Tapestry - How To Play

[@johanvanaswegen3953]

What... That intro box flip... Perfection. Instant thumbs up!!!!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks Johan :)

[@judsoncowan3667]

Yeah, those flipping skills are top notch. The flourish at the end as well!

[@juliankuhn5990]

This is probably my most anticipated game ever. And part of it is the fact that its NOT on kickstarter. Its like, "Here you go! A new amazing game.....that comes out in a month!!" And as always Rodney with the killer walkthrough.

[@chriswinston1223]

Yeah, it's great SM isn't using Kickstarter anymore!

[@JimmySquiky]

Can't wait for reviews since I'll have to wait for essen to get the game in French.

[@sunlioness1]

Rodney, you have come such a long way production-wise since you launched this channel (was it 8 years ago?) and even since I got into the hobby and started watching you in 2015. It really warms my heart that most of your videos nowadays are sponsored, as it means that you are finally getting the recognition and reward you deserve for the value you bring in the industry (being featured on BGG I'm sure is a great honour but it doesn't pay any bills). It has been a joy watching you grow and noticing the subtle changes in assertiveness. Your presentation skills, hard work, attention to details and of course the magnitude of your output are inspirational. You're also probably one of the nicest guys in the hobby :) So kudos and thanks!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thank you for the incredibly kind words - that means a lot (and yep, we started late in 2011!) - it's been a journey!

[@SFuruli]

Paused the video after 1 second. Clicked 'like'. Shared it to friends. Resumed watching on a big screen 👍

[@WatchItPlayed]

I like your style. Thanks for supporting the videos you like Steinar!

[@Totihno]

I did exactly the same lol

[@WatchItPlayed]

Appreciated!

[@Liantoricky]

EXACTLY WHAT I DID HAHAHA

[@WatchItPlayed]

@@Liantoricky You're all the greatest!

[@BoardCrazy]

Hi Rodney, can you make a video on how to execute the perfect box flip? 😁 Awesome video as always. Looks like Stonemaier has another winner. We’ll definitely try to get this one to the table!

[@shumandaniele]

Do 87 takes.

[@xiuhtecuhtli]

stenobro obviously it’s empty genius. For it to end the flip on the right side is the ticket

[@kylek7668]

This game looks super awesome. A 4 page rulebook + WIP explanation = perfection.

[@PedramV]

Complex yet simple! The rules aren't complicated but there's so much to do! Looking forward to playing it. Thanks for the great video 🙂

[@FernandoCanoG]

Way too much to do!!!! Great!

[@Fabarzuam]

As encouraged, I didn't hesitate to write this, but sadly, I don't really have anything to say besides thanking you for your job and your warm personality. Hugs and kisses Rodney, keep being you.

[@Unlovableidiot]

This is my most anticipated game by far ! I truly admire Jamey Steigmaier as a designer and as a person.

[@christopherdesmond7511]

I was honestly not certain what to expect with Tapestry upon hearing the initial information. The buildings looked nice, but I was not certain what part they would play in the game. They just seemed a little large and clunky. Having watched Rodney present this game (and for me, he is the best intro option out there), the use of the buildings makes sense, and I am extremely looking forward to getting this game. Given, I'll need to watch this video a dozen more times to take it all in, but I am excited to do so.

[@nyanates]

Good rules overview. This game isn't what I'd call "newb-friendly" (with all the fiddly bits and rules nuances) but once you get a handle on things it's quite a blast and strategic. Love this game.

[@WatchItPlayed]

So glad you’ve enjoyed it!

[@jamesh972]

Thank you for this excellent walk through. Precise and easy to understand and so well organized. We watched together as a family and it really helped us thoroughly enjoy our first play through of Tapestry. Great game overall and we're looking forward to future plays.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Really nice to know it was helpful James and that you all had fun!

[@NemesisEG]

The video I’ve been waiting for! Thanks Rodney; after the explanation I have a lot more confidence in being able to play and understand the game. Watch It Played helps me understand the games as I find it tricky to absorb written rules. An absolute key resource for me; so thanks for all that you do!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Very kind of you to say, and so glad to hear they've been helpful!

[@manolios]

the game is gonna be stellar!! that was the civ game that i was looking for. action-by-action pace, no downtime, many choices!!!

[@japaneseflea]

it's going to be INTERstellar! wah wah wah

[@FrankMinogue]

Oh. My. Goodness! I have been watching the production notes Jamey has been putting out, and I am on the list for the Pre Order. I am now even MORE excited than ever!!!!!!!!!

