# Flick 'em Up!: Blacksmith

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2017
- **BGG Rating**: 7.1
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-10
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 1.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Gaëtan Beaujannot, Jean Yves Monpertuis
- **Publishers**: Frosted Games, Pretzel Games
- **Categories**: Action / Dexterity, American West, Expansion for Base-game, Fighting
- **Mechanics**: Pick-up and Deliver, Team-Based Game

## Verdict
If you love Flick 'em Up! and want extra laughs, Blacksmith drops in just in time with a goofy extra action.free horseshoe actioncomedic blind‑fold effecteasy integrationshort play timeeffect may hinder your teamfew new componentsrequires base gameRECOMMENDED

## Description
Flick 'em Up!: Blacksmith is the bite‑size expansion that arrived in the 2017 Brettspiel Advent Calendar on day 9, adding a blacksmith workshop to any Flick 'em Up! scenario. The main component is a small blacksmith building, plus two feet, three horseshoes and a bilingual rules pamphlet (English & German). When a player activates the blacksmith they receive a free action to flick a horseshoe. If the horseshoe hits a cowboy, the effect carries over: the next time that cowboy is knocked out and gets back on his feet, the player controlling him must close his eyes before each action, turning the next turn into a comedic challenge. The core "pick‑up and deliver" mechanic stays intact, but now includes this new horseshoe‑flick that can shift the game’s tempo. With a very light weight (1/5) and a quick 30‑minute playtime, the expansion adds humor and team‑based strategy, as groups can decide who will trigger the blacksmith to mess with the opponent. Components are simple and match the cartoonish style of Flick 'em Up!. Perfect for 2‑10 players who enjoy a laid‑back, laugh‑filled shoot‑out. If you already love the base game, Blacksmith offers a fun way to spice up the duels without added complexity. For newcomers, the pamphlet explains everything clearly and shows how to slot the blacksmith into any existing map.

## How to Play
Game Objective
The objective of the game is to interact with the Flick 'em Up!: Blacksmith expansion, which can be added to any Flick 'em Up! scenario. Players will try to obtain Hufeisen (horseshoes) by moving the movement disc through the Schmiede (blacksmith's workshop) and use these horseshoes to flick at targets.

Preparation (Setup)
To set up the Blacksmith expansion, follow these steps:

    Insert the 2 Standfüße (stands) into the Schmiede (blacksmith's workshop).
    Place the Schmiede on the playing area. Make sure it does not block other buildings or prevent players from completing the main scenario.
    Place all 3 Hufeisen (horseshoes) on top of the Schmiede.


Game Flow
Refer to the manual for details on this section.

Actions and How to Play
During the game, players can perform the following actions related to the Blacksmith expansion:

    Receive a Hufeisen: When the movement disc is flicked through the Schmiede from one side to the other, the player who performed the movement action receives a Hufeisen.
    Take a Hufeisen as a free action: The player can take a Hufeisen as a free action. This Hufeisen must be placed immediately on the table and cannot be saved for a later turn.
    Flick a Hufeisen at a target: The player can take a Hufeisen to flick at a target. The player must flick the Hufeisen at a target.
    Consequences of hitting a Hufeisen in the Schmiede: If the movement disc hits a Hufeisen that is in the Schmiede, that Hufeisen is placed on the table. If the movement disc does not hit the Hufeisen, it is placed back on top of the Schmiede.
    Consequences of knocking down an opponent: If a player knocks down an opponent, the opponent's Hufeisen is placed on the table. After that, the Hufeisen is placed back on top of the Schmiede.


End of Game and Scoring
Refer to the manual for details on this section.

Tips for Winning

    Try to maneuver the movement disc through the Schmiede to collect Hufeisen, as they can be used to flick at targets immediately.
    Use the collected Hufeisen to knock down opponents, as this causes the opponent's Hufeisen to be placed on the table, and your Hufeisen returns to the Schmiede, allowing for new opportunities.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
From 2 up to 10 players, just like the base game.

### How long does a game last with the expansion?
About 30 minutes, essentially the same as the original.

### Do I need the base game to use Blacksmith?
Yes, the expansion is designed to be added to a Flick 'em Up! scenario.

### What new components are included?
A blacksmith workshop, two feet, three horseshoes and a bilingual rules pamphlet (English & German).

### Does the expansion make the rules more complex?
No, it adds a single free action and a simple penalty, keeping the game easy to learn.

### What age range is recommended?
Ages 8 and up, great for families and friend groups.

### Can I place the blacksmith in any scenario?
Yes, the workshop can be inserted into any Flick 'em Up! map.