature chauffeur.

When it comes to teamwork and collaboration, The Ants take it to a whole new level. They show us the power of working together and supporting one another. It’s truly remarkable to see how they accomplish so much by working as a team.

If you’re looking for a unique and captivating addition to your collection, The Ants are the perfect choice. Their dark red color adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to any room. Trust me, if you like what you see, then you’ll absolutely love The Ants.

So, whether you’re an insect enthusiast or just someone who appreciates the wonders of nature, The Ants will definitely leave you in awe. Get ready to be amazed by these incredible creatures and the magic they bring to your home.

First, I move the Ants: Unlike most other Animals, I can move my Ants without them carrying me.

My Ants can traverse resorts, forests, hills, and plains. They even have the capability to cross bridges over rivers!

I have the freedom to move any number of Ants that I choose, space by space, using only 1 movement point per Ant.

Second, the Ants carry me: After I finish moving, I have the option to enlist the help of a chain of Ants to carry me to a space next to them or onto one of their spaces.

If I have multiple points to spend and there are several ants or chains of ants in close proximity to each other, I can take advantage of their assistance. Each chain of Ants will pick me up one by one. However, I can only be carried by each Ant once during my turn.

Example: I’m the green Sloth and I’m playing 5 points against the Ants. Let’s see how the game goes. Okay, for the first 2 points, two Ants will each move 1 space. They’re really quick! One Ant goes to space 1 and the other goes to space 2. Wow, those Ants sure are fast!

Now, let’s move on to the next point. The Sloth is in for a treat! The two chains in the game will each move the Sloth to a different space on the tree. The chains are like magical elevators for the Sloth. The first chain takes the Sloth to space 3, and the second chain takes it to space 4. It’s like riding a roller coaster but without any loops!

We’re almost done with the game. We have 1 point left. And guess what? The Ant gets to carry the Sloth this time! How cool is that? The Ant carries the Sloth all the way down to space 5, which is a hill. I’m sure the Sloth is enjoying the ride!

So that’s how the game goes. I hope you enjoyed the journey as much as I did. It’s always fun to play against the Ants. They’re really fast and helpful too. Thanks for playing with me!”

12. The Orangutans – Brown (6 Discs)

Did you know that orangutans have these really incredible arms? They’re long and strong! And get this – when they’re sitting in just the right spot, those arms can actually throw you quite a distance. Like, whoosh! It’s pretty amazing.

First, let’s talk about moving the orangutans: Unlike other animals, you have the ability to move orangutans without them carrying you.

Orangutans are able to move through forests and hills.

For only 1 movement point each, you can choose to move any number of orangutans space by space.

Now, let’s move on to the orangutans throwing you: After you’ve moved, an orangutan can pick you up and throw you up to 3 spaces, which means you’ll be flying through the air.

Just to be clear, when an orangutan throws you, it can drop you anywhere between its own space and up to 3 spaces away! However, it’s important to note that the orangutan can’t throw you across mountains. But don’t worry, it can definitely throw you like a curveball!

There is one more thing you need to remember. If you happen to fly across a tree space, you won’t be able to collect a leaf. Leaves can only be collected when you’re on the ground. So if you’re dropped on a tree space, that’s your chance to grab a leaf!

Example: There’s a purple Sloth that earns 6 points for the Orangutans. For just 1 point, an Orangutan can move 1 space.

Then, for 2 points, it can grab the Sloth and toss it 3 spaces next to the other Orangutan.

With another 2 points, that Orangutan can pick up the Sloth and throw it onto the tree space.

There, the content Sloth can gather its Leaf.

Now that the movement is over, the Sloth can’t use its 6th movement point.