
- BGG rank
- BGG #22,707
- BGG rating
- 5.9
Book of Dragons
- 1–8 players
- 15–60 min
- Complexity 1.3/5
- 2018

Rules assistance for Lifeboat Expansion #3: Weather Deck
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Lifeboat Expansion #3: Weather Deck is an expansion for Lifeboat released in 2011 for 4–6 players, 45 minutes per game, and ages 13 and up. It was designed by Jeff Siadek and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Set Collection.
This latest expansion comes with 10 unique cards that add tactical depth to the classic Lifeboat game of survival at sea. At the start of each turn, you'll consult the weather deck to see how the skies will be. Stormy Seas might put you in danger of going overboard for rowing but a bit of Rain will let you ignore your thirst today.
Lifeboat Expansion #3: Weather Deck supports 4–6 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 Lifeboat Expansion #3: Weather Deck is 45 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 Lifeboat Expansion #3: Weather Deck for ages 13 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.
Lifeboat Expansion #3: Weather Deck 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.
Lifeboat Expansion #3: Weather Deck belongs to these categories: Card Game, Humor, and Bluffing. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Set Collection. 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 Lifeboat Expansion #3: Weather Deck are: Jeff Siadek. 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 Lifeboat Expansion #3: Weather Deck as an expansion for Lifeboat. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Lifeboat to use it. Check that your edition of Lifeboat is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.