# Camel Up: Supercup

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2015
- **BGG Rating**: 7.3
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-10 (Best with: 6)
- **Duration**: 30-45 min
- **Weight**: 1.72 / 5
- **Designers**: Steffen Bogen
- **Artists**: Dennis Lohausen
- **Publishers**: eggertspiele, Pegasus Spiele, 999 Games, Albi, Ediciones MasQueOca, Filosofia Éditions, Hobby Japan, Lucrum Games, Piatnik, Swan Panasia Co., Ltd., uplay.it edizioni, Z-Man Games
- **Categories**: Animals, Dice, Expansion for Base-game, Racing
- **Mechanics**: Betting and Bluffing, Dice Rolling, Roll / Spin and Move

## Verdict
If you love camel races with betting and a dash of strategy, this expansion will get you pumped.More action per roundDouble camel movementPosition betting optionsBetting partnershipsNot compatible with 2nd editionRequires base gameHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Camel Up: Supercup is the ultimate expansion for anyone who’s enjoyed the classic Camel Up. It brings four modules that plug into the base game, each adding a layer of excitement and strategy. Module 1 extends the race track and introduces a support die that lets camels move twice per round, making the flow of play more unpredictable and fast‑paced. Module 2 brings the character ‘The Photographer’, rewarding players who correctly predict the movement of camel stacks, adding a forecasting element and a ‘who will win next’ twist. Module 3 expands betting options, allowing players to bet on final positions rather than just the winner, which offers more flexibility and profit chances. Finally, Module 4 introduces partnership betting, where groups of players can openly collaborate in games with six or more participants, creating alliance and rivalry dynamics. All modules require the first‑edition base game; they’re not compatible with the second edition. The expansion supports 2 to 10 players, lasts between 30 and 45 minutes, and keeps the typical simplicity of Camel Up while adding more tactical options. If you enjoy camel races, betting, and a touch of bluffing, Camel Up: Supercup is an addition that will make the games even more fun and unpredictable. Each module comes with its own pieces: additional race tracks, support dice, betting chips, photographer cards, and partnership tokens. The game continues with the classic mechanic of rolling camel dice, moving position tokens, and betting on who will cross the finish line first. The expansion doesn’t change the core rules, it merely expands betting possibilities and movement dynamics, keeping the game’s pace lively and group‑friendly. Moreover, the presence of the photographer introduces a surprise element: you can earn extra chips by correctly predicting camel positions in a round, encouraging attention to movement patterns. Partnership betting lets friends team up, creating temporary alliances that can shift the race’s outcome. This makes each game unique, as strategies vary depending on who’s betting and who’s trying to bluff others.

## How to Play
Objective of the Game  
In Camel Up: Supercup, players take on the role of spectators betting on the craziest camel race of all time. The goal is to make the most profitable bets by predicting the movement of camels and leveraging new opportunities introduced by the expansion. The player with the most Egyptian Pounds at the end of the game wins.  

Preparation (Setup)  
To set up the game:  
  
  Set up the base game of Camel Up as usual.  
  Choose which of the 4 modules you want to include in the game. Each module introduces new components and rules.  
  For Module 1: Extend the Race track by attaching the Game board extension, place the Pedestal and Supporting dice, and add the additional Pyramid and Leg Betting tiles.  
  For Module 2: Place the Photographer tile and assemble the Camera.  
  For Module 3: Place the Position Betting tiles and additional Leg Betting tiles.  
  For Module 4: Distribute Betting Partnership cards to each player.  
  
Consult the manual for details on this section.  

Flow of the Game  
The game is played in turns, with each player performing one action per turn. The race is divided into Legs, which end when all dice from the Pyramid have been revealed. At the end of each Leg, players score their bets. The game continues until the final Leg is completed, and the player with the most Egyptian Pounds wins.  

Actions and How to Play  
On your turn, you must perform one of the following actions:  
  
  Take a Leg Betting tile: Bet on a camel to win the current Leg.  
  Place your Desert tile: Influence camel movement by placing a Desert tile on the Race track.  
  Take a Pyramid tile: Reveal a die from the Pyramid and move the corresponding camel.  
  Bet on the overall winner or loser: Place a Race Betting card face down on the appropriate Betting space.  
  Become the Photographer (Module 2): Place the Camera next to a Race track space to earn coins if camels land there.  
  Take a Position Betting tile (Module 3): Bet on a camel to finish in a specific position.  
  Enter into a Betting Partnership (Module 4): Exchange Betting Partnership cards with another player to share rewards.  
  
If playing with the spicy version of Module 1, you may also return a Pyramid tile and add a Supporting die to the Pyramid at the end of your turn.  

End of Game and Scoring  
The game ends after the final Leg is completed. Players score points based on their bets:  
  
  Leg Betting tiles: Earn coins if your chosen camel wins the Leg.  
  Position Betting tiles (Module 3): Earn or lose coins based on whether your camel finishes in the predicted position.  
  Race Betting cards: Earn coins if your bet on the overall winner or loser is correct.  
  Betting Partnerships (Module 4): Share rewards with your partner by adding one of their tile rewards to your own.  
  
The player with the most Egyptian Pounds at the end of the game wins.  

Tips for Winning  
  
  Use Supporting dice strategically in Module 1 to influence camel movement and maximize your bets.  
  In Module 2, position the Camera on spaces where camel stacks are likely to form for higher rewards.  
  In Module 4, form Betting Partnerships with players who have strong bets to share rewards and increase your earnings.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
The Supercup works for 2 to 10 players, with the expansion allowing up to 10 players in larger games.

### How long does a game last?
A typical game takes between 30 and 45 minutes, depending on the number of players and the complexity of bets.

### What is the difficulty level?
The expansion maintains Camel Up’s simplicity, with an easy to medium difficulty, ideal for families and friends.

### What components are included?
The set brings additional race tracks, support dice, betting chips, photographer cards, and partnership tokens.

### Who is it for?
Fans of betting, camel races, and those who enjoy bluffing and group strategy.

### Do I need the base game?
Yes, the Camel Up base game (first edition) is required to use the expansion.

### Does it work with the 2nd edition?
No, the Supercup only works with the first edition of Camel Up.

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