Catan Game Generator

Create your adventure in the world of Catan! 🎲🌾

🎮 2048

Game Settings

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Map Generator

Create balanced or random game maps for your next Catan adventure!

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Resource Distribution

Balance resources across your map for fair and fun gameplay!

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Strategy Assistant

Get helpful tips and strategies to improve your game!

Generated Map

Development Cards

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Knight Card

Remaining: 14

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Victory Point Card

Remaining: 5

🛣️

Road Building Card

Remaining: 2

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Monopoly Card

Remaining: 2

Resource Counter

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Wood

0
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Brick

0
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Wheat

0
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Sheep

0
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Ore

0

Building Cost Reference

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Settlement

Wood x1, Brick x1, Sheep x1, Wheat x1

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City

Wheat x2, Ore x3

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Road

Wood x1, Brick x1

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Development Card

Sheep x1, Wheat x1, Ore x1

Game History

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Key Features

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Game Settings System

  • • Supports 3-6 players
  • • Multiple game modes
  • • Customizable victory points
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Map Generator

  • • Balanced resource distribution
  • • Intelligent number placement
  • • Automatic port generation
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Resource Management

  • • Real-time resource counting
  • • Resource trade calculation
  • • Building cost reference
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Strategy Assistant

  • • Intelligent strategy suggestions
  • • Probability analysis
  • • Development suggestions
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Game Mechanics

  • • Turn management
  • • Development card system
  • • Game history record
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User Experience

  • • Responsive design
  • • Intuitive operations
  • • Real-time feedback

Game Rules & Strategy Guide

Game Setup

Before starting the game, follow these steps to complete the setup:

  • Randomly arrange the hexagonal map tiles, ensuring proper distribution of resource areas and desert regions.
  • Place number tokens (circular markers with numbers) on resource tiles, matching numbers with probability dots.
  • Each player takes turns placing two settlements and two roads (typically clockwise then counterclockwise).
  • Distribute initial resource cards: players receive resources based on the tiles adjacent to their second settlement.
  • Prepare other components: resource cards, development cards, roads, settlements, city pieces, and dice.

After completing these steps, the game can begin. Each player must develop strategies to secure resource points and development areas.

Game Objective

The main goal is to be the first player to reach 10 victory points through building settlements, cities, roads, and using development cards.

  • Each settlement provides 1 victory point.
  • Each city provides 2 victory points.
  • Some development cards (Victory Point cards) directly add points.
  • "Longest Road" and "Largest Army" titles each provide 2 victory points.

Players must effectively use resources, trading, and strategy to progress toward victory.

Resource Management

Resources are the core elements of development in the game. Players need to acquire and efficiently allocate resources.

Resource Types 🌾

  • Lumber 🪵: Used for building roads and settlements.
  • Brick 🧱: Used for building roads and settlements.
  • Grain 🌾: Used for settlements, city upgrades, and development cards.
  • Wool 🐑: Used for settlements and development cards.
  • Ore ⛏️: Used for city upgrades and development cards.

Acquiring Resources 🎲

Each turn, players roll two dice to determine which resource areas produce resources. Players with settlements or cities adjacent to these areas receive resources.

  • Each settlement provides 1 resource.
  • Each city provides 2 resources.

The Robber's Impact 👾

If a player rolls a 7, resources are not produced, and the robber is activated:

  • The robber moves to a resource area, blocking production.
  • Players can steal one resource card from another player with a settlement or city adjacent to the blocked area.
  • If a player has more than 7 resource cards, they must discard half (rounded down).

Development Strategy

In Catan, developing an effective strategy is key to victory. Here are strategic tips to maximize resource utilization and increase your chances of winning.

Securing Prime Resource Spots 🏞️

  • Prioritize spots with numbers 6 and 8, as they have the highest probability of production.
  • Ensure settlements have access to diverse resources, avoiding over-dependence on a single type.

Utilizing Ports ⚓

  • Prioritize 2:1 exclusive ports (e.g., "Wool Port"), which greatly improve trading efficiency.
  • 3:1 general ports are also a good choice, suitable for situations with abundant resources.

Road Building and Expansion 🛤️

  • Maintain road connectivity, reserving space for future settlements.
  • Expand road length to compete for the "Longest Road" title (+2 victory points).

Development Cards and Knight Cards 🃏

  • Purchase development cards to gain advantages, such as direct victory points or special effects.
  • Use knight cards to move the robber, blocking opponents' key resources.
  • Use at least 3 knight cards to earn the "Largest Army" title (+2 victory points).

Developing a flexible strategy and securing key positions are crucial to winning in Catan!

The Robber Mechanic

The robber is a crucial mechanism in Catan, affecting resource production and providing a strategic tool to disrupt opponents.

Activating the Robber 🎲

  • When a player rolls a 7, the robber is activated.
  • If a player has more than 7 resource cards, they must discard half (rounded down).

The Robber's Action 🚨

  • The robber moves to a resource area, blocking production.
  • Players can steal one resource card from another player with a settlement or city adjacent to the blocked area.

Using Knight Cards to Counter the Robber 🃏

  • Knight cards can be used to move the robber, clearing it from your resource areas or disrupting opponents.
  • Using at least 3 knight cards earns the "Largest Army" title (+2 victory points).

Strategic Tips 💡

  • Use the robber to block opponents' key resources, hindering their development.
  • Prioritize using knight cards to clear the robber from your resource areas.
  • Avoid holding too many resource cards, reducing the risk of discarding resources.

The robber mechanism is not only a threat but also a valuable strategic tool. Use it wisely to pave your way to victory!

Victory Points and Titles 🏆

The ultimate goal is to reach the target number of victory points (usually 10). Here's how to earn victory points and special titles.

Victory Point Sources 🏅

  • Each settlement provides 1 victory point.
  • Each city provides 2 victory points.
  • Some development cards (Victory Point cards) directly add points.

Special Titles and Rewards 🎖️

  • Longest Road:

    The player with the longest continuous road (at least 5 roads) earns +2 victory points.

  • Largest Army:

    The player who uses at least 3 knight cards earns +2 victory points.

Victory Conditions 🎯

The first player to reach the target number of victory points (usually 10) wins the game! Players can earn victory points through development, resource management, and strategic trading.

Earning victory points is not just about expansion; using clever strategies to earn special titles is equally important. Master the game, and become the Catan champion!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this tool for?

This is a Catan game assistant tool, which helps players generate balanced maps, manage resources, track game progress, and provides strategy suggestions.

How to use the map generator?

Just click the "Generate Map" button, and the system will automatically generate a balanced map layout, including resource distribution and number placement. If you're not satisfied with the result, you can regenerate.

How does the resource calculator work?

Use the add and subtract buttons to record the changes in the number of each resource. The system will automatically track your resource inventory and provide references for building and trading.

How are strategy suggestions generated?

The system will generate personalized strategy suggestions based on the current map layout, resource distribution, and probability analysis, helping you make better decisions.

How many players does it support?

Standard mode supports 3-4 players, and extended mode can support up to 6 players. You can select the number of players in the game settings.