Targi

2012

Experience the rich Tuareg culture as you trade goods, play tribal cards and strategize to gain victory points in the immersive and captivating Targi Board Game.

60
minutes

2 - 2
player(s)

12+

Medium

About the game

Targi is a captivating and strategic board game that transports players to the fascinating world of the Tuareg tribespeople, who live in the Sahara desert. In this game, you’ll find yourself immersed in a distinct culture, striving to gain wealth and influence within your tribe.

The setting of Targi is the vast, arid Sahara desert, which is beautifully represented on the game board. The board is divided into a grid of squares, with each square representing different resources such as dates, pepper, salt, and gold. There are also special squares that represent tribal cards, which give players unique abilities and perks.

Game components Unboxing the fun!

The board game ‘Targi’ comes with a variety of components, each serving a unique function within the game. Here’s a detailed description of each component, its purpose, and its interaction with the game:

1. Game Board:

The Game Board is a central component in ‘Targi’. It represents the desert landscape where the game takes place and provides an area for players to place their tribe markers and perform actions. The board is made up of a grid of cards, with the outer border cards showing possible actions and the inner cards showing goods or tribes.

2. Goods Cards:

Goods Cards are used to collect resources in the game. There are three types of Goods Cards: Salt, Pepper, and Dates. Players can acquire these cards by placing their tribe markers on the corresponding spaces on the game board. Goods are needed to pay for other cards or for scoring points at the end of the game.

3. Tribe Cards:

The Tribe Cards represent the various tribes in the game. Players can gain these cards by meeting certain conditions and paying the necessary goods. Each Tribe Card provides a unique advantage or bonus to the player who owns it, such as additional resources, special actions, or extra points.

4. Tribe Markers:

Players use the Tribe Markers to indicate their choices on the game board. Each player has a set of Tribe Markers which they can place on the board to claim Goods Cards or Tribe Cards, or to perform special actions. The placement of Tribe Markers is a crucial part of the game’s strategy.

5. Targia Figure:

The Targia Figure is a special marker that moves around the border of the game board. The position of the Targia Figure determines which actions are available to the players. The Targia Figure is moved by the players in turn.

6. Robber Figure:

The Robber Figure is another special marker in the game. It moves along the border of the game board opposite to the Targia Figure. When the Robber Figure lands on a space, it blocks the action associated with that space, preventing players from using it.

7. Gold Coins:

Gold Coins are a valuable resource in ‘Targi’. Players can earn Gold Coins through certain actions or by trading goods. Gold Coins can be used to purchase Tribe Cards or saved for scoring points at the end of the game.

8. Victory Point Tokens:

Players earn Victory Point Tokens by fulfilling certain conditions throughout the game. The player with the most Victory Point Tokens at the end of the game is declared the winner.

Game setup Lay it out, line it up, let’s go

‘Targi’ is a two-player board game that revolves around the theme of trading among the Tuareg tribes in the Sahara desert. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to set up the game.

Setting up the Player Roles:

Decide which player will be the ‘Starting Player’. This player will have the starting player marker and will begin the game.
The other player assumes the role of the ‘Second Player’.

Setting up the Board:

Place the 16 border cards in a 4×4 grid on the table with the robber figure in the ‘Fata Morgana’ card.
Shuffle the 45 tribe cards and place them as a facedown draw pile next to the game board.
Draw 12 tribe cards from the pile and place them face up in the 12 spaces in the middle of the border cards.

Initial Resources:

Each player receives 2 salt, 2 pepper, and 1 date as starting resources.
Each player also receives 2 Targia figures and 3 Tribe markers in their color.

Setting up the Random Elements:

Shuffle the 11 goods cards and form a facedown draw pile. Reveal the top 2 cards and place them face up next to the draw pile.
Shuffle the 16 sand dune cards and form a facedown draw pile. The top card of this pile is revealed and placed face up next to the draw pile.

Now that the setup is complete, you’re ready to start the game. Have fun trading and building your Tuareg tribe!

End of the game All good games must come to an end

Targi is a strategic board game where players assume the role of leaders of a Tuareg tribe, trying to increase their prosperity and influence in the desert. The game ends when a player fills their display with a total of 12 tribe cards, or when the robber has made a complete circuit of the border cards.

The following are the victory conditions and actions players must take before final scoring:

Tribe Cards: The game ends immediately when a player buys their 12th tribe card. This card completes their display. Players then add up their victory points from tribe cards.
- Cards in the player’s display count their printed victory points.
- Some cards offer extra points for specific combinations or for certain goods.
Robber: If the game has not ended by the time the robber completes a full circuit of the border cards, the game ends.
- Players add up their victory points from tribe cards, as above.
- Players also add 1 victory point for each gold nugget and each victory point on goods cards.

