How to Play Caverna: The Cave Farmers

Introduction

Caverna: The Cave Farmers is a strategy board game for 1-7 players aged 12 and up. The goal of the game is to build the best cave farm by managing your resources, expanding your cave, and raising animals.

1. Setting Up the Game:

• Each player chooses a color and takes the corresponding player board and starting resources (wood, stone, food, and animals).
• Place the main game board in the center of the table and arrange the resource tokens, animal tiles, and building tiles nearby.
• Sort the cards into their respective decks (rooms, professions, events, and market).

2. Gameplay Overview:

• The game is played over 12 rounds, and each round consists of three phases:
  • Action Phase: Players take turns placing workers on action spaces on the main board or their player board to gather resources, construct buildings, raise animals, or take other actions.
  • Harvest Phase: Players collect resources from their farms and animals.
  • Income Phase: Players gain income based on their buildings and animals.

3. Building Your Cave Farm:

• To build a cave farm, players use various resources to construct building tiles, which represent different rooms and structures.
• Buildings can provide special abilities, increase resource production, or house animals.

4. Raising Animals:

• Players can raise different animals, such as sheep, cows, pigs, and horses, which provide various benefits, including resources, food, and victory points.
• Animals can be bred to increase their population and improve their abilities.

5. Managing Resources:

• Managing resources is crucial in Caverna: The Cave Farmers.
• Players must balance their resources carefully to construct buildings, raise animals, and feed their growing family.

How to Play Caverna: The Cave Farmers for Beginners

1. Start Small: For beginners, it’s best to start with a smaller number of players (2-3) to learn the basics of the game.

2. Focus on Buildings: Initially, focus on building essential buildings that provide basic resources and enable you to expand your cave farm.

3. Animal Husbandry: Start with a few animals that provide essential resources like food and wood. Gradually increase your livestock as you expand your farm.

4. Resource Management: Keep a close watch on your resources and ensure you have enough to cover your needs and build new structures.

5. Balance Actions: Strike a balance between building, resource gathering, and expanding your family. Neglecting any aspect can hinder your progress.