Official Cartagena Rules
How To Play Cartagena
2 - 5
Players
7+
Ages
45 MIN
Play Time
$27
Price
Cartagena transports players to the historical events of 1672, recreating the daring pirate-led jailbreak from the fortress of Cartagena. The objective is to guide your group of six pirates through the underground passage connecting the fortress to the port, where an awaiting sloop promises escape. Victory lies in being the first to shepherd all six pirates to freedom.
To maneuver your pirates through the passage, players must play cards from their hand, each adorned with one of six symbols representing various obstacles and landmarks. By playing a card, a pirate advances to the next corresponding symbol, strategically leaping over fellow pirates already stationed at matching symbols. However, acquiring more cards requires a tactical retreat; moving one of your pirates backward to the first space occupied by one or two pirates allows you to draw one or two cards. Each turn, players are allotted 1-3 actions, including forward or backward movement, or a combination of both.
As pirates reach the end of the passage and board the awaiting sloop, the challenge intensifies. With fewer pirates available for movement, players face the dilemma of limited options and potential strategic constraints. Planning ahead becomes paramount to avoid being stranded without viable actions. In Cartagena, every decision counts as players navigate the perilous passage towards victory, ensuring an engaging and strategic gaming experience.
To maneuver your pirates through the passage, players must play cards from their hand, each adorned with one of six symbols representing various obstacles and landmarks. By playing a card, a pirate advances to the next corresponding symbol, strategically leaping over fellow pirates already stationed at matching symbols. However, acquiring more cards requires a tactical retreat; moving one of your pirates backward to the first space occupied by one or two pirates allows you to draw one or two cards. Each turn, players are allotted 1-3 actions, including forward or backward movement, or a combination of both.
As pirates reach the end of the passage and board the awaiting sloop, the challenge intensifies. With fewer pirates available for movement, players face the dilemma of limited options and potential strategic constraints. Planning ahead becomes paramount to avoid being stranded without viable actions. In Cartagena, every decision counts as players navigate the perilous passage towards victory, ensuring an engaging and strategic gaming experience.
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