# Carcassonne Big Box 7

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2021
- **BGG Rating**: 8.2
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 35 min
- **Weight**: 1.96 / 5
- **Artists**: Franz-Georg Stämmele, Marcel Gröber
- **Publishers**: Hans im Glück, 999 Games, Bard Centrum Gier, Devir, Feelindigo, Games4you, Giochi Uniti, Kaissa Chess & Games, Metagame Studio, MINDOK, Oxygame, Piatnik, Ponva d.o.o., Swan Panasia Co., Ltd., Z-Man Games
- **Categories**: City Building, Medieval, Territory Building
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Map Addition, Tile Placement

## Verdict
A paradise for Carcassonne lovers or those wanting to start strong. This is the definitive game experience.Massive content in one boxVery practical internal organizerInfinite variety of combinationsFully compatible with other setsCan be intimidating for beginnersLots of rules to learnHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Imagine taking the absolute 2001 classic and supercharging it with 11 different expansions? That's exactly what the Carcassonne Big Box does. It's the ultimate gateway for anyone wanting to dive deep into the world of meeples, gathering the base game and a mountain of extra content in one place. The box comes with a new cardboard organizer, which is a lifesaver for those who hate wasting time searching for the right piece among so many.

The heart of the game remains that addictive loop of placing tiles and building the map, but now you have a huge arsenal to customize the experience. Looking for something more strategic? The 'Inns & Cathedrals' and 'Traders & Builders' expansions add layers of depth, featuring giant meeples and new scoring methods. Want something more chaotic? There are 'Flying Machines' that make you land where you least expect, or the 'Mage & Witch' who bring magic and curses to the table.

The list of extras is massive: we have the River, which completely changes the initial layout; the Queen's Messengers; Ferries to cross lakes; Gold Mines with secret values; and even Crop Circles that leave farmers bewildered. With over 180 tiles, no two games are ever the same. The best part is that everything is compatible: you can mix and match the expansions you want or add them gradually as your group gets used to them. It's basically the 'supreme combo' of Carcassonne, transforming a simple family game into a complex and diverse medieval simulator, depending on your mood.

## How to Play
Game Objective
In Carcassonne Big Box 7, players build the map of a medieval region by placing land tiles that represent roads, cities, monasteries, and fields. Each player places their followers (called meeples) on these structures to claim control and earn points. The game ends when all land tiles have been placed, and the player with the most points wins.

Setup

  Place the starting tile (with a dark back) in the center of the table.
  Shuffle the remaining land tiles and form face-down piles, accessible to all.
  Each player chooses a color and takes 7 meeples of that color, placing the 8th on the "0" space of the scoreboard.
  Return unused colors to the box.

Beginner tip: For your first games, ignore the river tiles and farmers (supplemental rules).

Game Flow
Each turn consists of 3 mandatory actions, in this order:

  Place a land tile: Draw a tile and position it to expand the existing landscape (roads, cities, etc.). If placement is impossible, discard it and draw another.
  Place a meeple: Optionally, place a meeple from your reserve on the newly placed tile as:
    
      Thief (on roads)
      Knight (in cities)
      Monk (in monasteries)
      Farmer (in fields, lying down)
    
    Restriction: Only one meeple per structure is allowed (except in disputes).
  Score: If the tile completes a structure (closed road, walled city, or surrounded monastery), the player with the most meeples on it earns points. Remove the scored meeples.


Actions and How to Play
Structure Types and Scoring

  Roads: Complete when closed at both ends. Each road tile is worth 1 point.
  Cities: Complete when fully walled. Each tile and coat of arms in the city is worth 2 points.
  Monasteries: Complete when surrounded by 8 tiles. Worth 9 points (1 per adjacent tile + the monastery).
  Fields: Score only at the end of the game. Each adjacent completed city is worth 3 points (4 with a pig).

Disputes: If there is a tie for a structure, all tied players receive the full points.

End of Game and Scoring
The game ends when all land tiles have been placed. During final scoring:

  Incomplete roads: 1 point per tile.
  Incomplete cities: 1 point per tile and coat of arms (half the normal value).
  Incomplete monasteries: 1 point per adjacent tile + the monastery.
  Fields: 3 points per adjacent completed city (see farmer rules).

The player with the most points wins!

Winning Tips

  Control large structures: Cities with coats of arms and long roads yield more points.
  Use farmers carefully: They remain until the end and can decide the victory.
  Block opponents: Complete contested structures to force scoring before others increase their influence.

Expansions: Consult the manual for details on the 11 included expansions (such as The Abbot, Ferry, etc.).

## FAQ
### Is it suitable for someone who has never played Carcassonne?
Yes, but here's a tip: start with the base game and add expansions gradually so you don't overwhelm yourself!

### What's new in this Big Box version?
Besides the base game and 11 expansions, it features a new cardboard insert to organize everything faster.

### Are the pieces compatible with older versions?
Yes, the tiles follow the classic pattern and work perfectly with other expansions you might already own.

### How many people can play?
From 2 to 6 players, depending on which expansions you decide to include in the session.

### Is the game complex?
The base game is very simple. Complexity increases as you add expansions, but the core logic remains the same.

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