# Basari: Das Kartenspiel

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2014
- **BGG Rating**: 6.5
- **BGG Rank**: #7271
- **Players**: 3-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 1.88 / 5
- **Designers**: Reinhard Staupe
- **Artists**: Stefan Theurer
- **Publishers**: Nürnberger-Spielkarten-Verlag, Swan Panasia Co., Ltd., White Goblin Games
- **Categories**: Arabian, Bluffing, Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Auction / Bidding, Set Collection, Simultaneous Action Selection

## Verdict
Perfect for those who love direct interaction and psychology, featuring a very dynamic auction system.Fast and tense negotiationsConstant player interactionSimple rules, tactical depthCharming gemstone componentsCan be frustrating if too many tieHeavily dependent on group dynamicsRECOMMENDED

## Description
Imagine yourself in a bustling bazaar where negotiation is the heart of every deal. In Basari: Das Kartenspiel, that's exactly where you are! This game is a battle of wits and psychology where choosing your action is just as critical as your ability to haggle. Each round, every player is dealt a card offering three potential rewards: gemstones, victory points, or workers. The twist? Everyone chooses their desired action simultaneously. If you're the only one wanting a specific action, it's yours! But what happens if someone else wants the same thing? That's when the real fun begins: you enter a frantic gemstone auction. The player who offers the most valuable gem wins the action, while the other player keeps the offered gem. It's a game of 'who blinks first' and 'who can outsmart whom.' However, be careful: if three or more players choose the same action, the clash is so chaotic that the action is forfeited and no one gets anything. The round ends once a player reaches 15 workers, triggering the scoring phase. Players with the most gems of each color earn bonus points but must return some stones to the bank. After three rounds, the player with the highest total score is crowned the master of the bazaar. It's a fast, tense experience packed with player interaction, perfect for those who love reading their opponents' minds and knowing exactly when to bluff or pay a premium for a strategic advantage.

## FAQ
### Is the game complex to learn?
Not at all! The basic rules are quite simple, but the depth comes from player interaction and deciding if an action is worth the cost.

### How long does a game last?
It's very quick, taking about 30 minutes, making it a great 'filler' between longer games.

### How many people can play?
The game supports 3 to 5 players. With more people, the disputes and ties become more frequent and exciting.

### Do I need any special skills?
If you enjoy bluffing and reading people, you're already halfway there. It's more about psychology than math.

### Is there any language dependency?
No, there is no language dependency, making it accessible to everyone.