Abstract Strategy · Nautical

Volcano Cove

In Volcano Cove two warring nations discover gold mines within a disputed cove. To win the game, sink all enemy ships, or be the first to earn 7 gold. But watch out for the volcano. If your opponent’s prayers to the volcano gods are successful, lava could engulf your fleet.

2 players15 minages 8medium difficulty

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About the game

What is Volcano Cove

Volcano Cove is a beautiful 2-player game that packs a large punch. Games last 10-15 minutes while providing drama and strategic decisions around every turn. Since there are multiple paths to victory, you’ll need to watch your opponent carefully and look for weaknesses you can exploit.

Both players share a zero-sum Gold Track. When you earn 1 gold your opponent loses 1 gold, and vice versa. This means when you buy extra ships or movement, you are giving your opponent gold in exchange for the advantage. You earn gold by sinking enemy ships, occupying gold mine spaces, having 3 Battle Coins at the end of your turn, and by praying to the volcano gods and successfully causing an eruption.

You start your turn by building your fleet, sailing, and declaring any battles you’d like. When fighting, your Battle Strength is equal to the number of coins that make up your ship (ships can be built up to 3 coins high) plus any Battle Coins you commit. Three Battle Coins float between both players throughout the game. If you commit a Battle Coin to a battle, you have a higher Battle Strength for the current battle, but you must pass any committed Battle Coins to your opponent.

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