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Ludopedia
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BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you enjoy Robinson Crusoe and want a character with unique survival skills, the Sailor is a cool addition that brings more tactical options!
Highlights
- Unique survival abilities
- Great for resource management
- Adds resilience to the group
- Explores new strategies
Keep in mind
- High language dependency
- Requires base game
- Additional cost
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About the game
What you do in a play session
If you've already braved the islands of Robinson Crusoe and felt like something was missing, perhaps an experienced sailor's touch, the Sailor character is just what you need! This addition originated from a Kickstarter campaign for a book about board games, and Ignacy, the designer, had quite a challenge bringing him to life. After a few attempts, he finally succeeded! The Sailor is a masterful swimmer, capable of ignoring river hazards on the island by using his determination. And that's not all: he also carries a mysterious map that, at a cost, allows for a special gathering action on totem locations, revealing secrets or traps. Need to stretch your food supply or recover from an injury? The Sailor has tricks for that too, converting food and even re-rolling damage dice. He adds an extra layer of strategy and resilience to the already challenging world of Robinson Crusoe, perfect for those who enjoy exploring new abilities and overcoming the island's dangers with a resourceful character. Get ready for more twists and tough decisions on this survival journey!
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Families
Publisher
Portal Games, (Web published), Albi
Designer
Ignacy Trzewiczek
Artist
Dominik Mayer, Ignacy Trzewiczek, Jerzy Ferdyn, Maciej Mutwil, Mateusz Bielski, Mateusz Kopacz, Mateusz Lenart, Michał J. Zieliński, Piotr Słaby, Rafał Szyma, Tomasz Bentkowski, Vincent Dutrait, Zhao Run Quan
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base game Robinson Crusoe to use the Sailor?
Yes, the Sailor is an expansion and requires the base game 'Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island' to be played.
What is the complexity level of the Sailor?
It adds complexity to the game, as his abilities require a good understanding of the rules and strategic planning. It's recommended for players who are already familiar with the base game.
How many players can use the Sailor?
The Sailor is a character for one player, but his abilities can benefit the entire cooperative group in games for 1 to 4 players.
Does the Sailor require translation?
Yes, the game has high language dependency, with most cards and rules needing translation into English.
What's new does the Sailor bring to the game?
He brings unique swimming abilities, special map-based gathering, food conservation, and injury resistance, offering new ways to approach the island's challenges.
Is this expansion worth buying?
If you are a big fan of Robinson Crusoe and are looking for new strategies and challenges, the Sailor offers an interesting and different experience for the game.