Wild Pirates

A game by Jürgen P. Grunau

3 - 5 Players 30 - 45 minutes Simple

Hand Management, Trick-taking

Card Game, Nautical, Pirates, Racing

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Description

Get ready to set sail with Wild Pirates, a classic board game from 1989 designed by Jürgen P. Grunau. This thrilling game is perfect for 3 to 5 players and can be learned in no time, thanks to its simple rules. In just 30 to 45 minutes, you'll be racing your pirate ship around a series of islands, trying to be the first to reach the treasure. The game mechanics are based on hand management and trick-taking, which adds a fun layer of strategy to the gameplay. As you play, you'll need to think carefully about which tricks to win and when, because the number of tricks you take determines how many spaces your ship can move. But beware, some spaces can send you forward or backward, limit your movement, or even force you to take the long way around an island. And if you land on an opponent's ship, you'll send them back to the closest harbor, giving you a chance to take the lead. With its unique blend of strategy and luck, Wild Pirates is a game that's full of surprises and excitement. Whether you're a fan of nautical adventures, pirates, or just love a good racing game, Wild Pirates is sure to delight. So gather your friends and get ready to hoist the sails and start racing for treasure.