# Storyfold: Wildwoods

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2025
- **BGG Rating**: 7.9
- **BGG Rank**: #3987
- **Players**: 1 (Best with: 1)
- **Duration**: 30-60 min
- **Weight**: 2.12 / 5
- **Designers**: Sjoerd van der Linde
- **Artists**: Justine Chalieux
- **Publishers**: Open Owl Studios, Board Game Circus, Bumble3ee Interactive, DSV Games, GaGa Games, Grumpy Bear, HIT Games, Mosaico Jogos, Reflexshop, TLAMA games, Ігромаг
- **Categories**: Adventure, Book, Dice, Exploration, Fantasy
- **Mechanics**: Action / Event, Dice Rolling, Multi-Use Cards, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Solo / Solitaire Game, Storytelling

## Verdict
Perfect for those who love immersive stories and want a deep, visually stunning solo experience.Absolutely stunning artworkInnovative book-as-board conceptEngaging and impactful narrativeCampaign with replay valueStrictly single-player onlyHeavy reliance on readingHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Ever wondered what it's like to step inside a book and live the story? Storyfold: Wildwoods makes that happen. You take on the role of Luma, a brave young girl who, alongside her loyal bear companion Brom, embarks on a quest to heal the forest from a mysterious and dark shadow. This isn't just a board game; it's an immersive narrative experience where stunning art pulls you deep into this fantasy realm.

The real game-changer here is the Storybook. It's not just a rulebook, but the heart of the game, acting as an integrated board with a built-in dashboard. The structure is quite dynamic: each gaming session represents a single scene, and these scenes combine to form the chapters of the journey. The best part is that your decisions aren't just cosmetic; the choices you make directly impact Luma's path and how she confronts her fears throughout the campaign.

Mechanically, the game blends the tension of dice rolling with the versatility of multi-use cards, requiring you to strategically manage your resources to move forward. It's the perfect kind of game for those who want to unplug from the world and dive into a solo adventure, feeling the character's growth while uncovering the forest's mysteries. If you enjoy gamebooks but miss the tactile components and mechanics of a traditional board game, Wildwoods is the ideal hybrid. Get ready to explore, make tough calls, and attempt to heal nature while uncovering the secrets of this magical world.

## How to Play
Game Objective
In Historic Fold: Mysteries of the Forest, you take on the role of Luma, a character who explores the Wild Forest to heal nature and confront the dark creatures that plague it. The goal is to advance the Light marker on the Wild Forest track by resolving locations and healing creatures, while preventing the Shadow marker from reaching the center of the track. Winning a scene depends on completing the specific objectives described in the Luma Wins section.

Setup
Consult the manual for details on this section.

Game Flow
The game is divided into phases:

  Luma Phase: Choose an Action card, roll the dice to obtain successes, and resolve the card's abilities. After using a card, move it to the end of the River and clear the River.
  Shadow Phase: Activate creatures in the River, lose Spirit, and resolve their effects. Advance the Shadow marker and resolve the effect symbols on the track.
  Travel Steps: Discard Creature cards, clear the River, remove scenario markers, and prepare the next scenario.


Actions and How to Play
During the Luma Phase, you can perform the following actions using the Action cards:

  Dazzle: Repel creatures or advance the Light marker.
  Help: Resolve help locations or gain Crystals.
  Explore: Resolve exploration locations or buy Exploration cards.
  Heal: Heal creatures or gain Spirit.

To perform an action, roll the dice and obtain successes. You can spend Crystals to gain additional successes.

End of Game and Scoring
The game ends when you complete the scene objectives described in the Luma Wins section or when the Shadow marker reaches the center of the Wild Forest track. If Shadow wins, you can still continue the journey, but you will lose Spirit and draw a Shadow card.

Tips to Win

  Prioritize healing creatures to gain Crystals and strengthen your actions.
  Use the Dazzle ability to keep creatures under control and advance the Light marker.
  Spend Crystals strategically to ensure successes in critical actions.

## FAQ
### Can I play with friends?
No, the game is specifically designed as a solo experience. It's just you, Luma, and Brom against the shadow!

### How long does each session take?
Each scene takes between 30 to 60 minutes, so you can play in short bursts or marathon an entire chapter.

### Is it hard to learn?
The complexity is moderate (2.1 on BGG). It's not overly complex, but it requires attention to the card and dice mechanics.

### What exactly is the 'Storybook'?
It's a book that serves both to tell the story and to track the game state, essentially acting as the game board.

### Do I need RPG experience to play?
Not at all! While it has narrative elements, the rules are straightforward and the game guides you through the journey.

### Is the game linear or are there different endings?
Your choices impact Luma's journey, meaning there are different paths and consequences throughout the chapters.

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