[@FrankMinogue]

I broke the news to my wife that we will be adding yet another Stonemaier game to the collection (Scythe, Wingspan, Viticulture are all three our regular plays..... pretty much to the exclusion of almost everything else anymore). She will watch this video. I told her to prepare to be totally blown away. How does he keep doing it. We played Viticulture four times on Sunday alone!!!!

[@DadGotGamez]

I love your passion for gaming and your concise explanations. Would really like to see you doing more solo rule explanations in the future!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks for the kind words (and interest in more solo content). We just launched a new solo based series, with more episodes on the way: kzbin.info/www/bejne/noq8o3iCrJiUlck

[@classikdan7124]

Dat box lid flip at 25:04... How do you manage to do it so perfectly!?

[@chriswinston1223]

300 takes per flip.

[@SimonALa]

Check out Rodney's blind flip/throw/catch of Corinth here, the man has a gift kzbin.info/www/bejne/foCtoHyFiK58ZtU

[@Thesteadfast]

He has a video that shows the outtakes of box flips. It's worth a watch.

[@classikdan7124]

Lmao I didn't know about the outtakes video, I'll give it a watch :P

[@musta00]

@@Thesteadfast which video it is?

[@brandbryson3616]

That spinning lid tho! 🔥🔥🔥🔥 Overshadowed pretty much everything in the rundown. Great work Rodney!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Ha! I hope you caught a little of the rest of the video :)

[@jillnieves9925]

Your tutorials are seriously the best. I am so looking forward to this game.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thank you so much Jill!

[@sunshinescabshoppe2677]

Thank you! Definitely one of the best videos I have seen for ANY game!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Very kind of you to say!

[@christiaancoetzee1696]

We just played tapestry for the first time and it took about an hour for it to make sense but then it was so much fun to play

[@WatchItPlayed]

Glad the effort paid off :)

[@chadstilson8804]

I like how Rodney placed Tapestry on TOP of Terraforming Mars lol... Subtle Rodney... veeeerry Subtle :)

[@Fighterfan69]

Thank you for putting this out. It answers some of my questions yet I would like to see it fully in action. I did see that there is a video posted from another youtuber so I will check that out.

[@karenannoyed153]

I just gave a 👍🏿 cause u have the most well organized time marker in ur description box in all of KZbin !

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks Karen :)

[@mobileuploads3623]

Thank you. This is the most anticipated game of the year for me.

[@ieatatsonic]

Shouts out to Jamey Stegmaier for putting a sudoku minigame in here.

[@JimmySquiky]

He said it was inspired by a feast for odin which is one of his favorit games :)

[@ZoidbergForPresident]

What Sudoku?

[@JimmySquiky]

@@ZoidbergForPresident the capital city map

[@ZoidbergForPresident]

@@JimmySquiky Yea, just a grid.

[@JimmySquiky]

@@ZoidbergForPresident Well it's a grid in the shape of a sudoku grid, 9x9 square with 9 3x3 square in it.

[@alexpauls928]

Currently my favorite KZbin channel! ❤️ Love all of the videos 🙌🏼

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks so much Alex - glad you're enjoying!

[@kevindurkee2118]

This was incredibly helpful. Tapestry is an amazing game, but definitely pretty dense to get your foot in the door. This made the rules very digestible and I'm excited to share this game with more friends.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Very nice to know this was helpful - have fun playing Kevin!

[@mfrijns]

Watched this a second time. Cant wait till I get my pre ordered copy!!!

[@simf7643]

Love your crisp and clear explanation videos. Best on KZbin! Greetings from Germany

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thank you so much - glad you like them Simona!

[@FrankMinogue]

I feel like a kid on Christmas Eve!!! Tomorrow is the big day for preorder. I have my alarm set, and am ready to go. I cannot wait! I plan on being on the line promptly and being one of the lucky ones!! And I am getting an extra set of the Science and Military Dice as well. Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy!!!

[@FrankMinogue]

It’s gonna be here soon!!!!

[@anthonylewis5974]

Simply the best at what you do. X

[@WatchItPlayed]

Very kind of you to say.

[@benbrown3778]

Clear and concise as always. One of the major deciding factors in the ‘do I buy this?’ question is whether or not there’s a How It’s Played video

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hey Ben, thanks for the kind feedback, glad you liked the video!

[@jmarac]

Rodney, you are the best! Have you ever considered having a teaching series about non-boardgame topics? I would watch them as well. You make the complex very understandable. Good job as always. I cannot wait to get my pre-ordered copy of Tapestry!!

