Board Game Geek Rating: 6.59; Avg Player Rating: 7.08. For 2 - 5 players, published in 2018. This is the Kickstarter Edition of Mottainai Mini and the Wutai Mountain expansion. Note: paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless stated otherwise. 'Mottainai' means 'Don’t waste' or 'Every little thing has a soul'. It's a card game, a spiritual successor to Glory to Rome. In the game, each player is a monk in a temple. You perform tasks, collect materials, and sell or complete works for visitors. Every card can serve multiple purposes. Clever planning and material management are key. Mottainai: Wutai Mountain adds 54 new 'Om works' cards. Once completed, these works let you tuck helpers, materials, and sales directly under them, bringing new strategic decisions. You can download a full print - and - play PDF and the expansion rules. At TheGameSteward, a portion of your purchase of this bundle will go towards backing new games on Kickstarter. Contact us if you have any purchase or game advice questions.

How to play: In Mottainai, each player acts as a monk in a temple. Use your cards to perform tasks, collect materials, and complete or sell works. When choosing tasks, remember other players can follow up on your task next turn. In the Wutai Mountain expansion, use the new Om works cards. Once completed, you can tuck helpers, materials, and sales under them instead of under your temple mat. Note: This is the Kickstarter Edition. Paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless stated otherwise. Also, Board Game Geek ratings are just a reference. Maintenance: Keep your cards in a dry and cool place to prevent damage. Store them in a proper card sleeve or box to avoid wear and tear. Have fun playing this strategic card game, and don't hesitate to contact The Game Steward if you have any questions.