Catan: Traders & Barbarians Expansion | AreYouGame (2024)

Return Policy

We want you to have fun playing, piecing, or crafting together what you ordered. And although we do our best to ensure your product arrives to you ready to play, sometimes there may be an issue. If you have an issue with your recent purchase our Customer Service team is here to help. If you are not satisfied with your order, you may request a return within 30 days of receipt. Unfortunately, AreYouGame.com is unable to process returns from our retail partners, only purchases made directly through AreYouGame.com.

Return by Mail

  1. Use the original shipping packaging or sturdy corrugated box.
  2. Inside the box, enclose the original packing slip and item you wish to return.
  3. Carefully re-package the item you wish to return and ship to the following address:

AreYouGame.com
Attn: Returns Department
11201 N Airworld Dr.
Kansas City, MO 64153

  1. On the return shipping label, clearly write your order number.
  2. If provided, attach the prepaid return shipping label over the original shipping label on the box. Remove any additional labels that may be on the box.
  3. Drop your package off at the shipping carriers location or closest drop-off box.

Refund Information

Once we have received your return, we’ll issue a refund towards the original payment method used on the order for the item that has been returned, depending on the condition of the return, unless you have already contacted customer service for resolution. This normally will take a week to process, but during the holidays it may be longer.

Unopened or Unused

Products that are unopened or unused (and new, re-sellable condition) may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund minus the cost of shipping. A pre-paid return shipping label will not be provided if the product is no longer wanted or needed. A pre-paid return shipping label will be provided if the wrong product was received.

Shipping Damage

Please provide documentation (pictures) to our Customer Service Team at orders@areyougame.com so we can process your damage claim and approve your return, replacement or refund. We will send you a pre-paid return shipping label so that you can return the damaged item (as either a PDF you can print or we can print it for you.) If you would like us to replace the item, please let us know when you are submitting your documentation. If you are unable to provide pictures, ask us for a pre-paid shipping label and we can process the damage claim when we receive the damaged item back.

Used or Open Items

If your product has been used or opened and there is a defect, missing pieces, or damage, please contact our Customer service team atorders@areyougame.comabout resolving your issue.

Missing Pieces or Parts

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For all other products, please check the product package to identify the product manufacturer and contact them directly for replacement pieces.

Exceptions

Products that are beyond the 30 day return window (whether opened or unopened) will not be eligible for return unless deemed acceptable by AreYouGame.com.

Holiday Returns

During the holiday season, we extend our 30-day return policy to cover purchases that may have been purchased as gifts. Orders placed from November 1stthrough December 31stmay be returned until January 31st.

Orders + Shipping

How much is shipping?

Shipping is calculated based on the delivery address and your requested delivery method (i.e., USPS Priority Mail andNext-Day Air Saver...).

Do you ship internationally?

We currently only ship within the United States, U.S. Territories, and APO/FPO/DPO, and U.S. PO Boxes.

Do you ship to APO or PO boxes?

We can ship to APO/FPO/DPO and PO Boxes and locations within the United States and U.S. Territories.

Do you offer pick-up?

AreYouGame does not operate a physical storefront and our warehouse is not open to the public, so unfortunately we cannot accommodate any customer pick-ups. But we deliver your favorite games, puzzles, and activities straight to your door.


What are the available shipping methods?

We provide you with the best rate through UPS and USPS and offer:

    • UPS Next-Day Air Saver
    • USPS Priority

Rates are calculated based on your delivery address and cannot be modified.Please note: Shipping timeline estimations provided by USPS are estimates and are not guaranteed.

If I choose to ship to multiple locations, will I be charged extra shipping?

Multiple orders with different delivery addresses will need to be placed as separate orders. Each order will be charged individually for shipping.Rates are calculated based on your delivery address and cannot be modified.

When can I expect my order to ship?

Orders received Monday through Friday before 12:00 pm (CST) will ship the same day. Orders received after 12:01 pm (CST) will ship by the end of the next business day. Orders received after 12:01 pm (CST) on Friday through Sunday will ship by the end of the day on Monday.Please note that Saturday, Sunday and holidays are not considered business days for order shipping, except from the day after Thanksgiving to December 23rd we have pickups on Saturdays as well.

How long will it take to get my order?

