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Expansion for Istanbul

Istanbul: Mocha & Baksheesh

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Published
2015
Reach
Well known (via base game)
Players
2–5
Play time
40–60 min
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Main mechanics

  • Dice rolling
  • Route building
  • Dice rolling: Dice create swing and force you to adapt.
  • Route building: You connect points on a map and defend the connection.
Full publisher description

Selling precious fabrics, the finest of spices, and the freshest of fruits in Istanbul was very good for business. But now the customers at the bazaar have discovered a new delicacy: coffee! As the cunning merchant you are, you sense the fortune you can make by selling the tasty bean. To overcome these new challenges, you will need more help than just that of your assistants. Luckily, for a baksheesh, the guests at the tavern are willing to take a little side job. Also, at the guild hall, you can find the valuable help you need. The first expansion for Istanbul , the 2014 Kennerspiel des Jahres, Istanbul: Mocha Baksheesh brings four new places, more interaction between the players, and new ways to gain the coveted rubies. The Bazaar favorite of all gaming enthusiasts just got a little more attractive.

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