# Above and Below: Groves

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 60-120 min
- **Weight**: 2.80 / 5
- **Designers**: Ryan Laukat
- **Artists**: Ryan Laukat
- **Publishers**: Lavka Games, Red Raven Games
- **Categories**: Expansion for Base-game

## Verdict
Fans of Above and Below will love this expansion that adds more strategic options and visible rewards.Adds depth to choicesVisible rewards before exploringVillage bonuses at the endCannot rearrange cards laterOnly one reward per explorationRECOMMENDED

## Description
Above and Below: Groves is a compact expansion that adds a new card deck to the base game. Scattered across the hills near your village, ancient trees hide valuable treasures. In this expansion, players can choose to explore these groves instead of the traditional caves. The big difference? Here you can see the possible rewards before venturing! When you claim a grove card, you roll dice to determine how many lanterns you have and choose the reward you can afford with them. Additionally, grove cards are added to your village, giving bonus points at the end of the game if adjacent to buildings with matching symbols. But beware: once placed, cards cannot be rearranged, so plan your village carefully!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, this is an expansion and requires the base game Above and Below.

### How many players can play?
2 to 4 players, just like the base game.

### How long does a game last?
Between 60 and 120 minutes, depending on the number of players.

### What's the main difference from the base game?
The option to explore groves with visible rewards, instead of caves with stories.

### Can I mix grove and cave cards?
No, the decks are separate and you choose which to explore each turn.