Splendor Duel - How To Play

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  • In this video, we're going to learn how to play Splendor Duel! If you have any comments or questions, please do not hesitate to post them in the TH-cam comments below, ensuring you abide by our Code of Conduct: watchitplayed.tv/code-of-conduct.
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    00:00 Intro
    00:36 The Setup
    02:02 Gameplay Overview
    02:41 Optional Action #1: Privileges
    03:34 Optional Action #2: Replenishing the game board
    04:59 Take up to 3 tokens from the board
    06:28 Take 1 gold, reserve 1 jewel
    07:28 Purchasing 1 jewel card
    10:17 Reserving a card prevents opponent from purchasing it
    10:44 Resolving symbols after card purchase
    12:23 Crown Symbol / Royals
    13:23 Count and Discard Gems/Pearls/Gold
    14:11 Win Conditions
    14:45 Conclusion
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ความคิดเห็น • 252

  • @WatchItPlayed
    @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Regarding the Optional actions: On your turn, you first perform none, one, or both of the optional actions (in the indicated order). Then, you must perform one mandatory action.

  • @olafpieters
    @olafpieters ปีที่แล้ว +122

    There simply aren't any better How to Play videos on the net for boardgames. Awesome work, Rodney.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      So glad you've been enjoying them Olaf, thank you!

  • @mertmalcok6567
    @mertmalcok6567 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I really like the way how you stop in between “thanks” and “for watching” all the time. Phenomenal!

  • @sophside9931
    @sophside9931 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    RODNEY IS THE KING!!!!!

    • @akshayagarwala8991
      @akshayagarwala8991 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This is a true statement.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very glad you're enjoying the videos Soph :)

    • @Bad.Ju.Ju.
      @Bad.Ju.Ju. ปีที่แล้ว

      Hail King Rodney!!

    • @Beano4777
      @Beano4777 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      🎺🎺🎺 “ Now presenting… LORD Rodney “🎺🎺🎺

  • @netnoob77
    @netnoob77 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The best how to play presenter on youtube. I am always glad whenever I find one of your videos when I want to learn a new game.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Very kind of you to say, glad you've enjoyed the videos!

  • @Shazam0527
    @Shazam0527 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    As always Rodney - I appreciate your game explanation over everyone else! You're so well spoken and easy to understand.

  • @DanielleCanlas
    @DanielleCanlas ปีที่แล้ว +5

    When learning a new game, my husband and I always look for your 'how to Play' videos. Rodney, you have such a talent of explaining it in such a thorough, fast but excellent way. We are huge gamers and love learning new games. Watched your video and played instantly...for hours!! Thank you!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's such kind feedback, I'm really happy to hear it was helpful and that you had such a good time playing!

    • @daledarling11
      @daledarling11 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agree - it’s always a challenge for my husband and I without Rodney’s help😂.We are both teachers and you have a gift:).

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@daledarling11 That means a lot, thank you!

  • @RafiXavs
    @RafiXavs 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    It's just fantastic how professional you are, mate. You're eloquent, friendly and organized, 3 skills a good teacher ought to possess. Congrats once again for the amazing work you've done.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Very kind of you to take the time to say, glad you're enjoying the videos!

  • @DaveHaenze
    @DaveHaenze ปีที่แล้ว +9

    As always, great video Rodney!
    And loved at the beginning when you showed the old vs the new box, and I thought "Wow, they finally made a box that actually fits the components without a huge amount of air..."

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wait until you see the box size for Sea Salt & Paper!

  • @timmaddams9576
    @timmaddams9576 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved the stood up card shot with the token added while Rodney talked.

  • @elainetyger
    @elainetyger ปีที่แล้ว

    I have played a lot of splendor and have seen already two other non-sponsored videos for this game and this video is the best as far as describing the set up and how the game works very quickly. You are also the only one who did not ridicule reserving a blind card with a gold. I have played a lot of splendor, including many games with sharks who will regularly beat me in under 15 minutes, and where reserving blind is a part of the game. not every game but definitely it shows up often.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well, I avoid reviewing. Things I like might not be the same thing someone else would, and vice-versa. I prefer to just show exactly how the game works and then you can see if it lines up with your particular tastes - glad you liked the video!

