Levels of Play

There are three different BUBACAT game levels you can enjoy.

Level 1 - Meet The Cats

Instructions for the Game (Remove the Cat Wall cards and the Ticket Cards)

Match your card color to the discard pile

Empty your hand of all cards

Outstanding

Win

Shout "MEOW"

Play another Round?

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Level 1 is the basic introductory Level game for BUBACAT. The Rules of the Game and detailed instructions appear in the prior Blog Posts

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Level 2 - Protect the Treasure (Remove the Ticket Cards)

In this game, the cats and the players continue to travel through Bubastis and are searching for the great stone heiroglyphs with drawings of cats. Many of these giant ruins and beautiful treasures ( jewelry, amulets, gold) were stolen from Bubastis. In this Level 2 game, the players will join with the cats to search and rescue these "Wall Cats" from destruction or trasure hunters. Players still use the technique of emptying their hands of all cards, but when they find a great "Wall Cat" card, they earn an additonal 10 points. This means players can win the round a lot sooner. A player must still earn 40 points to be a winner.

Level 3 - Celebrate the Festival (Remove the Wall Cat Cards and Combo cards)

In this game, the cats and players attend an annual event called the Festival of Bubastis. Each player competes to win three cards an Entertainment card, an Activity card, and a Ticket card.

Instructions

1) Remove the Combo Cards and Wall Cat Cards
2) Dealer shuffles 52 cards and deals 5 Cards to every Player
3) Dealer turns over the top card from Deck and each player tries to discard the card in their hand by matching the color of their card to the discard pile.
4) If a player picks up an Entertainment card (Cat holding a guitar), the card is placed face up for other players to see. Any player with an Entertainment card must tell the group of player his/her name and choose a song from Pandora that begins with the letter of the player's first name.

5) If a player picks a card with a number at the top left corner that matches their Birthday month, the player can take another turn.

6) Any player who picks up an Activity card (Cat with a bicycle) chooses one of the following exercises, that all players must do: a) Shoulder Shrugs, b) Seated March, c) Leg Kicks, d) Neck Stretches, e) Shoulder Stretches
7) The first player to collect all three cards wins the round.
8) Ticket cards can also earn points. Each ticket card is worth 10 points and can be used at Food Trucks, Tribute band/Concert, Boat rides on the Nile River.
9) Each game is worth 10 points

10) First player to score 40 points wins the Game


**** The concept of Bubacat game is deeply rooted in the historical and cultural significance of felines in ancient Egypt. Each level of the game is designed to immerse players in the storied world of Bubastis, where cats were not only companions but also revered symbols of divine power.

In Level 1, players learn the basics of card matching,setting the foundation for the adventures to come. The journey begins with simple tasks that introduce the legendary narrative of Bubastis and its sacred cats. As players progress, they encounter various challenges that test their strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

The transition from level 1 to level 2 marks a shift from basic gameplay to more complex missions. Players are tasked with protecting the
Wall Cat stones, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding these mystical
relics from treasure hunters. This stage integrates historical elements,
teaching players about the ancient beliefs and practices associated with feline
deities.

In level 3, the adventure intensifies as players are further enriching their immersive experience in the game. The player recognizes new celebrations in Bubastis and finds a new way to have fun

The player with the highest points wins the game.
The game progresses through various levels, each more challenging than the last.

The deeper players delve, the more they learn about the rich history and mythology surrounding the cats of Bubastis. They encounter mystical
creatures, guardians of the sacred stones, and engage in strategic battles
The quest to safeguard the legacy of the great cats, celebrate their festivals,and enjoy the music, laughter, and good times . The modern day player is a traveler who recognizes this area as important in the 22nd Dynasty of Egypt both for its historical imprtance and tourism.


Each level uncovers new aspects of Bubastis's culture, its people's reverence for feline deities like Bastet, and the significance of cats in their civilization. The game is not only a journey through time but also atestament to the enduring bond between humans and their feline companions,celebrating the majestic aura of cats and their integral role in ancient
societies.

Level 3 (Revised) BUBASTIS TRIBUTE FESTIVAL - Entertainment - Activity - Tickets

Instructions ( Remove the Wall Cat Cards)

Players - match a color card

Player must collect one Music card ( Cat with a Guitar), one Activity card( (Cat with a Bicycle) and one Ticket card to win the round