Ever met that grumpy innkeeper who promises a soft bed but delivers a swift kick to anyone starting trouble? Meet Mr. Nasty. In 'Merchants Cove: The Innkeeper', you step into his shoes and run the local boarding house. While other merchants are fighting for pier space to sell bulk goods, your business model is different: providing room and board to exhausted adventurers after the markets close for the day.

However, running an inn isn't just about handing out keys. The core of this expansion is a clever speculation game. Your goal is to prepare your rooms to match the most common types of adventurers present at the end of each round. If your planning is spot on and your guests are happy, your income will skyrocket. But beware: failure leads to chaos. If you can't accommodate the crowd, brawls will break out, and a tavern fight is the last thing your business needs if you want to stay profitable.

This expansion introduces a brand new playable character, shifting the focus from the traditional logistics of the base game to a high-stakes game of demand and supply. Instead of hauling cargo, you'll be managing space and reading your opponents' moves to anticipate guest needs. It's a game of risk and reward where careful preparation is the key to success. If you enjoy economic games with a fantasy twist and love the thrill of predicting market trends, playing as the Innkeeper adds a fresh, competitive dynamic to your Merchants Cove experience.