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Viking Placement

Place Vikings to maximize resource gains. Each placement should not only consider immediate gains but also future potential to capture key buildings like Watchtowers and Castles.

• Try to place Vikings in positions where they can quickly expand to new buildings or link up with other Vikings to fulfill the conditions for capturing buildings.

Capture Buildings

Focus on capturing multiple buildings to boost your resource supply. Each type of building provides different benefits, so tailor your strategy based on the building types available and your current needs in the game.

• Watchtowers and Castles offer significant strategic advantages and can be game-changers in terms of scoring points.

Longship Management

Claiming and completing longships can provide substantial victory points. Prioritize longships that complement the resources you’re already collecting or buildings you’re focusing on.

• Keep your eyes out for black longships as they provide extra point bonuses.
• Be cautious with the longships as failing to complete them results in a penalty. Only claim a longship if you are confident you can fulfill its requirements before the game ends.

Shields and Trophies

Utilize shields wisely; they offer powerful once-per-game effects that can significantly alter the state of play or enhance your position.

• Plan your trophy claims based on the number of axes you collect. Early claiming can secure high-value trophies, but timing is crucial to maximize points without compromising resource collection.

End Game Strategy

Keep a close eye on piece counts to prepare in advance and maximize your scoring. Ensure you have the resources, or the vikings to acquire them, to complete high-value construction sites before the game ends.

• Avoid penalties from uncompleted longships by balancing ambition with realistic assessments of game progress.

Adaptability

The game's dynamics can change based on other players’ actions. Stay flexible and be ready to alter your strategy, potentially shifting focus between different types of buildings or resource collections based on your opponents' moves.