# Draftosaurus: Marina ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2020 - **BGG Rating**: 7.3 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 15-20 min - **Weight**: 1.45 / 5 - **Designers**: Antoine Bauza, Corentin Lebrat, Ludovic Maublanc, Théo Rivière - **Artists**: Jiahui Eva Gao, Roman Kucharski - **Publishers**: Ankama, Board Game Box, Brain Picnic, Fractal Juegos, GaGa Games, Ghenos Games, Nasza Księgarnia, Neptuno Games, Zacatrus - **Categories**: Animals, Expansion for Base-game - **Mechanics**: Closed Drafting, Dice Rolling, Set Collection, Simultaneous Action Selection ## Verdict If you love Draftosaurus and want extra strategy without lengthening the game, Marina is the perfect add‑on.New river zoneExclusive plesiosaursDam unlocking mechanicQuick playtimeRequires base gameSlightly higher complexityRECOMMENDED ## Description Draftosaurus: Marina expands your Jurassic park by adding a new river zone and, of course, a fresh species to collect: the plesiosaurs. Each player gets a double‑sided board that attaches to their existing park, creating a waterway where only these dino‑meeples can be placed. At the end of the game, players with plesiosaurs further down the river score extra points. But advancing them isn’t just about the first placement; you must unlock dams by placing specific other species in your park, adding a layer of set‑collection strategy. The familiar Draftosaurus mechanics—closed drafting, dice rolling, set collection, and simultaneous action selection—remain, now spiced up by the decision of which dinosaurs will clear the path for your plesiosaur. Playtime stays brisk at 15‑20 minutes for 2‑5 players, preserving the base game’s light feel. With a BGG weight of 1.45, Marina is easy to learn and perfect for quick sessions that still crave a bit more thematic depth. High‑quality components include bright new dino‑meeples that pop in the river. In short, Marina adds an aquatic twist to Draftosaurus without overcomplicating, offering extra choices and scoring for fans who love fine‑tuning their prehistoric park. ## How to Play Objective of the Game The objective of the game is to earn victory points by placing dinosaurs, including Plesiosaurs, in your Zoo and on your Marina board. Players aim to strategically move their Plesiosaurs along the River to maximize their end-game scoring. Preparation (Setup) Choose one side for the game; all players must use the same side. Add 2 Plesiosaurs per player to the draw bag, in addition to the usual dinosaurs. For a two-player game, put 8 Plesiosaurs in the bag. Each player gets a Marina board and places it below their Zoo board. If playing with the Aerial Show expansion, perform its setup first, then the setup for Marina. Fluxo do Jogo In a standard game, each player draws and places 7 dinosaurs per round. For a two-player game with the Marina expansion: During the first two rounds, each player draws 8 dinosaurs and places 4 in their Zoo. In the following two rounds, each player draws 6 dinosaurs and places 3 in their Zoo. Each player therefore places a total of 14 dinosaurs in a two-player game. Ações e Como Jogar Playing Plesiosaurs When a player decides to place a Plesiosaur, it must be placed in the River on their Zoo board. Plesiosaurs can always be placed, regardless of the side rolled with the placement die. Moving Plesiosaurs Once a Plesiosaur is in the River on the Zoo board, it can move onto the Marina board. The Marina board consists of several sections of River separated by Bridges. When a player places a dinosaur shown on a Bridge in their Zoo, their Plesiosaurs directly in front of that Bridge can cross under the Bridge. Only Plesiosaurs can move along the River. Several Plesiosaurs may be moved at the same time if they are on the same segment of the River. Players are never required to make their Plesiosaurs cross under Bridges. One side of the Marina board has a fork in the river after the first Bridge. Players may keep their Plesiosaurs at the fork until they can send them in the direction they prefer. Example: If a player puts a T. Rex in their Zoo, they can move their two Plesiosaurs to the next segment of the River. Fim de Jogo e Pontuação At the end of the game, each Plesiosaur provides victory points based on its position in the River. Example: A player earns 9 victory points (2+2+5) for three Plesiosaurs on their Marina board. A Plesiosaur that stayed on the Zoo board brings in 1 victory point, just like any other dinosaur placed in the River. Consulte o manual para detalhes sobre os critérios de vitória e derrota. Dicas para Vencer Strategically place dinosaurs in your Zoo that correspond to the dinosaurs shown on the Bridges to move your Plesiosaurs further along the River on your Marina board, as their position affects end-game victory points. Utilize the fork in the River on one side of the Marina board to hold Plesiosaurs until you can send them in the most advantageous direction for scoring. ## FAQ ### How many players can play with the Marina expansion? 2 to 5 players, just like the base game. ### How long does a game last with the expansion? Around 15‑20 minutes, keeping the quick pace of the original. ### Do I need the base game to use Marina? Yes, the expansion attaches to the original Draftosaurus board. ### What is the complexity level of the expansion? Light to moderate (BGG weight 1.45), easy to learn and play. ### What new components are included? A double‑sided river board, new plesiosaur dino‑meeples, and dam tokens. ### Does Marina change the core mechanics? No, it keeps closed drafting, dice rolling, set collection and simultaneous action, adding only the dam‑unlocking mechanic. ### Who is this expansion for? Fans of Draftosaurus who want extra thematic variety and strategic choices without longer playtime. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 10.28 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=3435164&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 10.98 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4673310&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 10.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4800066&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 12.89 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=2618940&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 13.07 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=7047280&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 13.39 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=2543251&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 14.03 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6720212&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 14.45 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=2959953&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 14.45 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=2365308&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 14.46 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=2368384&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/37336/draftosaurus-marina?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com