Jokkmokk: The Winter Market - Official Instruction Manual

Introduction to Jokkmokk: The Winter Market

Jokkmokk: The Winter Market is a captivating board game that transports players to the historic and vibrant winter market in Jokkmokk, Sweden. For over 400 years, this market has been a hub of culture, crafts, and culinary delights. In this game, players embark on a delightful journey through the market, collecting unique items and experiences to achieve victory.

This manual provides comprehensive instructions for setting up, playing, and maintaining your game, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all participants.

Figure 1: The front cover of the Jokkmokk: The Winter Market game box, featuring a lively illustration of the market scene.

Game Components

Before starting your first game, please verify that all components listed below are present in your game box. If any components are missing or damaged, please refer to the Troubleshooting section.

• Game Board: Represents the Jokkmokk market.
• Player Meeples: Two meeples per player, representing family members.
• Market Cards: Two decks of cards used to populate vendor stalls.
• Vendor Stall Tokens: Used to mark vendor stalls on the board.
• Souvenir and Experience Tokens: Various tokens representing items and experiences gained.
• Rulebook: This instruction manual.

Figure 2: A complete set of Jokkmokk: The Winter Market game components, ready for setup.

Setup Instructions

1. Place the Game Board: Unfold the game board and place it in the center of your playing area.
2. Prepare Market Decks: Separate the two market card decks. Shuffle each deck thoroughly and place them face down in their designated spots on the game board.
3. Populate Vendor Stalls: Draw cards from the market decks and place them face up on the vendor stalls around the board as indicated in the rulebook.
4. Player Setup: Each player chooses a color and takes their two corresponding meeples. Place one meeple at the starting space on the board.
5. Distribute Starting Resources: Follow the instructions in the rulebook for any starting resources or cards players receive.

Gameplay (Operating)

Jokkmokk: The Winter Market is played over several rounds, progressing from morning to evening. The goal is to collect the most valuable sets of cards by the end of the game.

Turn Structure

On your turn, you will perform the following actions:

1. Move a Meeple: Choose one of your meeples and move it along the paths on the game board to an unoccupied vendor stall.
2. Claim Item: Take the card from the vendor stall where your meeple landed. This card is added to your hand or scoring area, depending on its type.
3. Refill Stall: Draw a new card from the appropriate market deck and place it face up on the now empty vendor stall.

Figure 3: A player moving their meeple on the game board during a turn.

Collecting Sets

The game features eighteen different sets of cards, with six unique sets used in each individual game. These sets score points in various ways, encouraging strategic play and adaptation. Examples of card types include:

• Presents: Cards representing gifts or souvenirs.
• Skating: Cards related to winter activities.
• Candy: Cards representing delicious treats.

Figure 4: A 'Present' card.

Figure 5: A 'Skating' card.

Figure 6: A 'Candy' card.

End of Game

The game concludes when specific conditions are met, typically when one of the market card decks is depleted or a certain number of rounds have passed. Players then tally their points based on the sets of cards they have collected, majorities in certain categories, and other scoring opportunities defined by the specific sets used in that game. The player with the highest score wins.

Care and Storage (Maintenance)

To ensure the longevity of your Jokkmokk: The Winter Market game, please follow these care and storage guidelines:

• Keep Dry: Store the game in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent warping of the board and cards.
• Handle with Care: Handle cards and components gently to avoid bending, tearing, or creasing.
• Organize Components: After each play session, sort all components back into their designated compartments or bags within the game box to prevent loss and damage.
• Clean Gently: If components become dusty, wipe them gently with a dry, soft cloth. Avoid using liquids or abrasive cleaners.

Troubleshooting

This section addresses common questions and issues you might encounter while playing Jokkmokk: The Winter Market.

Missing or Damaged Components

If you find any components missing or damaged upon opening the game, please contact WizKids customer support. Provide details of the missing/damaged items and your proof of purchase for assistance.

Rule Clarifications

For any ambiguities in the rules, it is recommended to first re-read the relevant section of this manual. Many board game communities also maintain online forums and FAQs where specific rule questions are discussed. Searching for "Jokkmokk The Winter Market rules FAQ" online may provide quick answers.

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