Goal of the Game

In Root: Raiders, you take on the role of a faction seeking to consolidate its power in the Wood Forest. The objective is to accumulate victory points (VP) through strategic actions, such as raiding enemies, controlling clearings, and collecting items. The game ends when a player reaches a specific number of points, which varies depending on the number of players. Consult the manual for details regarding this section.

Setup

To prepare the game, follow the steps below:

• Set up the board and distribute the starting pieces according to the chosen faction.
• Each player receives their faction board, specific pieces, and mood cards.
• Position the mob, forts, and warriors markers according to the faction rules.
• Prepare the Treasure and the Feats and Command tracks.

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Gameplay Flow

The game is divided into turns, which follow the structure below:

1. Dawn: Perform specific actions, such as Raid and Recruit.
2. Day: Execute main actions, such as Move, Battle, and Craft.
3. Dusk: Conclude the turn with actions such as Incite and Oppress.

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Actions and How to Play

Each turn offers several actions that players can perform:

• Move: Move your warriors and the Warlord across the map.
• Battle: Engage in combat with other factions, with the option to raid the enemy.
• Craft: Use forts to generate items and increase your power.
• Incite: Place mob markers to cause chaos.
• Oppress: Gain points by controlling clearings without enemy presence.

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End of Game and Scoring

The game ends when a player reaches the required number of victory points (VP). Points are obtained through:

• Controlling clearings without enemies (Oppress).
• Collecting and discarding items to gain points.
• Performing faction-specific actions, such as raiding enemies.

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Tips for Winning

Here are some tips to maximize your chances of victory:

• Use the Warlord strategically to lead your troops and make an impact in battles.
• Prioritize controlling clearings to gain points through the Oppress action.
• Raiding enemies can be an effective way to obtain valuable items and weaken your opponents.

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