Sissi!: Die Bohnenkaiserin

Get ready to plant a new kind of bean in the Bohnanza universe with Sissi!: Die Bohnenkaiserin! This standalone game brings an interesting twist to the classic formula, focusing on human relationships and a new harvesting mechanic. The main difference lies in the bean composition: the frequencies of 'Captain' beans have been reduced, and a brand-new 'Sissi Bean' enters the scene in much larger quantities. The goal is to create fields with a strategic alternation between Captain and Sissi beans, as this is crucial for the new action phase. After completing the normal phases of your turn, you'll have the chance to activate the 'Sissi Action Phase'. This phase requires you to harvest fields containing two beans of the same type in a row. This rule forces players to think carefully about how to arrange their fields, adding a tactical layer that can lead to unexpected harvests or more careful planning. With fewer 'Captain' beans and the introduction of 'Sissi Beans', the trading and hand management dynamics gain new nuances. You'll need to be more agile to get the right beans and avoid premature or unwanted harvests. It's an experience that retains the essence of Bohnanza but with a twist that will appeal to veterans and those looking for an intriguing variation of the original game. After all, who doesn't love a good bean with an imperial touch?