  • @Brokenhill42
    @Brokenhill42 ปีที่แล้ว

    My wife and I have been fans of Splendor for years and when I saw this 'duel' version on the shelf I got excited! I'm surprising her with this game on our date night tonight and wanted a leg up on rules so we didn't have to waste time. Thanks for the great how-to in under 15min!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope you both have a great time playing together!

  • @ty_sylicus
    @ty_sylicus ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hype! I love it when they create these "duel" editions of already fantastic games. Not only is the tension usually higher, and the gameplay often different, but it's much easier to get in games in my home.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey, glad this one appeals to you! I hope you get a chance to try it out!

  • @Scrabblerouser
    @Scrabblerouser ปีที่แล้ว

    Splendor Duel is on order and scheduled to arrive tomorrow. Thanks to this video, I'm ready to explain it myself and get to the game much more quickly. Excellent job as always by the best board game teacher on the Internet!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Have a great time playing Eskine!

  • @stevensuggs1292
    @stevensuggs1292 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your how to play videos! And the way you color coordinated your shirt to match the box art!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice catch :) Glad you've been enjoying Steven!

  • @VulturousYeti
    @VulturousYeti ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a fantastic tutorial! Perfectly laid out, enthralling pacing, and just a splendid video!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very kind of you to say - thanks so much!

  • @jeffyoung5923
    @jeffyoung5923 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can’t wait for this. Have on preorder now. You do such a great job. Thanks for the video.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      You're very welcome - have a great time playing!

  • @mjbrophy01
    @mjbrophy01 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love these videos! Thanks for putting them together. Makes board games much easier to learn as a group!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      SO nice to hear - I hope you all have a great time playing!

  • @sarahwinters4771
    @sarahwinters4771 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your rules explanations. You make it so clear and easy to follow. Playing this today. Thanks for the great rules explanation.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope you have a great time playing Sarah - thanks for the kind words!

  • @JamessssssssssSupra
    @JamessssssssssSupra ปีที่แล้ว

    Nothing better than an early holiday gift board game, already covered by your amazing teach videos!! Thank you

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very glad to be able to virtually join you to prepare for some fun gaming over the holidays - have fun!

  • @philipthonemann2524
    @philipthonemann2524 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As usual, this is a beautifully clear explanation of the game. Bravo! Looking forward to playing it with my wife.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      So glad the video was helpful - I hope you both have a great time playing!

  • @kmontzka
    @kmontzka ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for yet another wonderful tutorial video! My wife and I enjoy playing Splendor however this new version adds some new twists that improve the experience. Looking like a fun one to try!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Karl, glad you enjoyed checking out the game!

  • @BoardGameDave
    @BoardGameDave ปีที่แล้ว +8

    After probably about 150 plays of Splendor I'm absolutely ready for this new take on the game! 💎 Thanks as always for the fantastic rules teach, Rodney!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I hope you enjoy checking out this new take on the game Dave :)

    • @BoardGameDave
      @BoardGameDave ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@WatchItPlayed I always enjoy your videos, of course! (By the way, I attempted your effortlessly suave box flip in my latest video and it did not go very well… any tips?) 🤣

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BoardGameDave Wear lots of padding? :)

    • @BoardGameDave
      @BoardGameDave ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed Haha! That is good advice! I'll remember that for next time! 🤣

    • @bobkeaton3234
      @bobkeaton3234 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We just played our “practice game” when we do normally not what we would do, just to see how all the mechanics work, we’re about to start our first serious game, we love it so far, it’s on!

  • @henriwhitehead
    @henriwhitehead ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! I’ve always wanted to play splendor, so this version seems like a must have for my spouse and I.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      And it's super portable, great for taking on a day trip!

  • @rockmediasav
    @rockmediasav 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    First “Rodney” we’ve watched in a couple years and love how much the production quality has grown! Excited to get back into Boardgaming.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Very kind of you to say - welcome back and happy gaming :)

  • @sambobaggins9188
    @sambobaggins9188 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wanted to take a second and thank you for your amazing videos. You’ve helped us have countless hours of fun! Your videos are amazing!!!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's so nice of you to take the time to say - very glad to hear you've been enjoying them!