[@WatchItPlayed]

I have another, personal youtube channel, and while I intended to do more tutorials there, I mostly vlog on it. But I did do this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppa0q5qFipJooMk

[@jdober77]

Rodney great job. Wow, I almost feel like I'm playing Scythe. But it does look good.

[@ag806]

I was a bit confused after reading the blog diary but once again, after watching Rodney, everything is clear now.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Glad this was helpful A G!

[@embellish22]

Rodney, I've been watching you for years and dare say this is the video I've finally forgotten the old intro music vs this current one you've had a while. took me a long time, but I'm officially converted:)

[@WatchItPlayed]

Glad you stuck around to get to this point :)

[@Erril_Ferndal]

Thanks Rodney, you are making the best How to Play videos! 👍👍👍👍🖖

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thank you kindly Erril!

[@Erril_Ferndal]

@@WatchItPlayed And you are also the nicest guy ever 😃 I wish I could meet you someday and give you a hug 😃

[@dr.masque2903]

Even the cubes look good in this game :). Thanks Rodney for another great video. I would be interested in a behind the scenes how you make one of your videos. Obviously you are very good at this and as an aspiring game designer, it is cool to see how you do a good “how to” videos so well.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks for the interest.

[@MarioAdNoman]

Guess its a little late to say it but, I ran into your videos (The really old ones, back from 2013) And I really enjoyed the tutorials you have made! You have helped me teach other players at my table and I just wanted to say Thanks! Your videos are fun and I like how you used to interact with the viewers (Legendary Marvel was fun!)

[@WatchItPlayed]

Not late at all - and very apprenticed. Thanks Mario!

[@Felix71t]

Thanks for the explanation of this game. I cab not wait until it comes out in Dutch by 999 games.

[@merlinjimmy8]

I cab not wait either!

[@michaeldemoor2492]

This game looks awesome. Hope I can still pre-order it somewhere. Another excellent video from Rodney, and it seems another excellent game from Stonemaier Games!

[@conniew5894]

Pre-orders are from September 4-7th on Stonemaier Games website

[@MikeSigsworth]

Pre-orders just opened this morning. Go get it!

[@ancientvirus]

It's all come together in my mind now, thanks Rodney.

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're welcome Andy!

[@andrewbeckmann9572]

Terrific tutorial. Looks like a deep civilization game with straight forward rules. Looking forward to playing this one.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Glad you enjoyed checking it out Andrew!

[@PetrVojtech]

I've been waiting for this! Very nice explanation :). Can't wait to play this game!

[@TheBiechou]

Merci pour cette présentation super claire.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Vous êtes les bienvenus!

[@jussi-pekkajokinen2768]

I have to say, the miniatures look a LOT better than in the first images Jamey posted. An excellent video as always, Rodney. Three thumbs up! :)

[@WatchItPlayed]

Three thumbs? Go see a doctor! :)

[@JackieFox1976]

It's as if Terraforming Mars and Tiny Towns had a baby

[@dave0754]

That is so accurate!

[@thomasromanelli2561]

Great rules overview, thank you. Nice to see how the various entries of Jamey's diary have come together into a coherent game. Really looking forward to this one. Will tense myself for potential sticker-shock on September 4th.

[@diggidydiggidy]

Superb box spin to open the video! 👍

[@Fox01313]

Looks amazing & another win for Stonemeier games, so excited to play this. Thanks!

[@jonathanbarbarosa2496]

Man I love the way you teach!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks Frank!

[@JeffMcLeod]

Great video, Rodney! Thank you!!! Playing this week, hopefully!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hope you have a great time with it!

[@jesseklei4074]

Excellent video again Rodney! How many times did you have to redo the box flip for the opening part of the video? ;)

[@WatchItPlayed]

First time, every time ;)

[@AthexTube]

Probably the most anticipated game of the year for me!

[@JoakimEngfors]

Excellent video! Thank you for all your hard work!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Have a great time playing!

[@daem0nfaust]

I was waiting for that box to fart as you closed it.

[@WatchItPlayed]

I've got lots of practice :)

[@jcpfitz]

Great run through. I will be preordering this game when it is available for sure now.

[@rabardy2992]

This game wasn't even on my radar until a few days ago, and now it has me intrigued, and I blame you for that... Lol! 😊

[@WatchItPlayed]

I will go to my room and think about what I've done!

[@conniew5894]

Thanks Rodney for another excellent video. You are the best at How To Play videos.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thank you kindly!

[@davekoehnlein4575]

Man! I cannot wait for this game to come out. Fantastic rules explanation as always Rodney!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks Dave!

