# Dale of Merchants 2

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 7.3
- **BGG Rank**: #1542
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 2.08 / 5
- **Designers**: Sami Laakso
- **Artists**: Sami Laakso
- **Publishers**: Snowdale Design, Board Game Leisure, Bragelonne Games, Devir, Fullcap Games, Games7Days, HOT Games, Lotus Frog Games, Popcorn Games, Reflexshop, Schwerkraft-Verlag, Vendetta
- **Categories**: Animals, Card Game, Fantasy, Print & Play
- **Mechanics**: Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Open Drafting, Set Collection, Take That, Team-Based Game

## Verdict
If you enjoy card games with interaction and set collection, Dale of Merchants 2 is a great choice, especially with the new team mechanics!Fun new animal decksImproved team modeCombines with original gameQuick and strategicInteraction can be highCard dependentRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready for a fierce competition in the world of Dale of Merchants 2! In this card game focused on trading and strategy, you and your friends take on the roles of ambitious merchants vying for the coveted position of Trade Master in the city of Yengzuh. The goal is simple: be the first to set up your complete merchant stall, showcasing your skill in managing resources and outsmarting rivals.

Dale of Merchants 2 introduces six new animal decks, each with unique abilities that will shake up the market. Want to annoy your opponents with crocodiles? Have more control over cards with platypuses? Or perhaps use the randomness of dice with polecats? The options are many, and each deck offers a new layer of tactics. And the best part? You can play with these decks on their own or mix them with those from the original game to create even crazier combinations.

But the fun doesn't stop there! For those who enjoy playing with more people, Dale of Merchants 2 introduces a team battle mode for four players. Now, cooperation with your partner is key to victory, and downtime between turns is reduced, keeping the action at full speed. These team rules also work with the decks from the first game, expanding the possibilities. With mechanics like hand management, open drafting, and set collection, Dale of Merchants 2 is a treat for those who enjoy dynamic card games with a touch of 'take that' interaction and plenty of strategy to dominate the market!

## FAQ
### How many players is Dale of Merchants 2 recommended for?
The game is for 2 to 4 players, with a special team battle mode for 4 players that adds a new dynamic.

### How long does a game typically last?
Games are quite fast, usually lasting around 30 minutes, perfect for fitting into any game session.

### What is the game's complexity? Is it hard to learn?
The complexity is considered light to moderate (2.08 weight on BGG). The basic rules are easy to grasp, but the strategy can deepen with the different decks.

### Can I mix Dale of Merchants 2 with the first Dale of Merchants?
Absolutely! The game is designed to be combined with the original Dale of Merchants, allowing you to create even more varied and interesting deck combinations.

### What do the new animal decks do differently?
Each of the six new decks has unique abilities: crocodiles hinder other players, platypuses offer more control, polecats use dice, owls react to actions, fennec foxes affect everyone, and sloths act on your next turn.

### Do I need prior knowledge to play?
It's not mandatory to have played the first Dale of Merchants, but knowing the base game can help you grasp the new features more quickly.

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