In Catan Histories: Merchants of Europe, you step into the shoes of an ambitious merchant in medieval Europe, a golden age for trade. Inspired by the classic Catan but with a historical twist, this game has you establish trading posts in three starting cities. From there, the goal is to expand your business by recruiting new merchants and sending them to set up more posts in distant cities. To thrive, you'll need to create secure trade routes and equip caravans to transport valuable commodities like furs, cloth, wine, and the precious salt used for food preservation. The core gameplay revolves around dice rolls to acquire resources, which are then spent on building and expanding your commercial empire. Player negotiation is key to getting what you need and selling what you produce. The first merchant to deliver all their commodities to foreign cities is declared the grand winner! This version brings the familiarity of Catan to a European setting, focusing on route building and goods delivery, with an experience somewhat reminiscent of the 'Trails to Rails' expansion in the US, but with the charm of the Old Continent. Prepare for a strategy and negotiation game that can last up to two hours, ideal for fans of the Catan family looking for a new commercial adventure.