  • UPS Next-Day Air Saver
    • Orders received by 12 Noon CST Monday – Friday will be shipped the same day**, and you should receive the package the following business day. UPS Next Day Air Saver promises next-day deliverybetween 3:00 and 4:30 p.m. to commercial addresses, and at the end of the day to residential addresses.
  • USPS Priority
    • Orders received by 12 Noon CST Monday - Friday will be shipped the same day**, and USPS states that Priority Mail should be received between 1-3 days. We believe this is in actuality 1-5 days.
  • Carrier Delays
    • Our policy is to ship all orders received by 12 Noon CST Monday – Friday to ship the same day**. Once the carrier has picked up the package, the delivery time may vary due to many reasons – from natural disasters to holiday shipping to employee shortages, we have notice all of the carriers have been struggling to keep up with the demands – so we cannot be responsible for carrier delays once the order has left our warehouse. We can only guarantee when we will ship your order.

**Please note that Saturday, Sunday and holidays are not considered business days for order shipping. With the exception: From the day after Thanksgiving to December 23rd, our cut-off time for shipments is for orders received by 4PM. We will have pickups on Saturdays as well. We will be here on Sundays during those times, but we don’t have carriers picking up the packages until Monday evening.

Where will my product ship from?

Products ship from our warehouse located at 11201 N Airworld Dr., Kansas City, MO 64153.

How can I track my order?

A tracking number for each order placed will be sent directly to you. Most orders should arrive within 5-7 business days. Orders shipped to AK, HI, U.S. Territories, or APO/FPO/DPO addresses may be subject to additional transit time. Orders may be subject to additional delays during peak holiday shipping season or due to carrier capacity issues.

What should I do if the tracking number says my package was delivered but I didn’t receive it?

Please first check around the general vicinity of your front door, mailbox, garage, side gate, or yard for your package. Many times mail carriers will hide packages out of plain sight to prevent theft. You might also check with your neighbors to ensure the mail carrier did not leave your package with them. If after checking these areas, you do not find your package, please contact us at orders@areyougame.com.

I would like to place a bulk or corporate order, how do I do this?

Please contact us directly at orders@areyougame.com and we will be happy to assist you with your order.

Returns

Products that are unopened or unused (in new, re-sellable condition) may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund minus the cost of shipping.

If your product has been used or opened and there is a defect, missing pieces, or damage, please contact our Customer Service team at orders@areyougame.com about resolving your issue.

Products that are beyond the 30 day return window (whether opened or unopened) will not be eligible for return unless deemed acceptable by AreYouGame.com.

What information is required before starting a return?

Please provide the reason for your return, product name, and order number when requesting a return with our Customer Service team.

I have a missing or defective piece, how can I get a replacement?

AreYouGame.com is an online retailer that offers the largest selection of games, puzzles, and activities. In order to provide this great selection, we sell our own products but also distribute products from other manufacturers.

For all University Games, Briarpatch, Front Porch Classics, BePuzzled, U-Create, and Great Explorations, please contact University Games’ Customer Service team for replacement pieces at consumer@ugames.com.

For AreYouGame.com branded products, please contact AreYouGame.com’s Customer Service Team for replacement pieces at orders@areyougame.com.

For all other products, please check the product package to identify the product manufacturer and contact them directly for replacement pieces.

Shipping Damage

Please provide documentation (pictures) to our Customer Service Team at orders@areyougame.com so we can process your damage claim and approve your return, replacement or refund. We will send you a pre-paid return shipping label so that you can return the damaged item (as either a PDF you can print or we can print it for you.) If you would like us to replace the item, please let us know when you are submitting your documentation. If you are unable to provide pictures, ask us for a pre-paid shipping label and we can process the damage claim when we receive the damaged item back.

I opened the item, played it, and didn’t like it. Can I return it?

We strive to provide our customer with the best quality games and if you aren’t satisfied we want to know what we could do to make your experience better. Please contact our Customer Service team at orders@areyougame.com to see how we can improve your gaming experience.

When can I expect my return to be processed?

Return requests will be processed within 48 hours of the request. Once we have received your return, we’ll issue a refund towards the original payment method used on the order for the item that has been returned, depending on the condition of the return, unless you have already contacted customer service for resolution. This normally will take a week to process, but during the holidays it may be longer. The process time to your original payment method will be dependent on the credit card company.

What is your return policy during the holidays?