  • @jensb.2608
    @jensb.2608 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A very good video with detailed explanation.
    Thank you very much Rodney.

  • @samsykes8616
    @samsykes8616 ปีที่แล้ว

    Recently got into board games with my GF. Watching these videos before I even get the game! Going to be extremely helpful.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome to the hobby Sam! Have a great time playing :)

  • @ariadzmin
    @ariadzmin ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loving the new warm lighting set up! And great tutorial as always! Wish you guys can do a GoT The Boardgame Second Edition tutorial one day.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the kind words and the interest!

  • @teejleague3838
    @teejleague3838 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Very cool to see such a classic re-entering the spotlight for a new crowd. :) Great teach!

  • @ChronoMager
    @ChronoMager ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this art! Thanks for the great explanation, I'm probably going to pick this game up ^^

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed what you saw!

  • @El_Nicos
    @El_Nicos ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video, as always. The best board game channel on TH-cam!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      You're too kind - glad you're enjoying!

  • @jameskirk4692
    @jameskirk4692 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for this super clear and helpful tutorial!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Very kind of you to say!

  • @mladensimic5806
    @mladensimic5806 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, I have just bought game and have big expectations! Great video as always, i always watch your videos before buying because it helps me to decide sholud i buy game or not... and sometimes after to lear rules quicker. Thx for great videos , short and easy to understand 😀

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So nice of you to hear, I‘m really glad the videos have been helpful, and I hope you have a great time playing!

  • @thesolitairegambit2556
    @thesolitairegambit2556 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much!
    Can’t wait to try it at game night 😁

  • @47ronins
    @47ronins ปีที่แล้ว

    As usual, best possible way to explain, masterclass

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Very kind of you to say Julien, thanks for checking it out!

  • @itsGabrielaCristina
    @itsGabrielaCristina ปีที่แล้ว

    I picked this up yesterday! Can’t wait to play it

  • @carlyfetzer9464
    @carlyfetzer9464 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another excellent teach, Rodney! And I love the elegant animation that shows up here and there -- like at 10:54. :0)

  • @Somehowwelead
    @Somehowwelead ปีที่แล้ว

    So good! Thanks for reaching me how to play.

  • @marziadigirolamo6133
    @marziadigirolamo6133 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rodney ages like fine wine 😍 he is just the best.

  • @mikkelrasmussen7306
    @mikkelrasmussen7306 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much, Rodney. That was (again) really helpful :)

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      So glad you enjoyed - have a fun time playing!

  • @David-cz7mm
    @David-cz7mm ปีที่แล้ว

    Best structured how to plays EVER! I know it’s lame to say this over and over again, but that’s how it is! 🤷🏽‍♂️😅👍🏼

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Your kind comments are always appreciated, thank you David - very glad you enjoyed!

  • @bobkeaton3234
    @bobkeaton3234 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are our “Go To” when learning a new game we bought.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's so nice to hear - have a great time playing!

  • @BlueTorchWeddings
    @BlueTorchWeddings 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Rodney you are simply the absolute best!!!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Appreciate the continued kind comments Stephen - glad you're enjoying!

  • @metallov3r893
    @metallov3r893 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bruno Cathala is just a master at improving dueling games.

  • @alexstreet8632
    @alexstreet8632 ปีที่แล้ว

    You make games easy to understand!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Alex, so glad this has been helpful!

  • @kaesar98
    @kaesar98 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was a great tutorial, Rodney. Thanks, it really highlighted how this version of the game is different from the original. I'm definitely interested now.
    I got a chuckle out of your one unbuttoned spot in the middle of your shirt. That's the kind of inadvertent dressing style I end up with all too often! LOL

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      I will be haunted by that button for the rest of my life. First time I've noticed.

    • @kaesar98
      @kaesar98 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed LOL - welcome to the Dad Club!

  • @jordancohen6389
    @jordancohen6389 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Legend this was great!