At the end of the game, the player with the most victory points is the winner. In the event of a tie, the player with the most gold nuggets wins. If there is still a tie, the player who is earlier in player order wins.

Scoring Did you outsmart your rivals?

‘Targi’ is a strategy-based board game, where players earn victory points by gathering resources, trading goods, and placing tribe cards on the tableau. The scoring system is as follows:

Tribe cards:

Each tribe card placed on the tableau earns players a specific number of victory points, as indicated on the card. These can range from 0 to 3 points.
Players also earn additional victory points if they manage to form a row or column of tribe cards with the same symbol. The total points earned in this way is equal to the number of cards in the row or column.

Goods and resources:

Players earn 1 victory point for every 3 resources (salt, pepper, and dates) they have at the end of the game.
Each gold nugget a player has is worth 2 victory points.

Nobles:

Players can also earn victory points by placing nobles on the tableau. The number of points each noble is worth is indicated on the card.

Raids:

Each player loses 1 victory point for every raid marker they have at the end of the game.

Tie-breaking rules:

If two or more players have the same number of victory points at the end of the game, the player with the most gold nuggets wins.
If there is still a tie, the player with the most resources wins.
If there is still a tie, the player with the fewest raid markers wins.
If there is still a tie, the victory is shared.

In ‘Targi’, strategic planning and efficient use of resources are key to earning the most victory points and winning the game.

Particular Cases and Exceptions Wait… is that legal?

‘Targi’ is an engaging, two-player strategy board game that is centered around trading and tribal influence in the desert. Players aim to gain the most victory points by placing their Targi figures strategically on the border cards and by claiming Tribe cards. Here are some important rule clarifications and exceptions:

1. Interaction of the Robber Marker and the Targia:

When the Robber marker moves onto a card occupied by the Targia, the Targia is forced to move to an adjacent card of the player’s choice. However, if all adjacent cards are already occupied, the Targia must be placed back into the tent and can be used again only in the following round.

2. Fata Morgana Card:

The Fata Morgana card allows a player to move one of their Targi figures from one goods card to another. However, this action can’t be used to move a Targi onto a Tribe card or a card already occupied by the opponent’s Targi.

3. Nobles Cards:

Nobles cards can only be claimed by a player if they have enough gold. If a player does not have enough gold to pay for a Nobles card, they cannot claim it even if they have a Targi figure on it.

4. Targi Figure Placement:

A player cannot place their Targi figure on a border card that is occupied by the opponent’s Targi figure or the Robber. They must choose an unoccupied card.

5. Goods and Gold Limits:

Each player can only have a maximum of 10 goods and 10 gold at any time. If a player would gain more than this limit, they must discard down to the maximum.

Tips and tricks Play smarter, not harder!

Targi is a challenging strategy board game that combines tactical considerations and luck. To win, you need to create the most valuable desert display. Here are some advanced strategies, beginner tips, common mistakes to avoid, and ways to optimize gameplay.

Advanced Strategies:

Always try to have a good balance between resources and victory points. Too much focus on either can put you at a disadvantage.
Plan your moves ahead. If you can predict what your opponent is likely to do next, you can adjust your strategy accordingly.
Pay attention to the order of the cards in the display. This can help you plan your moves and anticipate what cards will be available in the future.

Beginner Tips:

Start by focusing on gathering resources. Once you have a good supply, you can start thinking about purchasing cards for victory points.
Try to block your opponents. If you see that they are about to complete a valuable row or column, consider taking the card they need if it won’t negatively affect your own strategy.
Don’t forget about the Targia. She can be a valuable asset, especially in the later stages of the game.

Common Mistakes:

Not balancing resources and victory points: It’s easy to get caught up in collecting resources and forget about victory points, or vice versa. Make sure you’re keeping an eye on both.
Taking too long to start collecting victory points: The game can end suddenly when the deck runs out, so make sure you’re not left behind in the race for victory points.
Ignoring your opponent’s strategy: Even if you’re focused on your own game, it’s important to keep an eye on what your opponent is doing. If they’re about to complete a valuable row or column, you might need to adjust your strategy.

Ways to Optimize Gameplay:

Keep track of the cards that have been played. This can give you an idea of what cards are left in the deck and help you plan your moves.
If you’re struggling to keep track of everything, consider using tokens or markers to help. For example, you could use a token to mark the last card in the display, so you know what cards will be available next.
Try different strategies. The best way to improve your game is to experiment with different approaches and see what works best for you.