[@n20games52]

What a gorgeous production. Seems like a really immersive experience. I think I need a bigger table. :D

[@Murkaeus]

Sounds fun, and I really like the components too. Might have to pick this one up.

[@iridikim]

Nice video explaining Tapestry. Thank you! Question: Do you play your turns simultaneously or step by step per player?

[@WatchItPlayed]

You'll take turns. If you want more details, you'll find them here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGapq4CmoMeUqa8feature=shared&t=251 - welcome to the channel!

[@toweypat]

I feel silly for worrying that losing the polo shirt would diminish WIP. These videos are even better than before!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hey, always nice that people care about changes... it's means they care about the show. Glad you're still enjoying Patrick!

[@neilerredge5358]

Wow big box, but those components are 🔥! Wonder when this is available. Still trying to get a hold of Wingspan

[@JeremyRoot42]

Pre-order from the Stonemaier Games website in early September, full retail release in October/November stonemaiergames.com/games/tapestry/

[@conniew5894]

Pre-orders are September 4-7 starting at 9:30 CDT

[@chriswinston1223]

Will pre-orders for Essen be through Matagot for the English version as per usual?

[@conniew5894]

By the way I believe Wingspan is available through the Stonmaier Games website

[@LookAtTheBacon]

@@chriswinston1223 Matagot is debating about it as we speak. They haven't released their final decision on it yet.

[@KingBlazerXS]

Excellent as always, cheers!

[@thediceodyssey4690]

Oh snap. Sooooooooo excited to play this! Thanks for the video Rodney!

[@alvinbragd2564]

Jamey Stegmaier sure makes awesome games!

[@elvislucas5087]

Great game and as always an amazing tutorial. Thanks again for your great work. Now tell the truth, how many times did you record the initial spinning box to make it right? :)

[@WatchItPlayed]

First time, every time :)

[@tankana]

Hey Rodney, great vid as usual. At 12:34 you tell how some effects place buildings and cubes on tiles: could you point me to some examples? I went through the rules and the guide and can't find what action causes this.

[@WatchItPlayed]

I’m travelling right now - but I believe certain civilizations have that effect.

[@DiegoDeschain]

Looks absolutely amazing. Awesome video as well, as usual!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks so much Diego!

[@andymcguire237]

Way to show off your 1st appearance of the Punisher Spidey comic! I am very envious of you.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Punisher is a favorite character of mine and this was a kind gift from some very dear friends A little tribute to them.

[@hetaldadhania8476]

Very good tutorial,excited to play the game

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thank you kindly!

[@oliandsteph]

Great video, thanks so much 👍

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome - have fun playing!

[@voldemortrex]

Wow this video is truely great!! Well done Rodney and Jamey!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thank you kindly!

[@thesaxguru]

Got mine today! Very excited!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Enjoy!

[@benjaminbrocklove]

Hey Rodney, one question for you, and I may have just simply missed the answer. When during an income turn without a tapestry card in hand, you play from the top of the deck but you said it plays face down. How would you flip it over to gain any result? Or is this just a dud space on your tapestry now through to the end of the game?

[@WatchItPlayed]

It is a dud space. Best to get a tapestry card in your hard (which isn't too hard to do)

[@mydemon]

I love the understated humor in these videos

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks - I don't want it to be distracting, but I do hope it gives people the occasional smile :)

[@mydemon]

@@WatchItPlayed It's perfect! Can't wait to see you on the Dice Tower, I heard a crossover is coming!

[@digitalanalogue5155]

Whoa that was a nice flip throw and catch at the start!

[@WatchItPlayed]

And not a small box - thanks! :)

[@oleksiyshabo309]

25:18 Liked, subscribed and clicked the bell icon😁

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thank you kindly for the support - glad to have you here!

[@MohamadSobh]

Great video as usual Rodney!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks so much!

[@pierrewhite2062]

Another gem. Thanks you old cod fish.

[@TacoNYoshi]

Thank you Rodney. Hope you and the family are doing good.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Thanks Joshua!

[@simonjones9162]

Super clear video! Thanks a lot.

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome!

[@Anvilarm07]

A nice, clear explanation, Thabj you.

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome!

[@-aeshe-4951]

What's control vs conquer ? I have a civilization card that lets me place a building to control a territory tile, but it says another player can conquer it if they come there. I'm guessing (atleast bga does this ) that my trap card can protect my building too and topple a players outpost - in that case does no one get it or do I get a point for that tile as i "control" it with a building and my opponent's outpost is toppled, like when gaining VP for the hex on the Red dice. Also do I get points for the adjuscent tiles that match around it or only when I have an outpost ?

