Game looks like a lot of fun but definitely a bit hard to follow at first because of the sheer number of options on each turn. How would you compare this in terms of complexity and your personal enjoyment versus paladins and viscounts? I understand you've only had a couple plays but first impressions are usually a good indicator. Great playthrough as well!
I've play tested the game and have six plays in. I was overwhelmed in my first play test, perhaps in part because the designers were sitting in watching and it was on TTS, but I promise to any who are concerned that once you're familiarized it's fun and easy to take in all the choices. I enjoy all of the West Kingdom games and Raiders of the North Sea and this is already my clear favorite of the bunch. Great video guys - I was already pumped and now I'm more so.
@@JustinandHanna There are definitely a lot of options. And after your first play you will most likely be like "oh man I could have done this, this, and this wayyyy better" But it's really fun out of the gate. And with subsequent plays it just keeps getting better! It's hard to say with so few plays, but it's safe to say it'll be up there or higher than Paladins (Mike's fav) and Architects (Nick's fav)
@@TheBrothersMurph awesome to hear! Was definitely excited to hear about this new trilogy and will without a doubt be getting it when it comes out. Dice placement is such a cool mechanism. You guys turned me onto Rajas of the Ganges a year and a half ago and I still love that game.
I've never played any of these, but I have a friend who LOVES them. They are among her favorite games. I tend to like games that are less war themed or people-in-history themed, I guess? I go for more animals, otherworld fantasy (like LOTR), and things like crafting (ArchRavels)....just a personal preference.
Somehow all the Garfield game have passed me by but your continued praise for this one has made me seek out the play and colour me fascinated. The theme is superb! Love the close ups of the cards, thank you TBM 😊
I am so excited for this game, because I think the theme of this one makes it stand and makes the complexity more palatable because I want to see what kind of vistas I can create. Very, very excited.
...and the Wayfarers playthrough award goes to ( ✉️ 🥁) THE BROTHERS MURPH !!! for outstanding vibe, spectacular commentary, brilliant overlays, fast teach, and nail-biting ending. Thank you for all the hard work!! 🎉🤴🏆🤴🎉
I'm really looking forward to this game! I have all of the West Kingdom and North Sea games, and I really enjoy all of them. I really like games with dice as well, so this one may go to the top of my list of Garphill games.
Looks like Mike needs to Visit-a some more libraries to prevent future rules goofs. Love the clarity you provide by switching shots and sidebars without interrupting flow!
Looks like you two had a good time with this one. I just finished my first solo vs the Space AI (Science Guild tiebreaker win!), blown away how much there is to do in this one. 😅 Reminds me of A Feast For Odin: initially daunting decision space, but a rewarding sense of player agency and discovery with repeated plays. I skipped the West Kingdom trilogy, as I was happily engaged with the North Sea stuff, but jumped onboard when I saw this one! After seeing some of the tasty synergies and combos you two cooked up, looking forward to trying another game soon. 👍
Yoooo! Thanks for doing this video Bros Murph! I am very, very excited to get this eventually. Saw a copy at my local game shop in Bend, OR, and almost bought it. I’m kicking myself, even though it may still be there. Can’t wait to play, you guys made me even more excited to!
This game looks so unique just looking at it. The art of the main board is great and the tableau building looks fun. Cant wait to get home and watch this whole video.
We hope you enjoy the rest of the vid and yeah it’s got a real unique feel to it with all the combo building/tableau building and the public workers who can be taken by anybody vs your own dice which are always your workers. It’s a game we really want to continue to explore because the options feel endless
This is really interesting! Next generation of the Garphill Games is going to be super exciting! Can’t wait for the kickstarter to begin and get this to the table! Good game, gents!
Thank you thank you! And yeah I love that they are deliberately focusing on using dice in different ways for this trilogy! Fantastic first entry and we can't wait for people to get their hands on this one
This game looks amazing! The only Garphill game I've played has been Hadrian's Wall. Dice placement is one of my favorite mechanisms so I will definitely be backing this.
I LOVE this game. Only played 2.5 times (cut short once) on TTS.. Can't wait for the physical kickstarter copy. I couldn't agree more it is a game you do better 2nd time thru.. normally I pick games up really well, but i legit had a 10 minute analysis paralysis turn first time haha. Game is GREAT. Great video guys
Love Paladins and Viscounts. I just finished reading the rulebook, and yes, I know I still have to play it, but I'd be surprised if it didn't rival Paladins for my favorite by them.
I already know I want this game. I mean if Shem wants to send an early copy to a fellow Kiwi for ummmm play testing, I'm happy to oblige. And of course I'm happy to do that for any future games as well. What can I say....I'm generous.
