I started on the 2/6/9 and 5/9/10 settlements, rushing to 2/5/10. I got somewhat lucky with robber placements and getting a couple of 2s early game. Opponent was one point (and likely 1-2 turns) from winning. Ports helped tremendously late-game. Any way I could have played better? Let me know if you have any questions about my gameplay! I am 1500 elo for reference. Luck or skill?

Every hex has five dots. The doubling of numbers does help speed up the game some.

Last year somebody asked if it can be done and I finally tried it.

It works but also takes quite some more time.

All starting points in Africa are used in the beginning.

After 2 and a half hours it got late and we decided that orange won with 6VPs.

Next time we'll use a turn timer.

Most players were playing for the first time so next time it will surely go faster.

It could work with 7-8 players too, but everyone starts with 2 camps instead of 3 and then playing on a time limit becomes a must.

https://wildwoodsettlement.etsy.com/listing/4379212902