# Villagers of the Oak Dell

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 7.6
- **BGG Rank**: #9156
- **Players**: 1-100 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 20-40 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Michał Łopato, Przemysław Fornal
- **Artists**: Roman Kucharski
- **Publishers**: Two Acorns Games
- **Categories**: Dice, Print & Play
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Drawing, Paper-and-Pencil

## Verdict
If you like roll‑and‑write games with building themes and a dash of danger, Villagers of the Oak Dell will click.Smooth resource managementFast decision makingIncluded campaign modeNeeds translated sheetsNo physical componentsPotential negative pointsRECOMMENDED

## Description
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.

## FAQ
### 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.