# 1822CA

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2018
- **BGG Rating**: 8.0
- **BGG Rank**: #6631
- **Players**: 3-7 (Best with: 5)
- **Duration**: 360-540 min
- **Weight**: 4.36 / 5
- **Designers**: Robert Lecuyer, Simon Cutforth
- **Publishers**: All-Aboard Games
- **Categories**: Economic, Trains, Transportation
- **Mechanics**: Auction / Bidding, Network and Route Building, Stock Holding, Tile Placement

## Verdict
If you're a fan of heavy economic games and love the complexity of the 18xx series, 1822CA is a feast! It takes the 1822 system and throws it into Canada, with a huge map and tons of companies to manage. The experience is that of a stock market and railway simulator, where every financial and operational decision matters, rewarding those who plan long-term and master the art of market manipulation. It's a significant challenge, but very rewarding for those seeking total immersion.Deep economic simulationDynamic stock marketStrategic route buildingHigh replayabilityThematic immersionVery long playtimeSteep learning curveNot for beginnersHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready for an epic railway journey across Canada with 1822CA, an acclaimed 18xx series game that re-implements and expands the 1822 system. Here, you'll traverse the country from coast to coast on a board 33% larger than the original, packed with investment opportunities. With 30 private and 30 minor companies to contend for, plus 10 public companies – including the iconic Canadian Pacific Railway, which starts with a presence on both ends of the map – complexity and strategic depth are guaranteed.

The game unfolds in an addictive alternation of stock rounds and operating rounds. Initially, one operating round follows each stock round, but the dynamic shifts when the first level 2 train is purchased, increasing to two operating rounds. In the game's climax, you'll have three consecutive operating rounds. In stock rounds, you act as a shrewd investor, buying and selling shares to become a company director and shape their destinies. In operating rounds, as a director, you take the reins: deciding where to build tracks, place stations, which trains to operate on which routes, and whether to pay dividends or retain profits to invest in more powerful trains.

The game's end can be triggered by a few key conditions: if the first stock round ends with no sales, if a company's market value reaches the game-end limit, or if the bank runs out of money. Each player's final wealth is calculated by the value of their stocks (at current prices) plus cash on hand, with open concession certificates counting at face value. Private company certificates and company assets, however, do not factor into this calculation. The wealthiest player claims victory!

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime for 1822CA?
Prepare for a marathon! A game of 1822CA can last from 6 to 9 hours, depending on the number of players and the group's experience. It's a game to dedicate an entire day to.

### How many players can participate?
1822CA is designed for 3 to 7 players. With more people, the interaction in the stock market and the competition for routes become even more intense.

### Is it a complex game? Is it suitable for board game beginners?
Yes, it's quite complex! With a BGG weight of 4.36/5, 1822CA is a game for those who already have experience with strategic board games, especially those in the 18xx series. It is not recommended for beginners.

### What are the main components of the game?
You'll find a massive board representing Canada, dozens of track tiles, station tokens, share certificates for various companies (private, minor, and public), money, and markers for the stock market.

### What makes 1822CA different from other 18xx series games?
It stands out for its vast map covering Canada from coast to coast, the large number of companies (30 private and 30 minor), and the re-implementation of the 1822 system, which is already known for its depth and complexity. The Canadian Pacific Railway, starting on both sides of the board, also adds a unique dynamic.

### What is the ultimate goal of the game?
The goal is to be the wealthiest player at the end of the game. Your wealth is calculated by summing the value of your shares (at market prices) and your cash on hand. Smart management of your companies and investments is crucial for victory.