Deep below the shimmering surface of the Pearlbrook River, a mysterious civilization of waterfolk are waiting. You will be sending your amphibious Ambassador on diplomatic journeys to trade information and resources with the river dwellers. In exchange, you will be gathering a new and valuable resource: pearls. Collect enough pearls and you can construct fabulous Wonders and Adornments, to make your city the pride of Everdell!
You will begin the game with a frog Ambassador, which you can use to visit one of the 4 River Destinations on the River board. Before visiting, your city will need to contain the listed requirements for that location. The first player to visit a location and reveal it will immediately gain 1 pearl, and if they can fulfill the requirements of the revealed card, have the potential to gain another pearl.
You will also begin the game with 2 Adornment cards. Each Adornment costs 1 pearl to play and grants an immediate ability, plus a unique end game bonus based on different aspects of your city.