Board game named "TRAILBLAZER" with a subtitle "An Adventure in American Trivia" on its cover, featuring stylized artwork with a cowboy on a horse and a steam train, with mountains in the background. The game is marked as "USA MADE".
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Trailblazer (1981)

ByMichail

Trailblazer is a board game that was published by Metagaming Concepts in 1981. It is a science fiction microgame that simulates interstellar trading. The game has gained some popularity and significance due to its unique theme and mechanics.

Game Components of Trailblazer

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Game Setup of Trailblazer

Prepare the game board and place it in the center of the playing area.Shuffle the cards and place them face down in a draw pile.Each player is dealt a hand of cards.

Gameplay Mechanics of Trailblazer

In Trailblazer, players take turns to perform actions, which include:Buying and selling goodsTrading goods with other playersGaining points for completed missionsThe goal is to earn the most points by the end of the game.

Game Objective of Trailblazer

The objective of Trailblazer is to earn the most points by building biking, hiking, and kayaking loops from their campsites of the matching trail type. Players can also gain points by completing missions and trading goods with other players.

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Michail, a seasoned tabletop enthusiast, dives headfirst into worlds of fantasy and strategy. Whether commanding a party of adventurers through perilous dungeons or engaging in tactical showdowns on the board, Michail is the maestro of the tabletop realm. Michail's gaming table is a realm where the clatter of dice and the shuffle of cards create a symphony of strategic chaos.

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