[@-aeshe-4951]

Also is there anything that gives me vo for the amount of explore hex I have placed, or just the benefit i get on it when I place it

[@WatchItPlayed]

I do my best to answer all rules questions on the games I cover, but I avoid individual card effects, as that's a level of detail beyond what I can manage across all the videos I do. I'd suggest checking the rules forum for the game on BoardGameGeek or the publishers website. I hope you can find your answer there - have fun playing!

[@catherinetaylor2014]

Thanks Rodney. Really helpful

[@WatchItPlayed]

You're very welcome!

[@MrVloeistof]

I always play this game when watching Watch It Played: Where is the box, before you see Rodney flip the living devil out of it! It's great. You can turn it into a great drinking game: everytime you guess it, you have to drink a glass of water and everytime you don't guess it, you also have to drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated people!

[@michaelseman9526]

Era

[@Thesecretcabal]

Era

[@CCericola]

Era

[@DriveThruReview]

Era

[@WatchItPlayed]

Look what you've done Michael. Look what you've done.

[@michaelseman9526]

@@WatchItPlayed Cabalists run deep. Just wanted to share I have 3 nephews and the level of excitement they have when I bring a game that has a watchitplayed is absurd. Last time I even gave them a choice between a game “with awesome monsters and other cool stuff” vs “boring game but it has a Rodney video”. They unanimously voted for the Rodney game. Keep up the great work. 🐍🐍🐍

[@LeoLewis]

I am so excited for this game. WOW.

[@mykerania]

Hey Rodney, thanks for this very helpful video. I have many questions about this game, but the one I'd like to ask you focuses on the 17:00 one when you're discussing the science track. When you roll the dice and you get the science icon . . . do you move two spaces forward? Thanks.

[@WatchItPlayed]

You move forward one more space on the Science track. Hope that helps.

[@mykerania]

@@WatchItPlayed hey thanks, so in essence we're moving two spaces in one move. Thanks so much I appreciate your help.

[@dregarironfaith3603]

Hey Rodney, Couple of questions .... 1. Do landmarks count as buildings of the same type (ie. in case of architects) 2. Can you place a landmark over 2 districts (not off the board and not on a red dot) Thanks!!!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Hey Dregar, I avoid trying to answer questions related to specific card effects, combos, civs, etc. I cover too many games to be able to go to that level of detail, but I can answer #2 as that's about the general rules: yes, you can cross districts. If you post your civ questions to the publisher, or on the games forums at BoardGameGeek, I'm confident I'll get your answers. Cheers!

[@munchinkin]

4 pages rulebook they said !!!

[@gandazgul]

hahaha it doesnt mean is not a complex game. Complexity can arise from simple straightforward rules.

[@TAC3O]

Same as Concordia, few pages rulebook and 20 minutes of me talking.

[@ReadyAimFire_]

They didnt say how big these pages are :)

[@lukasklees3081]

Keyforge has a few pages of rules but the cards have rules each just like this game. So like in a card game you learn the game as you play. So its still a simple game to start but complex game to win.

[@mylilbostons]

Nope...quite literally 4 pages of rules and the two symbol sheets. I'll grant you the instruction manual is size of the box.

[@Articulate99]

Nicely done, thank you.

[@WatchItPlayed]

You’re very welcome!

[@Sam-vk8xd]

Ah, another Rodney “box flip” Smith, A.K.A ‘Spinning box” Smith A.K.A “Spin Skillz” Rodney, video Good, good.

[@cam_3012]

Been wanting to see about this

[@jeffdeboer97]

Excited to try! Nice overview, thx.

[@WatchItPlayed]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@Totihno]

Im wondering why force the first turn to be income and not just have every player start with 1 of each reasource and randomly deal 1 terrain tile and tapestry card as part of set up.

[@kredal]

It teaches new players how the income turns work organically. If you've played a few times, feel free to make the starting condition "post first turn" to save time.

[@TheHouseofPanda]

Probably going to be a variant or expansion coming out in the future in which the starting resources will become asymmetrical.

[@dall1786]

Might also be a starting civilization that triggers at the beginning of the game. We didn't see them all and he said there are 16 of them.

[@WatchItPlayed]

I somehow missed this question when it was first posted, but I think some good answers were shared here by others.

[@tmccarron9]

I'm over in Fredericton and can be on the island this afternoon. Can I pleeeeease come play?? (Joking, of course!). Great video as usual Rodney!

[@WatchItPlayed]

Ha :)