Great video guys. I love the west kingdom series and also the Raiders of the North Sea. I checked the description and I didn't see the link to the upcoming campaign. Did I overlook it?
Big fan of the West Kingdom Trilogy. Looking forward to trying this one out! I cannot believe the score. I thought Mike crushed Nick. Just goes to show the versatility of possible winning strategies. (PS - I forgot to shame Mike for the journaling mistake and shame Nick for missing a free townie somewhere in there).
Nice! We are huge fans of West Kingdom as well. Just love that Shem and Sam are making these trilogies of games that are loosely connected. One of the cooler things to happen in the last several years for sure.
@@TheBrothersMurph thaaaaanks! So 1m wide, or 37". Very comfy. Btw i really liked this gameplay and the game aswell (that i backed). Ill go take a look at more vids
I know that the weight rating isn't always a perfect system, but does this game really feel like a 3.75? I am having so much more trouble with this one than Kanban which is 4.33.
I have mixed feelings on how the game looks on the table. It looks so decentralized and messy. That being said, once I play it, I could completely change my mind.
I think the game looks like a ton of fun, but am I the only one who looks at the board and sees binary code? It kind of takes me out of the theme immersion.
Interesting. I think this game reads to me as mechanics first but then as you look in deeper you see how things tie thematically and it's satisfying. aka you need camels to travel overland and ships to travel over the water etc.
@@TheBrothersMurph I just love how beautifully the cards go together and then I look at the main board and I see: 10 11011 from the top down view and wish that it looked a little less mechanical and completely parchment like color (yes I do realize it is for journaling, but it feels like it could be a little less jarring of black on tan, who spills that much ink in a pattern like that?) It would probably be really neat if they had a black and white star chart (which has a grid on it) on top of the wood desk with the tree of choices on the stars, then around the edges on the wood portion the tiles and then the side on a piece of parchment with the pictures of the towers.
@@TheBrothersMurph I’m a big euro game fan too. Just want to see something fresh and original being done mechanically out of all these games coming out these days.
That's fair. For us we don't really care if a game does anything new. Executing old stuff well, is cool with us. It's always nice when something is new, but in the end it doesn't matter to us
@@TheBrothersMurph I remember in some videos way back when you said you like games that function thematically like games where the mechanics make sense with the theme. How well does the mechanisms tie into the theme with this one for you guys?
What do you think of this game and are you a fan of any West Kingdom or North Sea games?
Game looks like a lot of fun but definitely a bit hard to follow at first because of the sheer number of options on each turn. How would you compare this in terms of complexity and your personal enjoyment versus paladins and viscounts? I understand you've only had a couple plays but first impressions are usually a good indicator. Great playthrough as well!
I've play tested the game and have six plays in. I was overwhelmed in my first play test, perhaps in part because the designers were sitting in watching and it was on TTS, but I promise to any who are concerned that once you're familiarized it's fun and easy to take in all the choices. I enjoy all of the West Kingdom games and Raiders of the North Sea and this is already my clear favorite of the bunch. Great video guys - I was already pumped and now I'm more so.
@@JustinandHanna There are definitely a lot of options. And after your first play you will most likely be like "oh man I could have done this, this, and this wayyyy better" But it's really fun out of the gate. And with subsequent plays it just keeps getting better! It's hard to say with so few plays, but it's safe to say it'll be up there or higher than Paladins (Mike's fav) and Architects (Nick's fav)
@@TheBrothersMurph awesome to hear! Was definitely excited to hear about this new trilogy and will without a doubt be getting it when it comes out. Dice placement is such a cool mechanism. You guys turned me onto Rajas of the Ganges a year and a half ago and I still love that game.
I've never played any of these, but I have a friend who LOVES them. They are among her favorite games. I tend to like games that are less war themed or people-in-history themed, I guess? I go for more animals, otherworld fantasy (like LOTR), and things like crafting (ArchRavels)....just a personal preference.
Great playthrough. Thanks brothers!
Thank you Shem! Thanks for making a great game!
Somehow all the Garfield game have passed me by but your continued praise for this one has made me seek out the play and colour me fascinated. The theme is superb! Love the close ups of the cards, thank you TBM 😊
I am so excited for this game, because I think the theme of this one makes it stand and makes the complexity more palatable because I want to see what kind of vistas I can create. Very, very excited.
Yeah we really adore the theme!
...and the Wayfarers playthrough award goes to ( ✉️ 🥁) THE BROTHERS MURPH !!! for outstanding vibe, spectacular commentary, brilliant overlays, fast teach, and nail-biting ending. Thank you for all the hard work!! 🎉🤴🏆🤴🎉
Thank you kindly!
