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Villagers of the Oak Dell

Two Acorns Games · Board game · 2023
1–100 · best 2 Solo 20–40 min Weight 2.0/5
6.5 rating Ludopedia
7.6 rating BGG
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6.5 rating Ludopedia
7.6 rating BGG
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RECOMMENDED

If you like roll‑and‑write games with building themes and a dash of danger, Villagers of the Oak Dell will click.

Highlights
  • Smooth resource management
  • Fast decision making
  • Included campaign mode
Keep in mind
  • Needs translated sheets
  • No physical components
  • Potential negative points
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Villagers of the Oak Dell is a fast‑paced Euro‑style roll‑and‑write where each match tells the story of founding and expanding a village. Over eleven rounds, players lay down roads, houses, mines and other buildings, recruit villagers and, if they wish, guards to fend off marauders. Each round starts with one player rolling four special dice; any swords rolled trigger a marauder attack that all players mark, and if they haven’t hired guards by game end they incur negative points. After the roll, every player picks one of the dice—any number of players can take the same die—and uses the two resources shown (one from the outer ring, one from the inner symbol) on their personal village sheet. Throughout the game, buildings, mines and special workers grant extra resources, and every three rounds (a season) certain structures fire special actions, adding strategic depth. Scoring comes from built structures, stored resources and recruited guards. The game also offers a scenario‑based campaign and a two‑player duel mode. As a Print & Play title, you only need printed sheets and dice, though a translated sheet is recommended. Perfect for fans of quick decisions, resource management and the occasional surprise marauder attack.

Rules videos

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Best player count

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1–100 players
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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Dice Rolling Drawing Paper-and-Pencil

Categories

Dice Print & Play

Families

Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Mechanism: Roll-and-Write Series: Oak Dell (Two Acorns Games)
Publisher Two Acorns Games
Designer Michał Łopato, Przemysław Fornal
Artist Roman Kucharski

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can play?
1 to 100 players, making it suitable for massive groups or solo play.
What is the playing time?
Typically 20–40 minutes, depending on player count.
How complex is the game?
Light (weight 2/5), easy to learn and quick to play.
What components are required?
Printed sheets (Village map, Dice sheet), four standard dice, and a pen or pencil.
Who is the game best for?
Fans of roll‑and‑write, village‑building, and Print & Play games who enjoy fast decision‑making.

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