Ostia: Mariner Edition

Ostia: Mariner Edition is the definitive version of a modern classic, combining mancala-driven resource management with a strategic race across the sea routes of ancient Rome. Your mission is to build a mighty merchant fleet and establish a sprawling network of ports across the ocean. Gather vital trade goods, exotic beasts, and the support of the nobility to secure your place in history. This grand 'big box' edition integrates the base game with the Merchants and Patronus expansions, plus deluxe content and a custom storage solution, all for a smoother and enhanced experience. While it doesn't include the Pirates expansion or double-layer boards (due to publisher restrictions), Crafty Games focused on significant usability improvements without altering the core gameplay. Among the novelties are jumbo-sized reference cards, detailing turn steps and scoring, making learning easier. The 'Order/Deliver' icon was redesigned to avoid confusion, and the main board received a cleaner look, with improved fonts and adjusted colors for accessibility. Asset boards were simplified, with decluttered textures and clearer triumph icons. Nearly all tiles and tokens were revised to include 'immediate' and 'endgame' icons, improving benefit comprehension. Order cards had their secondary costs enlarged and a more consistent design. The free action received new iconography and direct reference on the harbor board. Finally, the scorepad was completely redesigned to be more intuitive, with simplified cells and subtler art. Everything is designed for you to dive headfirst into ancient Rome!