Enjoyed Catan and want more? This expansion adds extra charm with fishing, introducing new ways to get resources and benefits. If you like Catan and want a dash of luck and more options, you'll dig it!
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New ways to get resources
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Fun benefits with fish
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Adds luck and options
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Expands Catan lightly
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Keep in mind
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Requires the base game
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Can add too much luck
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Slightly different rules
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Get your fishing rods ready, folks! "The Fishermen of Catan" is an expansion that adds a maritime flair to your favorite colonization experience. If you thought Catan already had it all, think again! Here, some of the sea tiles transform into "Fishing Grounds," and things get interesting. Instead of receiving normal resource cards, you can fish for fish tokens, worth 1, 2, or even 3 fish. And what's all this fishing for? To spend! With 2 fish, you can send the Robber back to the desert, without him being able to steal from you. With 3, you can "swipe" a resource card from an opponent. With 4, grab any resource from the bank. With 5, build a road instantly! And with 7 fish, you get a development card for free. But beware, because besides fish, you might also catch an "old shoe." Whoever gets this relic needs an extra point to win and can only get rid of it by passing it to someone with the same or higher score. It's an addition that brings more options and a bit of extra luck, without overcomplicating the rules we already love. Perfect for those who want a change of pace in Catan and enjoy a new strategy for resources and negotiations.
businessPublisher999 Games, Jeux sur un Plateau, Mayfair Games, W. Nostheide Verlag GmbH
editDesignerKlaus Teuber
paletteArtistTanja Donner
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need the base Catan game to play "The Fishermen of Catan"? expand_more
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion, so you need to own the base game "The Settlers of Catan" to play with the new rules and components.
How many players can participate with this expansion? expand_more
Just like the base game, this expansion is for 3 to 4 players. It does not increase the player count.
How long does a game take with "The Fishermen of Catan"? expand_more
The playtime is very similar to the base game, generally around 60 minutes. The new mechanics don't significantly extend the game time.
Does the game's complexity increase a lot? expand_more
Not really. The additional rules are easy to learn and integrate well with the main game, adding more options without being overwhelming.
Is it worth it for someone who already has other Catan expansions? expand_more
If you enjoy Catan and want a lighter variation focused on resources with a touch of luck, yes! It doesn't radically change the game like larger expansions, but it adds a different and fun flavor.
What is the "old shoe" and how does it work? expand_more
The old shoe is an item you might fish up that requires you to have one extra point to win. To get rid of it, you need to pass it to another player who has the same or a higher score than you.
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