That playthrough was better than reading the rulebook, thank you. Really cleared it up for me.
Ah cheers we’re happy to hear it was useful!
I'm really looking forward to this game! I have all of the West Kingdom and North Sea games, and I really enjoy all of them. I really like games with dice as well, so this one may go to the top of my list of Garphill games.
Ayyyyye that's rad! You'll have to come back and tell us what you think once you get a chance to play the game!
Looks like Mike needs to Visit-a some more libraries to prevent future rules goofs.
Love the clarity you provide by switching shots and sidebars without interrupting flow!
We got you! Glad you like the style of the videos we're really proud of what we make
Looks like you two had a good time with this one. I just finished my first solo vs the Space AI (Science Guild tiebreaker win!), blown away how much there is to do in this one. 😅
Reminds me of A Feast For Odin: initially daunting decision space, but a rewarding sense of player agency and discovery with repeated plays.
I skipped the West Kingdom trilogy, as I was happily engaged with the North Sea stuff, but jumped onboard when I saw this one!
After seeing some of the tasty synergies and combos you two cooked up, looking forward to trying another game soon. 👍
I think a feast for odin is a great comp. Just choose some stuff to try and then search for synergies and there’s so many possibilities. So fun
Yoooo! Thanks for doing this video Bros Murph! I am very, very excited to get this eventually. Saw a copy at my local game shop in Bend, OR, and almost bought it. I’m kicking myself, even though it may still be there.
Can’t wait to play, you guys made me even more excited to!
Aye thanks! Hope you love it as much as we do!
This game looks so unique just looking at it. The art of the main board is great and the tableau building looks fun. Cant wait to get home and watch this whole video.
We hope you enjoy the rest of the vid and yeah it’s got a real unique feel to it with all the combo building/tableau building and the public workers who can be taken by anybody vs your own dice which are always your workers. It’s a game we really want to continue to explore because the options feel endless
Thank you guys , awesome quality
Thank you so much!
LOL! You guys are so funny! Love you guys! You're both awesome!
Thanks so much for the kindness!
Brill, helped a lot to understand how the game is played...thanks
Just got this yesterday, very excited!
Yasssssss
Awesome job guys. I always love your enthusiasm!
Thanks so much! We are nothing if not enthusiastic
@@TheBrothersMurph I've been considering backing ya'll on patreon for a while. I think this just pushed me over.
Great video! This play through really clarified a lot of questions had. Thanks!
Ok good! Glad it helped give you a good idea of how the game works!
This is really interesting! Next generation of the Garphill Games is going to be super exciting! Can’t wait for the kickstarter to begin and get this to the table!
Good game, gents!
Thank you thank you! And yeah I love that they are deliberately focusing on using dice in different ways for this trilogy! Fantastic first entry and we can't wait for people to get their hands on this one
Thanks for the playthrough guys! This wasn't even in my radar.
Cheers! Keep an eye out for the campaign coming soon!
This game looks amazing! The only Garphill game I've played has been Hadrian's Wall. Dice placement is one of my favorite mechanisms so I will definitely be backing this.
Awesome happy to hear it!
Wow that was close this game looks awesome, thanks for the play through
Yeah it was a nail biter in the end!
I LOVE this game. Only played 2.5 times (cut short once) on TTS.. Can't wait for the physical kickstarter copy.
I couldn't agree more it is a game you do better 2nd time thru.. normally I pick games up really well, but i legit had a 10 minute analysis paralysis turn first time haha. Game is GREAT. Great video guys
The first time you play can feel so overwhelming! Just gotta pick a direction and start walking. Or sailing I suppose
Brilliant explanation.
Thank you!
First playthrough my son got 52 points beating me by 1 point. Love this game, looks great on the table.
Great video. This game looks really good!
Yaaaas it's awesome
What do you usually do when you throw several dice with the same number?
mostly just roll with it unless it's real detrimental in which case I might hunt for an action that allows for some rerolls.
I like the small footprint in this game. Few components and an interesting game.
It starts off small enough anyway but it certainly grows and grows. which is really fun
This series looks cool!
Super excited for the the other games in the trilogy and to explore this game further!
Looks good so far.
Love Paladins and Viscounts. I just finished reading the rulebook, and yes, I know I still have to play it, but I'd be surprised if it didn't rival Paladins for my favorite by them.
Ooooh really hope to hear that it does live up to it! And we can't wait to explore the game even more
I already know I want this game. I mean if Shem wants to send an early copy to a fellow Kiwi for ummmm play testing, I'm happy to oblige. And of course I'm happy to do that for any future games as well. What can I say....I'm generous.
