Tectonic Tribes,
card game from
Jolly Dutch: a strategic and interactive game where five tribes compete for control over the ever-shifting landscape of Joldu.
In Tectonic Tribes, players enter the dynamic world of Joldu, where tectonic plates constantly reshape the terrain. By cleverly placing territory and tribe cards, players build forests, lakes, and diamond mines while vying to have the most tents adjacent to these regions. Only the tribe with the majority around a territory earns points, making strategic planning and perfect timing essential.
How do you play Tectonic Tribes?
- Each player receives a set of numbered cards.
- Each round, players simultaneously reveal a card; the highest number plays first.
- Cards must overlap 1 to 5 areas on the table.
- Territory cards expand areas; tribe cards place tents next to those areas.
- At the end, only the tribe with the most tents adjacent to an area scores points.
Why is this game a must-have?
Tectonic Tribes blends simple rules with deep strategic choices. The dynamic gameplay and shifting territory ensure high replayability, while interactive elements keep everyone engaged. It's language-independent and includes rules in Dutch, English, French, and German—perfect for multilingual groups and international play.
Box Contents:
- Game cards
- Rulebook in Dutch, English, French, and German
Game Specifications:
- Players: 2–5
- Age: 8+
- Duration: approx. 30 minutes
- Type: Card game, strategy
- Publisher: Jolly Dutch
- Language: Language-independent (rules in NL/EN/FR/DE)
- Language dependency: None
- Weight: approx. 200 grams
- Box dimensions: approx. 12 × 9 × 2 cm