  • @w3nh0ng
    @w3nh0ng ปีที่แล้ว

    Rodney, you are a gem!

  • @sojay9311
    @sojay9311 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thank you for sharing

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're very welcome!

  • @trunkmonkee1971
    @trunkmonkee1971 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking forward to getting a copy 😀

  • @JendersGaming
    @JendersGaming ปีที่แล้ว

    Have never had the chance to play Splendor but it seems like a nice game :)

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for checking it out despite not having tried the original!

  • @cardflopper3307
    @cardflopper3307 ปีที่แล้ว

    very clear tutorial

  • @DeadMyth110
    @DeadMyth110 ปีที่แล้ว

    We all need a friend like Rodney!!!

  • @TheMeepleFactory
    @TheMeepleFactory ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Splendor was a good enough game for two players, but we're excited to play this new game!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope you get a chance to try it out soon!

  • @ilanf2
    @ilanf2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had no idea there was a 2 player version of Splendor. I love how they respected the escence of Splendor, but making sure it worked as a 2 player game.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just released recently in North America - glad you enjoyed what you saw!

    • @bobkeaton3234
      @bobkeaton3234 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s actually harder strategically to play, definitely recommend it.

  • @johnchapman1649
    @johnchapman1649 ปีที่แล้ว

    Played this today, using Your explanation and rules book, can’t go wrong! Thanks. PS I wonder why the designers reduced the card size in this 2 player game? The same happened in 7 wonders duel .

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very glad this was helpful John - have fun playing (not sure on the design choice, but going to guess play testing revealed it was best?)

  • @maximilienmaximilien9871
    @maximilienmaximilien9871 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video. Could you clarify what is the purpose of the spiral? Is it only used during board refill?

  • @kishorepurohit8010
    @kishorepurohit8010 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another gem of a game from Bruno after 7 wonders duel and Sobek…. great Video Rodney.. Eagaerly awaiting the game to hit the stores…. Request if you can do a video for Mandala and Condotiere..

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They've had some great designs!

    • @kishorepurohit8010
      @kishorepurohit8010 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed Got my copy of the game and enjoy playing it with my wife ❤

    • @kishorepurohit8010
      @kishorepurohit8010 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed Request if you can please do a video for Mandala and Condottiere.. pls

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kishorepurohit8010 Hey Kishore, I saw your previous request - thanks for the interest.

    • @kishorepurohit8010
      @kishorepurohit8010 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed ❤

  • @IngridZ
    @IngridZ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ansiosa por esse jogo ser lançado no Brasil adoro jogos de dois ❤

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope you don't have to wait too long!

  • @fernandomeneghetti
    @fernandomeneghetti ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey guys. Great video but I believe you have forgotten to add the link to the video for the original Splendor game in the description, as promised during the outro. Just to let you know so people can find it and see the other one.
    Keep up the good work.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the reminder - link added!

  • @ShineOnYouCD
    @ShineOnYouCD 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Who is here because the game is now on board game arena?

  • @Novica89
    @Novica89 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed every second of this! :) Would you recommend me getting Splendor or Splendor Duel as a first game? Gonna play it with the wife mostly, but perhaps sometimes a few more people as well, so I'm wondering how much better (or is it better even) is Duels compared to regular Splendor when there are 2 people playing ?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey, thanks for the interest. I tend to avoid giving personalized recommendations. What I like, someone else might not - but hopefully the videos here give you a sense of what might fit your tastes best!

  • @Brionkendo
    @Brionkendo 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've never seen anyone so excited about having the right amount of gems to purchase a card 😆

  • @lesliegilmore2240
    @lesliegilmore2240 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the great tutorial. One question came up when we played. What about the gem cards that don’t have a bonus gem or the “match any gem” option in the upper right corner? They are the grey cards and you laid one out in the top row of your tutorial. We got one and didn’t know if the points are applied in any gem row or none. It was important for us because one of us went for the 10pts in one gem category win option.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Because it doesn't have a colored gem, it's not part of any of the colored sets - it just provides the points printed on it (but doesn't count as it's own column or anything)

  • @MrPorko2c
    @MrPorko2c ปีที่แล้ว

    A friend wanted to play this at short notice today and I hadn’t read the rules.
    Me: “Boy I hope Rodney has a video!” 😂

  • @StackedDeckMusic
    @StackedDeckMusic ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, Rodney. Love your videos. Quick rules question: do the optional actions have to take place in order (spend privilege then replenish) if you decide to do both? Or can you replenish first?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great question - you must do them in the indicated order.

