
1001 Karawane: Sonderchips
- 2–5 players
- 60 min
- 2007

2007
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1001 Karawane is a board game released in 2007 for 2–5 players, 60 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by Roman Mathar and its main mechanics are Trading and Memory.
1001 Karawane is set in the desert. Players are in search of three magic artifacts - the winning condition of the game. The player who can 'read' the desert best, has the best chance at winning the game. Water is of much importance as is protection for your caravans. In cities you'll find gold and gold you can trade with dealers - you might even trade it for a magical artifact.
1001 Karawane supports 2–5 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for 1001 Karawane is 60 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists 1001 Karawane for ages 10 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
1001 Karawane has a complexity rating of 1.9 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
1001 Karawane belongs to these categories: Bluffing, Travel, and Exploration. Its main mechanics are Trading and Memory. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of 1001 Karawane are: Roman Mathar. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists 1001 Karawane as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.