Isle of Skye: Journeyman

Funforge, Lacerta, Lookout Games · Board game · 2017
8.2 Ludopedia 7.3 BGG 2–5 · best 4 75 min Weight 3.2/5
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RECOMMENDED

If you loved Isle of Skye and crave more strategic depth, Journeyman is your next move!

Highlights
  • New individual player boards
  • Progress management layer
  • Journeyman pawn movement
  • Additional scoring tiles
Keep in mind
  • Increases complexity
  • Requires base game
  • More planning needed
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Becoming a king is tough, but staying one is even tougher, right? In Isle of Skye: Journeyman, the first major expansion for the base game, you step into the shoes of a Scottish chieftain who needs more than just warriors and gold to thrive. Now, you'll manage your strength, prosperity, and popularity, each with its own demands and requirements. This expansion introduces new individual player boards to track your progress, adding an extra strategic layer to tile selling and placement.

But watch out: simply placing the right tiles isn't enough! To truly advance and reap the rewards of your efforts, you'll need to send your new pawn, the 'journeyman,' across the kingdom to activate the regions you've built. It's a race to prove you're the most influential and wise leader. On top of that, four new scoring tiles enter the fray, bringing fresh objectives and keeping the experience engaging, even for seasoned Skye map masters. Get ready for an even bigger and more rewarding challenge!

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2–5 players
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Game details

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Country: Scotland Game: Isle of Skye (Lookout Games)
Publisher Funforge, Lacerta, Lookout Games, Mayfair Games, SD Games, uplay.it edizioni
Designer Alexander Pfister, Andreas Pelikan
Artist Klemens Franz

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Do I need the base game Isle of Skye to play this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! Isle of Skye: Journeyman is an expansion and requires the base game to be played.
How many players can play with the expansion?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, allowing for 2 to 5 players.
Does the expansion make the game more complicated?
Slightly. It adds new layers of management and planning, increasing the overall complexity of the game.
What is the average playtime with the expansion?
The playtime remains similar to the base game, typically between 60 to 90 minutes, depending on player experience.
What are the main new features the expansion brings?
The expansion introduces individual progress boards, the 'journeyman' pawn mechanic to activate areas, and four new scoring tiles.
Is this expansion good for someone just starting with Isle of Skye?
It's more recommended for players who are already comfortable with the base game's rules and are looking for an additional challenge.