    • @StackedDeckMusic
      @StackedDeckMusic ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed thank you so much!!

  • @SaschaKleiber
    @SaschaKleiber ปีที่แล้ว

    A great video, as usual! I also jusdt got the game and played it. While I was playing I noticed something which isn't covered at all in the rules: Grey cards without bonuses. It doesn't say if they all go in a seperate column, or each in its own... Actually the rules don't mention cards without bonuses at all.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Followed up with the publisher. Grey cards that don't have the "wild" effect, do not go into any of the columns, and only count towards the 20 point victory condition (they do not create their own color column that you can use to win for the 10 point victory condition). Hope that helps!

    • @SaschaKleiber
      @SaschaKleiber ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed Great, thanks!

  • @rutgerbouwman6538
    @rutgerbouwman6538 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, Rodney! I have one question that’s been discussed on many forums already: do bonuses act as a discounts before or after purchasing new cards with tokens? In other words: do you spend your tokens first, and then count your bonuses towards the remaining gem cost of the card you want to purchase? Or do you discount the gem cost of the card you want to purchase with your bonuses, and then spend any remaining amount of gems with your tokens? In this video you use the latter example, but I’ve heard some people say that in some tournaments it’s the other way around. I can also imagine a game where someone can hoard all the blue tokens for example, by saving up enough blue bonuses to never have to spend their tokens. Resulting in a major disadvantage for the other player. What’s your take on this?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Rutger, the way I present it in the video is the official ruling - hope that helps!

  • @michieltummers1303
    @michieltummers1303 ปีที่แล้ว

    Two questions:
    1) can you reserve the top card of a deck of cards instead of taking one from the Display?
    2) do you need to do the optional rules in order or can I first replenish then take a chip?

    • @TemujinReads
      @TemujinReads ปีที่แล้ว +2

      1. Yes, you can reserve the top card from any deck (rulebook pg 6).
      2. Optional actions must be taken in the order listed. First, you may return any number of Privileges and take that number of tokens. Then, you may replenish the game board. You can't do them in the reverse order (pg 4).

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep, you'll find this covered in the video - enjoy checking it out!

  • @takeyourchits
    @takeyourchits ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks to you I've never had to read a rulebook

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      I've heard the first thing to do when you open a game is rip the rule book into tiny shreds. I will do my best to ensure you never have to read another rule book again 😉

    • @takeyourchits
      @takeyourchits ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@WatchItPlayed "I'm sure Rodney's made a video for this..." *RIP RIP RIP RIP
      See I did that with SW Rebellion and look where it's gotten me

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@takeyourchits I feel like my SW Rebellion tutorial was VERY thorough. Perhaps the most thorough tutorial I've ever done. Some people are just never satisfied.

  • @jankogo
    @jankogo ปีที่แล้ว

    Rodney, please clone yourself, move to Sweden and join my game group. Your videos are the best.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      I would certainly like to visit Sweden at least! :)

  • @TheBojanasumarac
    @TheBojanasumarac ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! One question: if I have a privilege and use it to take one pink pearl from the board as an optional step and then I take mandatory step and take 3 tokens in a row which include another pink pearl which means that now I have two pearls from optional and mandatory steps does my opponent get a privilege?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The Optional and Mandatory steps are treated separately. If you gained 2 pearls from the Mandatory step itself, then they'd gain a privledge, but in the case you describe, they wouldn't.

    • @TheBojanasumarac
      @TheBojanasumarac ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot for quick answer!

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheBojanasumarac A pleasure to assist!

  • @Xolition
    @Xolition ปีที่แล้ว

    Do the poker chips feel like the nice ones in the first Splendor printing?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      I believe they are a little smaller, but they are the same quality, from what I can tell.

