Expeditions (Sequel To Scythe) - How To Play

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00:00 - Introduction
00:47 - Setup
03:21 - Game Play Overview
04:07 - Taking Actions
05:35 - Action: Moving
06:50 - Entering A Face Down Location
08:09 - Action: Gather
08:52 - Gather: Gaining Workers
09:24 - Gather: Gain A Face Up Card
09:59 - Your Active Row vs. Your Hand
11:10 - Gather: Gain A Card
11:28 - Gather: Draw Two Gain One
11:44 - Gather: Sweep
12:00 - Gather: Rescue
12:23 - Gather: Gain Guile Or Power
12:44 - Gather: Gain Coins
13:06 - Gather: Gain A Map Token
13:12 - Gather: Meld A Meteorite
13:48 - Card Colors
13:54 - Cards You "Control"
14:38 - Gather: Upgrade
15:09 - Gather: Boast
16:00 - Action: Play
16:16 - Core Values
16:27 - Conditions
17:07 - Assigning A Worker To A Card
17:51 - Play Abilities: OR Options
18:09 - Play Abilities: Discard
18:30 - Play Abilities: With Meld Conditions
18:40 - Play Abilities: The Previous Card
18:54 - Play Abilities: Trash
19:21 - Play Abilities: Available Workers
19:30 - Play Abilities: Items
20:16 - Play Abilities: Activate Other Cards
20:46 - Play Abilities: Solve
21:58 - Play Abilities: Vanquish
23:29 - Refresh
24:23 - Gather: Refresh Cards & Workers
24:42 - Gather: Gain A Single Benefit
24:56 - Gather: Resolve An Adjacent Card Ability
25:29 - Gather: Play A Single Card
24:46 - Benefits Are Optional
26:06 - Your Unique Ability
26:45 - All The Goals
27:42 - Ending The Game
27:51 - Final Scoring
28:38 - Determining The Winner
29:13 - Achievements and the Solo Mode
29:24 - Conclusion

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[aarondovauo]

Been watching your channel off and on, since you used to play with your kids, and it’s impressive how you have moved from strength to strength. Just a solid teach, and made an already smooth rulebook and game an easy transition for my son.

We played a few rounds to get our hands dirty, then I sat him down and we watched your bit. Every once in a while I’d catch him nodding his head in agreement, or muttering about something you’d mentioned. Then we went back for a few more rounds, before setting it aside to finish together tomorrow.

It takes a good teacher to be able to make the subject relevant to both a 50-year old dad and his 7-year old son! Thanks for helping us have yet one more thing we enjoy sharing together.

[velderak]

Seeing Rodney teach Expeditions is just so wonderful. I first came to this channel to learn Scythe years ago and seeing him now teach the sequel makes me so happy :) Can't wait to get my hands on a copy!

[pascalbedard]

I'm late to the party, but I have to say that you really are the king of "How to play" videos. I read the rules, tried a few rounds by myself and then watched your video. You answered any questions I had left. Thank you.

[msmilder]

I don't think I've ever seen such bright and cheerfully colored tiles representing corruption in a game before hehe.

[davelloyd]

Rodney - just to say an enormous thank you! Your positivity, clear explanations and general approach make these videos both incredibly helpful and a joy to watch. Thank you so much for all you do.

[Amyxiola]

Thanks! I really benefit from watching your tutorials. It’s comprehensive and direct.

[jacobstein]

I have watched a lot of videos over the years to learn how to play. I've watched ones here and many other channels. This video is damn impressive. You made the teach of this game feel natural, smooth and effortless. I know not everyone can handle this game because there is more going on than they may enjoy. But this teach could make anyone feel like they are capable and not intimidated by what is otherwise quite a game to learn. I'm just in awe. Well done.

[McBehrer]

love the video as usual. I just found out this game existed a couple days ago, and instantly purchased it when I read "sequel to Scythe" and "Jamey Stegmeier, " before I even saw how it's played. I'm glad to see so many of the Stegmeier Classics make a return, but in a more streamlined fashion, like placing stars, increasing power, getting variable points for stars based on other factors, etc. Super excited to get this one to the table

[Samuel-xcom]

Rodney’s videos are always such a good time! One of the reasons why I love board games as a hobby is how welcoming and wholesome the community generally is, and I’ve always felt that Rodney exemplified that really well!

[pagemasterjim]

Having just rewatched the Scythe video this weekend in order to teach it to new players, this was a welcome surprise! Plus I was talking about Expeditions at the table. Kismet. It was incredible to see the immediate growth you have had as a person when it comes to teaching and see how much the production values have improved as a channel. Lessons learned all around, and that makes me quite happy!

Also, as someone who has literally everything for Scythe, I was on the fence about Expeditions. I have a collection of close to 400 games (I think) and have been slowing down new acquisitions. This helped me decide that I will almost definitely be adding this to my collection!

[ulkesh]

Rodney is amazing, and Jamey is hitting yet another one out of the park! I cannot wait to get this to the table and get any and all game upgrades they may come out with :)

[MrYetiman]

By far the best board game teacher on YouTube

[koriel-in-real-life]

Getting ready to play this game for the first time today, and I’m feeling much more confident after watching this, thank you!!!

[jonglas]

Your videos are very helpful and well-edited. the highlighting and way you emphasize the components when explaining a rule is an excellent way to explain the rules. I know how time consuming that editing can be and I'll just say, bravo good sir :)

[FrankMinogue]

Since Scythe is our favorite game, I was wanting to check this game out. Jamey has done it again! This looks really amazing. This definitely is coming to a game room near me. Thank you Rodney, for another great video. You are simply the best.

[LeftyWriterTx]

We just finished playing Scythe for the first time a few days ago and I was curious how it compares to Expeditions. We have an upcoming game con in a few weeks and your most helpful video will allow us to hit the ground running with Expeditions. Thanks for yet another superior "how to play" vid!

[knwgl]

Rodney what a magnificent flip at the beginning! I wow'ed out loud :D And a great teach as always. You get better with every video. Can't wait for my Preorder to arrive!

[Guinibee]

Literally the 🐐 of teaching board games. Also phenomenal flip in the beginning, Rodney.

[frankzed]

I came looking for a Rodney on Expeditions. Thank you sir. You are the best at what you do.

[Tylerjstratton]

Another fantastic video Rodney. You are the golden standard of board game instruction!