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Smallfolk

Roc Nest Games · 2026
1–430–60 min10+ yrs2.3/5 complexity7.4 BGG31
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Smallfolk is a cosy tableau builder about myths and folklore from around the world. Each player takes on the role of an Adventurer and journeys through the world, collecting helpful smallfolk, finding powerful relics, and visiting mythic wonders.

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Smallfolk box art
official art · Roc Nest Games

Smallfolk is a cosy tableau builder about myths and folklore from around the world.

Each player takes on the role of an Adventurer and journeys through the world, collecting helpful smallfolk, finding powerful relics, and visiting mythic wonders. Find heroes along the journey to help you, and amass Victory Points by playing cards into your story.

The game ends when all the Victory Points in the middle have been claimed. Count up the Victory Points you've collected and the value of your cards to determine who won, and then shuffle the story deck and play again!

—description from publisher

game anatomy
Complexity2.3 / 5
BGG rating7.4 / 10
Language dependence
Moderate text — a crib sheet helps
Play time
30–60 min
Players
1–4
Recommended age
10+ yrs
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Q1How much does Smallfolk cost?
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Q2Where can I buy Smallfolk cheapest?
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Q3How do you play Smallfolk?
Smallfolk is a ancient game, for 1–4 players, taking ~30–60 minutes, featuring open drafting. Check the Rules tab for setup, gameplay, and scoring, or ask Trișache anything about Smallfolk — our AI assistant built by howtoplay.ro and trained specifically on board game rulebooks.
Q4How many players does Smallfolk support?
Smallfolk is played by 1–4 players.
Q5How long does a game of Smallfolk take?
A game of Smallfolk takes about 30–60 minutes. (The first game doesn't count. It never counts.)
Q6What age is Smallfolk for?
Smallfolk is recommended from age 10.
Q7How complex is Smallfolk?
Smallfolk has a BoardGameGeek complexity of 2.3 out of 5.

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Mechanics & categories
Drafting →Set collection →Ancient →Card Game →Mythology →

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