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Fairytale
The Family's Cooperative Dungeon-Crawler
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Once a joyful family and their beloved pets—Zinon, Eliana, Christian, and Hector—escaped the city for a tranquil cabin retreat, only to find the family vanished without a trace on the second day.
Stunned but resolute, the four animal companions quickly gather their supplies and venture into the unknown forest. They are determined to unravel the mystery and bring their cherished family back home.
Fairytale is a thrilling, narrative-driven dungeon-crawler designed to foster cooperation, wonder, and unforgettable adventures for both families and seasoned gamers.
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Alexander Rybak!
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Fairytale: The Board Game - FAQ
General & Setup
What do I need to start playing Fairytale?
To begin your journey, you need the Core Game box. If you’ve purchased a Digital Expansion (PDF) from our Expansion Hub, you will also need the printed or digital version of that scenario to follow the new story arcs.
How many players can participate?
Fairytale is designed for 1 to 4 players. It features a dedicated Solo Mode where a single “Underdog Hero” faces the forest’s challenges with adjusted rules.
What is the difference between the three game modes?
- Fairytale Campaign: A full, branching narrative experience played over multiple sessions.
- Story Chapter: A standalone session focusing on a specific part of the story.
- Story Twist: Shorter, high-intensity scenarios with unique rule variations.
How do I choose my starting Hero?
Players can choose between Zinon (Pug), Eliana (Cat), Christian (Hamster), or Hector (Gecko). Each has a unique Player Board and specific Talent that influences gameplay.
Gameplay Mechanisms
How do Action Cards work?
Action Cards are used during the Encounter Phase. You can play them to move, attack, or trigger special effects. Remember: once played, they go to your discard pile unless a special ability says otherwise.
What are "Wooden Components" on my Player Board?
These represent your Hero’s physical resources and health. When you take damage or perform certain heavy actions, you may have to remove them. If you lose all your components, your Hero is defeated.
How do I resolve a Challenge?
When the story calls for a Challenge, you roll your designated Weapon Dice. You need to match the required number of “Success” symbols indicated by the scenario to pass.
Can I trade items or cards with other players?
Heroes can share supplies if they are in the same or adjacent groves, depending on the specific scenario rules. Collaborative planning is key to surviving the magical forest!
Combat & Encounters
How is Turn Order determined?
At the start of each round, players decide the order in which Heroes act. Strategy is vital—sometimes the Gecko needs to move first to scout, while the Pug waits to defend.
What happens if I miss an Attack?
Missing an attack doesn’t just mean no damage; some Enemies have “On Miss” abilities that trigger a counter-attack or a negative status effect on your Hero.
How do Hero Talents trigger?
Talents are unique to each pet. They can be activated by spending specific dice results or meeting conditions listed on your Player Board. They often provide the “edge” needed to defeat a boss.
What are "Underdog Dice"?
These are special orange dice used primarily in Solo Mode or when the party is at a disadvantage. They provide extra successes and can activate Hero Talents more easily.
Solo Play
Is the Solo Mode different from the main game?
The core rules remain the same, but the “Underdog Hero” starts with a larger hand (6 cards) and rolls more dice (4 Weapon and 4 Underdog Dice) to compensate for being alone.
How are "Multi-Hero" attacks handled in Solo Mode?
If an enemy ability targets “all Heroes” or “multiple Heroes,” in Solo Mode, all those effects are concentrated on the single Underdog Hero, but they gain specific protection buffs to keep the balance fair.
Digital Expansions & PDF Content coming soon
I bought a PDF scenario; how do I integrate it?
Simply follow the “Setup” instructions in the PDF. It will tell you which map tiles to place and which enemy cards to pull from your core box to create the new adventure.
Are Digital Scenarios harder than the base game?
Our Expansion Hub features various difficulty levels. Some are “Entry Level” for families, while others are “Nightmare” difficulty for veteran players.