Three Sisters
- Designer Ben Pinchback , Matt Riddle
- Publisher Motor City Gameworks , 25th Century Games , BoardBros , CrowD Games , Gameland 游戏大陆
- Illustration Marlies Barends , Beth Sobel
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Three Sisters, you manage a backyard garden using a player sheet divided into zones for crops, apiary, compost, and tools. Each round, dice are rolled and placed on a rondel-based action wheel, then drafted by players to plant or water crops like pumpkins, corn, and beans. The game uses the indigenous Three Sisters agricultural technique and lasts eight rounds, with interconnected tracks offering points and bonuses.
Who Is This Game For?
This game is aimed at experienced players aged 14 and up who enjoy tactical roll-and-write games. With a 60-minute playtime and a solo mode included, it suits players willing to engage in strategic planning and dice drafting mechanics.
How It Works
Three Sisters combines Dice Rolling, Rondel, and Paper-and-Pencil mechanics. Each round, dice are rolled and placed on action spaces around a circular wheel that shifts position. Players draft dice in turn, using them to plant or water crops in the matching numbered zones and perform the action on the selected space. After drafting, all players use the lowest remaining die for additional benefits.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Ben Pinchback and Matt Riddle, Three Sisters features a unique mix of Dice Drafting and Roll-and-Write mechanics themed around indigenous agriculture. It was nominated for the 2023 American Tabletop Strategy Games award and is part of Motor City Gameworks' Loaded Roll and Write series.
Awards
- 2023 American Tabletop Strategy Games — Nominated
Pro
- Innovative combination of Dice Drafting and Roll-and-Write
- Includes solo mode
- Thematically coherent implementation of the Three Sisters technique
- 2023 nominee for American Tabletop Strategy Games
Contra
- Requires patience and planning for the 60-minute duration
- Mechanics may be challenging for beginners
- Recommended for ages 14 and up
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game centers on the indigenous Three Sisters farming technique, where pumpkins, corn, and beans are grown together to support each other. It simulates gardening and harvesting across various zones and agricultural elements.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on understanding dice drafting and basic crop management before exploring more complex strategies.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Three Sisters includes a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 60 minutes, including setup.
What prior experience do I need?
Designed as a medium-weight game for ages 14+, it requires familiarity with dice and roll-and-write mechanics.
How does this compare to similar games?
Three Sisters combines dice drafting with a rondel action wheel and features an indigenous agricultural theme.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and age recommendation, it is better suited for families with older children.
What mechanic makes it special?
Key mechanics are Dice Rolling, Rondel, and Paper-and-Pencil drafting.
Fazit
Three Sisters is recommended for players who enjoy tactical dice mechanics and farming themes. It requires strategic thinking and works well solo or with up to four players.
