# Sapotagem

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2015
- **BGG Rating**: 6.4
- **BGG Rank**: #19200
- **Players**: 3-6
- **Duration**: 20-30 min
- **Weight**: 1.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Fel Barros, Warny Marçano
- **Artists**: Lucas Ribeiro
- **Publishers**: Ace Studios
- **Categories**: Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Set Collection, Trick-taking

## Verdict
If you love fast card games that blend trick-taking with set collection, Sapotagem is a fun pick!Set collectionTrick-takingFast paceScoring twistNegative scoring with excessAttention to card countingRECOMMENDED

## Description
Sapotagem is a card game that blends two classic mechanics: set collection and trick-taking. At the start, each player gets a shuffled deck and a set of cards that determine the round’s trump. In each round, you can either play a card or pass. If you play, the goal is to win the trick by playing the highest card of the required color or, if available, the trump. The trick winner takes all the played cards (except the trump‑determining card) and arranges them in rows in their area, separated by the symbols they already hold. At the end, scoring is quirky: each symbol type earns positive points up to three pieces, turns negative between four and six, and becomes positive again with seven or eight. The “bomb” cards (13 in total) are always negative unless you capture all of them, turning them into a bonus. The game is quick—about 20 to 30 minutes—and ideal for 3 to 6 players who enjoy simple strategies with a dash of unpredictability. If you love cards, collecting, and a bit of luck, Sapotagem has it all in a compact, fun package.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
Sapotagem works best with 3 to 6 players, but can be played with 2 or up to 8 if needed.

### What is the average playtime?
A game usually lasts between 20 and 30 minutes, depending on player experience.

### What is the complexity level?
It’s a medium-complexity game: simple rules, but scoring can be confusing at first.

### What components are required?
A standard card deck with 13 cards of each color, faction symbols, and a trump marker.

### Who is it recommended for?
Great for those who enjoy fast card games, collections, and a touch of trick-taking strategy.

### How does negative scoring work?
If you accumulate 4 to 6 symbols of a type, the score becomes negative; 7 or 8 symbols bring the points back positive.