  • @BouldersHOA
    @BouldersHOA ปีที่แล้ว

    At 14:20 What color is the card giving 6 prestige points? What happens when you put the wild card on it right after?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      You'll notice that has no gem in the to right hand corner. It doesn't belong to one of the color groups - it's just worth the 6 points printed on it, and a wild cannot be placed on it (since the wild would have no gem color to copy).

  • @martinmackey7191
    @martinmackey7191 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Rodney, for the optional actions, can you replenish THEN spend a scroll to take a token? Ie, are the optional actions on the player aid ORDERED or UNORDERED? Sorry, my game is in Chinese, i have to come here

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      On your turn, you first perform none, one, or both of the optional actions (in the indicated order). Then, you must perform one mandatory action. Hope that helps!

    • @martinmackey7191
      @martinmackey7191 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@WatchItPlayed thanks

  • @johnchapman1649
    @johnchapman1649 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Rodney, thought I had tis game sorted, but I have a grey topped card with no gem token in top right corner,and a 3 points value top left, I don’t know where to place the card ? Which colour does it go with? Thanks.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Followed up with the publisher. Grey cards that don't have the "wild" effect, do not go into any of the columns, and only count towards the 20 point victory condition (they do not create their own color column that you can use to win for the 10 point victory condition). Hope that helps!

    • @johnchapman1649
      @johnchapman1649 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed thanks Rodney, think it should be in the rule book though.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@johnchapman1649 Oh yes, it certainly should be - something they are likely to add in the next printing.

  • @Fzgig
    @Fzgig 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you tell me why you would put a grey card with the gem bonus symbol onto the grey card with the 6? I don’t understand why you would do that, but maybe I’ve missed out on something. Wouldn’t be the first time in this game 😅

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If you're referring to 14:25 in the video - that was me discussing the benefit of having a certain number of crown symbols (not really meaning to suggest how that card would be used in an actual game situation, where you wouldn't put it on a grey card). Sorry if that caused any confusion.

  • @evanagustian1408
    @evanagustian1408 ปีที่แล้ว

    For the optional phase, if I would like to choose both optional actions (spend privilege scroll & replenish the board), do I have to perform optional action no: 1 first the optional action no. 2 ? Can I perform optional action 2 first then optional action 1 ?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Evan, you must do them in the indicated order.

    • @evanagustian1408
      @evanagustian1408 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed thank you for the information

  • @billmoyes8009
    @billmoyes8009 ปีที่แล้ว

    So taking an optional action does not count as an action? So you can refill the board as an optional action, then take from the board as your main action?

  • @mariabowles5415
    @mariabowles5415 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How many cards can you have in reserve? Did I miss that part?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You might have :) I’m travelling right now and can’t easily check for you, but if there’s a limit I promise you it’s mentioned in the video!

  • @mandulele
    @mandulele ปีที่แล้ว

    Do the standard gray cards without the multi color bonus just count towards your total 20 points?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Depends on what symbols they have. Some provide points, some attach to other colors to become that color (and provide that color bonus).

    • @mandulele
      @mandulele ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed Thank you!

  • @suzannedingley5213
    @suzannedingley5213 หลายเดือนก่อน

    when it's your turn and there are only 3 chips left, say two whites and one red, are you able to take all three? If there are three white left may you take all three? Is there a limit as to how many noble cards one can have? Great game.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hi Suzanne, as long as you're following the rules for taking chips (for example, if they are all in an unbroken row), than yes, you could take all three. For Nobles, you gain one, once you have 3 crowns, and a second if you gain 6 crowns. There isn't a way to gain another royal, so in that way, there's a limit to how may you can have... but it's more that there's a limit on the number of ways to get them, if you know what I mean. Hope that helps!

  • @CWVasques
    @CWVasques ปีที่แล้ว

    I wish this was for 4 players. I like this better than the original!

