# Safari no Éden

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2024
- **BGG Rating**: —
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-8
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Publishers**: (Self-Published)
- **Categories**: Card Game, Children's Game, Party Game
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Set Collection

## Verdict
A light and fast party game, perfect for livening up any gathering with up to 8 players.Super simple and fast rulesSupports up to 8 playersGreat for playing with kidsDynamic and quick roundsFocus on simple social interactionVery basic mechanicsRECOMMENDED

## Description
Looking for that perfect game to gather the crew without spending half an hour explaining complex rules? Safari no Eden is your answer! This is a fast-paced card game where everyone competes to build the best animal combinations. The vibe is all about exploration and fun, reminiscent of discovering wildlife in a paradisiacal garden.

The gameplay is very straightforward: at the start of each round, players receive 9 cards. On your turn, things move quickly: you draw a card, decide your move—which could be forming pairs, families, or even sets of the same species—and then discard one card. And here is a fun twist: you can also interact with others by adding a card to another player's set.

A round ends when a player successfully empties their hand. That's when the scoring kicks in! You sum up the points from the combinations you've laid down and even grab a 1-point bonus for being the first to finish the round. The game continues through multiple rounds until someone hits the 30-point mark. It is a high-tempo experience, perfect for those who love set collection and need to manage their hand effectively to stay ahead. If you want something light, supporting 2 to 8 players, and suitable for both kids and friends looking for a good laugh, Safari no Eden belongs on your shelf!

## How to Play
Game Objective
In Safari in Eden, players compete to score the most points by collecting combinations of animal cards. The game is set in the Garden of Eden, and the goal is to form animal pairs, animals of the same species, families, and other combinations to score points. The game ends when a player reaches 30 points or more.

Setup
The player with the most pets at home becomes the first player and receives the "First Player" card. Shuffle the remaining cards to form the draw pile in the center of the table, next to the discard area. Each player receives 9 cards to start.

Game Flow
Each turn follows this sequence:

  Draw a card from the draw pile.
  Take actions (create/change combinations, play cards into others' sets, or discard).
  Discard a card (can be a special card).

The game continues clockwise until a player runs out of cards in hand, ending the round. Points are tallied, and a new round begins with the player to the left of the last first player.

Actions and How to Play
(A) Create/Change a Combination
Play combinations in front of you to score:

  Same Species (2 points): 4+ cards of the same species.
  Same Habitat (2 points): 4+ cards from the same habitat.
  Pair (3 points): Male + Female of the same species.
  One of Each Species (4 points): 6 cards, each of a different species.
  Family (5 points): Pair + Offspring.
  Adam and Eve (6 points): Adam and Eve pair (with or without offspring).


(B) Play 1 Card
You can add a card from your hand to another player's combination (once per turn). If a combination reaches 8 cards, it splits into two sets of 4, doubling the score.

(C) End the Round
If a player runs out of cards in hand, the round ends. They earn 1 extra point.

Special Cards

  Day of Rest: Ends the round immediately.
  Forbidden Fruit: Skips the next player.
  Tree of Life: Grants an extra turn.
  Image and Likeness: Acts as a wild card.
  Meat or Vegetable: Steals a card of the same diet from another player.
  Serpent's Temptation: Prevents the player from playing combinations.


Card Reserve
When a player discards a card (except special cards), another player can tap the table to reserve it. On their next turn, they draw it instead of a card from the draw pile.

End of Game and Scoring
The game ends when a player reaches 30+ points during the scoring phase. In case of a tie:

  The player with Adam and Eve wins.
  If still tied, the player with the most pairs.
  If still tied, the player with one of each species.
  If still tied, the victory is shared.


Tips to Win

  Use Image and Likeness as a wild card to complete difficult combinations.
  Pay attention to playing cards into others' combinations to avoid giving extra points to opponents.
  Prioritize forming Adam and Eve to secure an advantage in ties.

## FAQ
### How long does a game last?
It's very quick! Each round lasts only a few minutes, with the whole game taking about 20 minutes.

### What is the recommended age?
Since it has simple rules and a friendly theme, it works great for kids and the whole family.

### How many players can play?
The fun goes from 2 to 8 players, making it excellent for parties.

### Is the game difficult?
Not at all! It's an entry-level game, very easy to learn and start playing immediately.

### Do I need to know English to play?
No, the game is completely accessible and doesn't rely on language for the fun.

### What is the main goal?
The goal is to reach 30 points by forming animal combinations through set collection.