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What a guy at a game night said about Settlers of Catan that made me rethink it

I was explaining why I always go for sheep and ore first, and this quiet guy just said "you're playing to not lose, not to win." It hit me hard because he was right, I've been playing safe for years instead of taking risks.
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richard_sanchez43
That guy cut straight through all your old strategies. Take more risks early, even if it means falling behind at first. Playing it safe just makes you predictable.
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benflores
benflores1mo ago
That approach works if you're a beginner, but seasoned players see the rush coming from a mile away and will bait you into overextending. It's more about being unpredictable at the right moments than all-out aggression.
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