Whale Riders

In Whale Riders, you step into the fins of a whale rider, an ancient tradition of your people who live in harmony with the majestic ice whales. Life along the fabled Ice Coast has always revolved around trade in bustling ports, and now it's your turn to honor this heritage. However, a harsh winter is approaching, with ice thickening and glaciers advancing like never before in centuries. Before the snow covers everything, you decide to embark on one last epic journey with your mount. The goal is clear: sail along the Ice Coast, buying and selling as many resources as possible, accumulating wealth, and perhaps discovering some precious pearls along the way.

This game, featuring the classic touch of renowned designer Reiner Knizia, offers a 45-minute experience for 2 to 6 players. The race is thrilling: you need to go to the end of the Ice Coast and back, optimizing your purchases and sales to gather the money needed to acquire the most coveted prizes. Each turn, you have two actions, but what to do? Sail to a new port? Buy goods? Sell what you already have? Or perhaps draw new order cards to plan for the future? With every decision, you need to keep an eye on your opponents, who might be racing to the same ports and securing the best deals before you. The game ends as soon as all the precious pearls have been purchased, and the wealthiest whale rider will be crowned the winner.

Whale Riders combines accessible rules and quick games with surprising player interaction and strategic choices that will make you think. It's an icy adventure where timing and commercial cunning define success.