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Move a growing cluster of insect pieces with no board. Each insect moves differently, but all pieces must remain part of one connected hive.
- Time to teach
- About 5 min
- Time to set up
- About 0 min
How it plays
Rules at a glance
Your goal
Completely surround the opposing queen; if both queens become surrounded on the same move, the game is a draw.
The flow of play
- 1
Place a piece beside your own color; each player’s first placement is the exception
- 2
Place your queen by your fourth turn; only after placing her may you move existing pieces
- 3
Move one insect according to its movement rules while keeping the hive connected and observing sliding restrictions
A quick introduction to the base game. Use your edition’s rulebook for full setup, card effects and exceptions.
Official rules ↗A feel for the game
portabledurable2 player
Playing times and difficulty are catalog estimates and may vary by group and edition. Consult the official rulebook for complete rules.
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