# Catan: Seafarers – 5-6 Player Extension ## General Info - **Year Published**: 1999 - **BGG Rating**: 7.0 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 5-6 (Best with: 5) - **Duration**: 120 min - **Weight**: 2.42 / 5 - **Designers**: Klaus Teuber - **Artists**: Andreas Klober, Andreas Resch, Eric Hibbeler, Franz Vohwinkel, Harald Lieske, Michael Menzel, Michaela Kienle, Quentin Regnes, Sabine Kondirolli, Stephen Graham Walsh, Tanja Donner, Volkan Baga - **Publishers**: KOSMOS, 999 Games, Albi, Catan GmbH, Devir, Filosofia Éditions, Galakta, Giochi Uniti, Hobby World, Kaissa Chess & Games, Mayfair Games, Rozum, SuperHeated Neurons, Swan Panasia Co., Ltd. - **Categories**: Civilization, Expansion for Base-game, Exploration, Nautical, Negotiation - **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Memory, Modular Board, Network and Route Building, Trading ## Verdict Want to play Catan: Seafarers with the whole crew? This expansion lets the ship set sail with up to 6 people, keeping the excitement and negotiation at full throttle!More players, more funExpands nautical experienceNew scenarios boost replayabilityKeeps Catan's essenceRequires base game & 5-6p extensionIncreases playtimeMore interaction, more chaos?HIGHLY RECOMMENDED ## Description If you already enjoy the adventures of Catan: Seafarers and want to invite more friends to set sail with you, this expansion is the perfect choice! It allows you to play the game with up to six players without making the session drag or become confusing. It's the same gameplay you already know, but with more people to trade with, build alongside, and, of course, compete with for every piece of island. Get ready to explore new sea routes, discover mysterious islands, and expand your domains on a board that's assembled differently each game, ensuring high replayability. The group fun gets even bigger, with more twists and that delightful tension of seeing who will dominate the seas first. It's ideal for those who already own the base game and the Catan 5-6 player extension and want to give their nautical experience an upgrade. This version offers the possibility to play ten brand-new scenarios, ensuring that exploration and competition never become monotonous. Each scenario presents a unique challenge, testing your planning skills, negotiation abilities, and a bit of luck with the dice rolls. It's an opportunity to dive headfirst into a world of trade and conquest, now with a larger group of adventurers vying for the title of greatest naval settler. Perfect for game nights with friends who aren't afraid of a good challenge and love player interaction. ## How to Play Game Objective The unknown islands of Catan lie before you. Some dot the horizon, while others are shrouded in shifting mists. Together, they offer the promise of abundant harvests and limitless riches to the first explorers to reach their shores. The objective is to outwit and outmaneuver other princes to become the master of the Islands of Catan. Catan: Seafarers 5-6 Player Extension allows you to play the exciting game of seafaring, exploration, trade, and development with up to six players. The game features nine new and exciting scenarios, with more varied islands and a fiercer demand for resources. Preparation (Setup) To play the scenarios in Catan: Seafarers 5-6 Player Extension, you will need the components from a copy of Catan, Catan: Seafarers, and Catan 5-6 Player Extension. Extension Components 30 wooden ships (15 in each of two colors) 7 sea hexes 2 gold field hexes 1 desert hex 2 frame pieces 2 harbor tokens 35 Catan chits 9 new scenarios Extension rules and scenarios Before you begin your first game, you must remove the pieces from the pre-cut frames. Assembling the Board Each scenario in this book includes a scenario diagram that shows how the board should be constructed. Assemble the frame as shown in the image and the individual scenario diagrams. It is easiest to assemble the frame by inserting the Catan frame pieces from above, snapping them into the Seafarers frame pieces. After building the frame, place the terrain hexes (hexes). Arrange these hexes exactly as shown in the scenario diagram. After placing the hexes, arrange the round chits with the production numbers. These are also placed as shown in the scenario diagram. After building the board, randomly place the harbor tokens. Take the harbor tokens listed in the scenario description and shuffle them face down into a pile. Select the harbor tokens randomly, one at a time, and place them on the board where the scenario diagram indicates. Game Flow With 5 or 6 players, the turn sequence is different from that described in Catan and Catan: Seafarers. The turn sequence is as follows: Dice Roll – You must roll for resource production. Trade/Build Phase – You can trade resources with other players. You can also build roads, settlements, and cities and/or buy development cards. These are interchangeable actions. For example, you can build, trade, buy a card, trade, and build more. End of Turn – Once you have finished your turn, pass the dice to the next player. Special Building Phase – Your opponents can build as described below. During the special building phase, all other players, in turn, will have the opportunity to build and/or buy development cards. Players are NOT ALLOWED to make any trades with other players, nor can they use maritime trade, during the special building phase. Additionally, you cannot move ships during the special building phase. Complete rules for the special building phase and other rules relating to 5 and 6 player games can be found in Catan 5-6 Player Extension. Actions and How to Play Refer to the manual for details on this section. End of Game and Scoring Refer to the manual for details on this section. Tips for Winning Refer to the manual for details on this section. ## FAQ ### Do I need the base Catan game and the 5-6 player extension to use this expansion? Yes! To play Catan: Seafarers with 5-6 players, you need to own the base Catan game, the Catan base 5-6 player extension, and the Catan: Seafarers module. ### Does this expansion significantly change the rules of Catan: Seafarers? No, the expansion maintains the core gameplay of Catan: Seafarers, merely adapting it to accommodate more players. The primary experience of maritime exploration and trade remains the same. ### How long does a game with 6 players typically last? Games with 6 players tend to be longer than those with 4. Expect around 120 minutes or slightly more, depending on the players' familiarity with the rules and the negotiation dynamics. ### Does the experience become too chaotic with 6 players? It can become more intense! With more players, competition for resources and routes increases, and negotiations can become more complex. But for those who enjoy interaction and a bit of strategic 'chaos,' it's great. ### Does this expansion add new components besides those needed for the extra players? Yes, the 5-6 player expansion for Seafarers includes new scenarios and specific components for these new adventures, increasing the variety of missions and challenges. ### Is it recommended for players new to Catan? If newcomers have already played the base Catan with 5-6 players, they might adapt. However, the complexity and playtime increase with more players and the new Seafarers rules, making it more suitable for those with some experience. ### Can I mix this expansion with other Catan expansions? This expansion is designed for Catan: Seafarers. While there are other Catan expansions, direct compatibility for mixing multiple expansions can vary and generally requires attention to each one's specific rules. ## Price Comparison ### Best Offers in Brazil - **Rejoga**: R$ 215,00 (/partner/go.php?p=rejoga&g=9308&u=https%3A%2F%2Frejoga.com.br%2Fanuncio%2F5ee44355-5209-4c4d-9663-e11cbdbf2b0a%3Forigem%3Dboardgamesbot) ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 25.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6346627&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/8845/die-seefahrer-von-catan-5-6-spieler?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com