  • @katiesuitor5473
    @katiesuitor5473 ปีที่แล้ว

    Question regarding 10 max tokens at end of turn.
    If you pick up a few tokens on a turn, say a red and green for a total of 12 tokens, then at the end of your turn you need to return 2 tokens. Does this mean that you can return any color? In essence, this is like trading token colors. Is this right/allowed? This one thing has tripped me up in this and in the original version.
    Thank you for your remarkable videos-❤

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      You can return any of the tokens you have (you don't have to return the most recent ones you took, for example).

    • @katiesuitor5473
      @katiesuitor5473 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow!!
      I’m surprised that this is allowed, but then again, this ability lends itself to being another gaming strategy, if you want different color tokens!
      Thank you for the reply!

  • @edawriter
    @edawriter ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm not sure how the 6 bonus card that costs 8 diamonds works. Is it a wild card that can be assigned to a stone tableau or is it stand-alone? I saw you put a wild card on top of it, which confused me even more. Thanks.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Are you referring to the grey cards? Those are just standalone when they only show points on them.
      The second one I bring on screen at that point you're referring to was just put them on top of each other as a way of organizing them in that shot, but actually, that second one I brought into the shot had the multi-gem symbol, so really (in a proper game situation), should have gone on top of one of the other stacks, as previously explained for those types of cards.

  • @jujurinka6719
    @jujurinka6719 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are the new gems smaller then the old ones.
    I always liked to play with the old ones in my hand

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      They are smaller, but otherwise the same material.

    • @jujurinka6719
      @jujurinka6719 ปีที่แล้ว

      Alright

  • @thatisokay
    @thatisokay ปีที่แล้ว

    Question here: you said your two optional actions could be taken, but is there a rule to the order? If you have 3 scrolls and you wanna use one and then refill the board, is that okay?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      On your turn, you first perform none, one, or both of the optional actions (in the indicated order). Then, you must perform one mandatory action.

    • @thatisokay
      @thatisokay ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed K thanks, I was wondering why anyone would refill without taking a chip first if you have all 3 scrolls, but this makes sense.

  • @PMMagro
    @PMMagro ปีที่แล้ว

    This seems like a must have. Splendor is easy to teach, fast to play and still intresting after a while.
    The two player version seems deeper even better (maybye harder to learn but still).

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey, glad you enjoyed what you saw Peter!

  • @Sweetestsadist
    @Sweetestsadist ปีที่แล้ว

    I just popped in to say that when you're half-awake, the cover to this game in a thumbnail looks like someone is holding up a yellow frog.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol, I think I can see what you mean - which means I'll never un-see it.

  • @kishorepurohit8010
    @kishorepurohit8010 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I take just 1 gem as part of mandatory action (without using the privilege token) ?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Kishore, I’m just travelling right now, so I’m not near my copy of the game to check, sorry!

    • @kishorepurohit8010
      @kishorepurohit8010 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed Thanks Rodney - Have a safe and happy journey

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kishorepurohit8010 Aw, thanks!!

  • @tombernadinecutilletta566
    @tombernadinecutilletta566 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How many coins to put out to start the game for only tqo players? It's very confusing.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm a bit confused by the question, as you can only play this game with 2 players. Can you give me a time tamp to the section of the video you are finding unclear, and then detail your question so I can give you more direct help?

  • @timothyschreiber4372
    @timothyschreiber4372 ปีที่แล้ว

    When does this release?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      I guess that will depend on where you live, but I did see it for sale in Canada.

    • @josevelajr
      @josevelajr ปีที่แล้ว

      It's for sale at my LGS right now.

  • @TheLuminousCleric
    @TheLuminousCleric 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Any reason why pearl was introduced?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good question, but that's probably more of a question for the designers.

  • @jujurinka6719
    @jujurinka6719 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can gold coins be used as perls?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey there, I'm always happy to try to help with rules questions, but if the answer is provided in the video, than I have to direct you there. You'll find an index in the description to help you find the section you might be looking for.

    • @jujurinka6719
      @jujurinka6719 ปีที่แล้ว

      Found it.
      I watched your video, purchased the game...
      Then read the rules at one.
      But in the German translation of the rules it is only stated, that gold chips could be used as a chip of any color.
      So to me it wasn't clear if this includes pearls or not.
      Me and my gf actually played it as the following. If one were to use a gold chip as a pearl the other one were to receive a privalage...

