Playing Solo: March of the Ants

Introduction

So, you want to play March of the Ants by yourself? No problem, I’ve got you covered! In this guide, I will walk you through the solo rules for this game, so you can have a great time playing it on your own!

Setup

First things first, let’s set up the game. Make sure you have all the components handy. Shuffle the player deck and deal yourself four cards. Place the five neutral ant tiles face up and put the remaining tiles back in the box. Now, you’re ready to start!

Gameplay

Playing solo is just like playing with a group of friends, except… you’re playing alone! On your turn, follow these steps:

1. Draw a card from the player deck.

2. Take two actions. You can choose from the following actions:

– Play a card from your hand and follow its instructions.

– Recruit an ant using food resources.

– Explore a new tile on the board.

– Move your ants to different tiles.

– Battle other ants.

– Build a new chamber in your nest.

3. After you’ve taken your two actions, end your turn by discarding any unwanted cards and drawing back up to four cards.

4. The game continues with you taking turns and exploring the vast world of March of the Ants.

Winning the Game

In order to win the game, you’ll need to earn points. You can earn points by accomplishing various goals, such as completing missions, battling other ants, or exploring certain tiles. Keep track of your points using a notepad or a score tracker. The player with the most points at the end of the game wins!

Conclusion

Playing March of the Ants solo is a fun and challenging experience. By following these rules, you’ll be able to enjoy the game even when you’re playing on your own. So, gather your cards, set up the board, and get ready for an exciting solo adventure in the world of ants!

Hey there! Rise of the Centipedes is an awesome game that lets you join the ants in an epic battle against an invading Centipede Horde. These centipedes are causing chaos in the Meadow, and it’s up to you and your ant buddies to defend The Great Tunnel.

The game follows the standard rules of March of the Ants, but with some cool changes and additions. On the other side of the fifth player Nest Mat, you’ll find the Centipede Mat, which outlines the special rules for this expansion.

To set up the game, you need to remove all the cards marked with a centipede icon from the deck. Give them a shuffle and place them next to the Centipede Mat to form the Centipede Deck. The remaining cards go next to the play area, forming the player deck.

Centipede Actions

How do centipedes decide what to do next? It’s all about the cards! Every time it’s the Worker Phase, a card is revealed from the Centipede Deck and placed on the Centipede Mat. The type of card determines what action the centipedes will take.

Invade

If it’s an Evolution Card, a new centipede will join the Meadow. But where will it go? Well, it will go to the highest numbered hex that doesn’t already have a centipede in it. But what if all the hexes are full? Then the centipede will be placed directly into The Great Tunnel.

Advance

Here’s how the Event Card works: The centipede that’s on the hex with the lowest number moves a certain number of jumps indicated on the card. Every time it jumps, it goes to the next available hex with a lower number. If there are no hexes with lower numbers, the centipede goes into The Great Tunnel.

Whenever a centipede enters The Great Tunnel, the Centipede Horde gets colony points equal to the number of players.

Rampage

Here’s the goal: A Centipede Battle happens in every hex that ants live in and where there’s a centipede token.

During Centipede Rampage, each centipede gets +1 Army Strength.

Advance Centipede Sentry

When I, as a centipede, encounter an Event card but there are no other centipedes to move, here’s what happens: I take matters into my own hands and explore a hex.

First, I reveal a hex card and choose a spot in the Meadow where I want to place it. Once the hex is in place, I proudly put a centipede token on top of it – a symbol of my conquering presence.

But wait, there’s more! If the hex I landed on happens to have a centipede icon, the excitement continues. I reveal another centipede card and follow its instructions. The fun just keeps on coming!

A Call to Battle

When I take a March action, I have the option to engage in a centipede battle within a single hex.

Strength of the Centipede Army

To determine the Army Strength, centipedes draw cards from the Centipede deck.

Once centipedes enter The Great Tunnel, they remain there and earn points for the horde during each Slumber phase. There is no limit to the number of centipedes that can be in The Great Tunnel. However, centipedes in The Great Tunnel cannot be engaged in battle.

The Game’s Conclusion

At the end of the game, if the total colony points of the Centipede Horde surpass the points of any individual player, the Centipede Horde emerges victorious, resulting in a loss for all players.

Scoring for Centipedes

• During each Slumber phase, the Centipede Horde earns for each centipede present in the Meadow, including both hexes and The Great Tunnel.

I love a good game of March of the Ants. It’s exciting to lead my centipede army into battle and watch them conquer the enemy. But before we dive into the game, let me explain a few important things.

First off, the Centipede Horde is a powerful force. Every time a centipede wins a battle, the Horde gains strength. It’s like they feed off the victory and grow stronger. And they don’t stop there. Each time a centipede enters The Great Tunnel, the Horde gains even more power. It’s like they’re getting a boost from their surroundings.

To keep track of the Horde’s score, you’ll need to use an unused Player Marker on the Score Track. This will show just how formidable your army has become. But remember, there are no end game points for having lots of food, larvae, or cards in hand. It’s all about the battles and the strategic moves you make.

Now, if you’re feeling brave, you can play with the reverse side of The Great Tunnel. This will add an extra layer of challenge to the game. It’s like flipping the board and entering a whole new world. Are you up for it?

To start the game, we’ll randomly select a starting hex. This hex will have three ants, three larvae in your Larvae Chamber, two food, and four cards. This will give you a good foundation to build your army and start your journey to victory.

So, are you ready to embark on this epic ant adventure? Gather your troops and let’s dive in. Remember, the Centipede Horde is waiting for your command. It’s time to lead them to victory!

Once I finish my turn, the Centipede uncovers a card called the Centipede and that’s when the Worker Phase comes to an end.

Levels of Difficulty

• Easy: You have three extra larvae in your Larvae Chamber when you start the game.
• Hard: You begin the game with only two cards in your hand.