You are a literal saint!
@@TheBrothersMurph I like to think so. My wife uses other words to describe me though.
@@buddha1062 She doesn't love you like we do!
Murph-tastic as always guys 🙂
Murph-tastic mode activate!
Great video guys. I love the west kingdom series and also the Raiders of the North Sea. I checked the description and I didn't see the link to the upcoming campaign. Did I overlook it?
No it's just not been given to us quite yet but once we have it we will add it to the description and such :) stay tuned for sure
Another awesome play through.
Have you guys checked out The wondering towers or its German name Die wandelnden Türme, it looks super interesting!
Oooh haven't heard of that one we will have to look it up!
@@TheBrothersMurph I'm really interested, it looks like a fun family game with some interesting mechanics, seems like it's gone under the radar.
Big fan of the West Kingdom Trilogy. Looking forward to trying this one out! I cannot believe the score. I thought Mike crushed Nick. Just goes to show the versatility of possible winning strategies.
(PS - I forgot to shame Mike for the journaling mistake and shame Nick for missing a free townie somewhere in there).
Nice! We are huge fans of West Kingdom as well. Just love that Shem and Sam are making these trilogies of games that are loosely connected. One of the cooler things to happen in the last several years for sure.
@@TheBrothersMurph ... and then add an optional box that ties them together if you want to
The ink blotches spell I O I I O I. Pronounced properly, that's (eee - yoi - eee - yoi). You're welcome.
😬😯😬 😬😯😬
Our lives are forever changed
Jealous!! Wow, thanks for sharing!
We got you!
Great video!
Thanks so much Aaron!
Crikey mikey didn't expect to see this so soon
Gonna petition Nick to make Crikey Mikey shirts of me as a cartoon riding a crocodile or something
I'm on it
what is the gaming table you're using Brothers?
It is called the origins table from Game Theory Tables :)
@@TheBrothersMurph thaaaaanks! So 1m wide, or 37". Very comfy. Btw i really liked this gameplay and the game aswell (that i backed). Ill go take a look at more vids
Hey thanks so much and we hope you enjoy the other stuff you check out!
I know that the weight rating isn't always a perfect system, but does this game really feel like a 3.75? I am having so much more trouble with this one than Kanban which is 4.33.
I think this one can cause struggle because there’s so many possible choices so that can lead to a lot of brain burn.
Can you have more than 1 worker on a card?
Yes if they are two different colors
The meaning of life is not in the cognition of the object by
Cue Keanu Reeves going "wooooah"
Wish they made an Android port for this one
I think setup is not done correctly otherwise as usually i enjoyed watching
😊
Still have the #viticulture on this video??
Lol thanks for pointing that out! I copy and pasted some generic info from a previous video and I forgot to change that
Plus we want to see if people are checking so you win!
I have mixed feelings on how the game looks on the table. It looks so decentralized and messy. That being said, once I play it, I could completely change my mind.
Yeah we hope so! Everyone’s ultimately gotta try for themselves and see if it’s a fit
Hot fire 🔥
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Being the 666th like feels wrong! Tho i blame all the amazing ppl liking the video before me😂
I think the game looks like a ton of fun, but am I the only one who looks at the board and sees binary code? It kind of takes me out of the theme immersion.
Interesting. I think this game reads to me as mechanics first but then as you look in deeper you see how things tie thematically and it's satisfying. aka you need camels to travel overland and ships to travel over the water etc.
@@TheBrothersMurph I just love how beautifully the cards go together and then I look at the main board and I see:
10 11011 from the top down view and wish that it looked a little less mechanical and completely parchment like color (yes I do realize it is for journaling, but it feels like it could be a little less jarring of black on tan, who spills that much ink in a pattern like that?) It would probably be really neat if they had a black and white star chart (which has a grid on it) on top of the wood desk with the tree of choices on the stars, then around the edges on the wood portion the tiles and then the side on a piece of parchment with the pictures of the towers.
Anyone else getting tired of these euro games where it’s the same old mechanisms just used in deferent ways?
Nope
But to be fair these types of games are 100% up our alley
@@TheBrothersMurph I’m a big euro game fan too. Just want to see something fresh and original being done mechanically out of all these games coming out these days.
That's fair. For us we don't really care if a game does anything new. Executing old stuff well, is cool with us. It's always nice when something is new, but in the end it doesn't matter to us
@@TheBrothersMurph I remember in some videos way back when you said you like games that function thematically like games where the mechanics make sense with the theme. How well does the mechanisms tie into the theme with this one for you guys?