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jujurinka6719 Have a great time playing!

  • @robertbentley3734
    @robertbentley3734 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why do you need to follow the arrows when pulling random jewels out of the bag during set up? Why isnt it just 'fill all the spaces with jewels'?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Robert, that's more of a question for the designers, but I don't think it's necessary (I just taught it that way, because that's what the rules say to do) - as long as you are doing it completely randomly, it should be fine.

    • @christopherbobridge707
      @christopherbobridge707 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can you run out of gems in the bag when doing a refill?

    • @christopherbobridge707
      @christopherbobridge707 ปีที่แล้ว

      In which case it would be important for refills but not for set up.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@christopherbobridge707 Yep! Because players might have gems in front of themselves that aren’t in the discard.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@christopherbobridge707 Yeah, it’s not really necessary for setup, as long as the placement is random.

  • @user-lc4qk7nj8o
    @user-lc4qk7nj8o 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If one person gets 9 nobles, and the other person doesn't have 3 or 6 nobles, can you pick up third noble?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Can you please provide the time stamp to the section of the video you are asking about?

  • @hummingbirdhealing
    @hummingbirdhealing 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi

  • @HassanO_o-jx9vw
    @HassanO_o-jx9vw ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a question, can I have 3 Royal cards?

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nope, because you get one royal if you have 3 crowns, and a second if you get 6. There wouldn't be a way to get a third.

    • @HassanO_o-jx9vw
      @HassanO_o-jx9vw ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed Thank you very much, I really like your video. It helps a lot to understand the game, so keep going👌🏼

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HassanO_o-jx9vw Very glad you're enjoying!

  • @nedeljkodukic7279
    @nedeljkodukic7279 ปีที่แล้ว

    What if on your turn, you are limited already with 10 gems, you don't have a scroll, and you cannot purchase a card? The rulebook does not specify. Me and my wife played this way: we take extra gems (goes over 10 limit) then discard the ones we don't need in order to prepare for a purchase in the next turn.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      You'll find this covered here: th-cam.com/video/h8dhfJGspJI/w-d-xo.html (you can have more than 10 gems "during" your turn, so if you start with 10 gems, you can still collect more - it's only at the end of your turn that you have to discard down).

    • @nedeljkodukic7279
      @nedeljkodukic7279 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed I am aware. But if you have 10 gems at the beginning of the round, optional actions are unavailable, and I have to choose only 1 mandatory action. I don't have enough to purchase a card. I can't pick up gems because I'll go over 10 and then I can't spend them because I cannot pick up gems and spend them on a card during that same turn. The only way you can go over 10 and spend them is if you have a scroll that you can use for an extra gem in order to purchase a card after that. Sorry if I'm not coming through clear.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nedeljkodukic7279 We might be misunderstanding each other a bit. If you start your turn and can't buy a card, but have 10 gems, it probably means you need a different combination of gems. You are saying "I can't pick up gems because I'll go over 10", but as I explained above, you "can" pick up gems and go over 10, but at the end of your turn, you'll have to discard back down to ten. So on a turn like this, you would pick up the gems you do need for a purchase, and then, at the end of your turn you'll have to discard back down to ten gems (and you'll choose to get rid of gems you don't need). Then on your next turn you'll then hopefully have the gems you need to make the purchase you want to make. If you don't, then you'll need to pick up more gems (and discard after again). If the board doesn't have any of the gems you need, then as your optional action, you should choose to refill the board, so you can have better options.
      I'm basically repeating what you said in your first post that you and your wife decided to do, but that's also what the rules allow you to do ;) I just wanted to help make that clear (since it seemed like you thought it wasn't allowed).

    • @nedeljkodukic7279
      @nedeljkodukic7279 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@WatchItPlayed that's exactly what I thought. I thought I was doing something wrong or was not allowed, but it actually makes sense now that you said it that way. Thanks for clearing that up in my mind 😁. Love your work. Cheers.

    • @WatchItPlayed
      @WatchItPlayed  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nedeljkodukic7279 Happy to help!