During the holiday season, we extend our 30-day return policy to cover purchases that may have been purchased as gifts. Orders placed from November 1st through December 31st may be returned until January 31st.

Will I be charged shipping for my return?

If the product is damaged, defective, or you received the wrong product, AreYouGame.com will provide you with a pre-paid shipping label.

What do I do if I received the wrong product?

If you received the wrong product, please contact our Customer Service team and provide us with your order number, product you did receive, and the product you should have received. We will work with you directly to resolve the issue and get your gaming experience back on the board.

Please check out Return Policy for any additional questions.

Payment

What payment types are accepted?

We accept all major credit cards and PayPal. At this time we are unable to accept checks, e-currency, or any other forms of payment. e-Gift cards purchased through AreYouGame.com can only be used through our website.

When will I be charged for my order?

You will be charged for your order once the item has shipped from our facility.

General

Can I cancel my order before it ships?

Our team is driven to provide our customer with a world-class experience which includes rapid turn-around times for shipping. Order received prior to 12:00 pm (CST) will be shipped the same-day while orders received after 12:01 pm (CST) will ship the following business day. Due to our expedited shipping process, orders cannot be cancelled.

Can I modify my order before it ships?

Our team is driven to provide our customer with a world-class experience which includes rapid turn-around times for shipping. Order received prior to 12:00 pm (CST) will be shipped the same-day while orders received after 12:01 pm (CST) will ship the following business day. Due to our expedited shipping process, orders cannot be modified.


Can I order an item that is sold out?

At this time we are not accepting pre-orders for items that are sold out. To make sure you stay up-to-date on all our new games and restocked items, subscribe to our newsletter for latest information.

What are your standard customer service hours?

Our Customer Service team is available Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (CST). If we missed you, you can email us at orders@areyougame.com and we will follow-up with you the next business day.

Is a Customer Service Representative available during the holidays?

Our offices are closed Saturday - Sunday and for all major US holidays including, but not limited to:New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve.If we missed you, you can email us at orders@areyougame.com and we will follow-up with you the next business day.

What should I do if I purchased my item through a different retailer but there is an issue with the product?

If you purchased an AreYouGame.com product through one of our retail partners, please contact the retailer on processing a return or issuing a refund. We are unable to process returns or refunds on their behalf.

I’m missing the instructions from my game, puzzle, or activity. Where can I find the instructions?

AreYouGame.com is an online retailer that offers the largest selection of games, puzzles, and activities. In order to provide this great selection, we sell our own products but also distribute products from other manufacturers.

For all University Games, Briarpatch, Front Porch Classics, BePuzzled, U-Create, and Great Explorations, please contact University Games’ Customer Service team for instructions at consumer@ugames.com or visit their instructions page.

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For all other products, please check the product package to identify the product manufacturer and contact them directly for instructions.

How do promotional codes work?

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Catan: Traders & Barbarians Expansion | AreYouGame (2024)

FAQs

What do traders and barbarians add to Catan? ›

Traders & Barbarians - New in this edition. - You get new hexes, one for the castle, one to produce glass, and one to produce marble.

Is traders and barbarians worth it? ›

I personally consider it the best Settlers expansion: Seafarers had great gameplay, but was too expensive, while Cities & Knights was too complex for my liking. Contrariwise Traders & Barbarians has no real downside.

Can you combine cities and knights with traders and barbarians? ›

Cities & Knights can also be combined with the Catan: Seafarers expansion or with Catan: Traders & Barbarians scenarios (again, five to six player play only possible with the applicable five to six player extension(s)).

Which Catan expansion is the best? ›

The most popular expansion by far for Settlers of Catan is the Cities and Knights add-on. This expansion brings several new mechanics and twists to the game, drastically changing the core gameplay in interesting ways.

Can you combine Seafarers and traders and barbarians? ›

The rules for combining Seafarers and the Traders & Barbarians scenario are very limiting. This is because the Seafarers board is not arranged into a triangular or circular shape. There is, though, a way to rearrange the frame pieces into a more appropriate shape for this scenario.

What Catan expansions can be combined? ›

Which Settlers of Catan expansions can be played with each other?
3-4 Player GameRequired Boxes
SeafarersCatan Base Game + Seafarers
Cities & KnightsCatan Base Game + Cities & Knights
Traders & BarbariansCatan Base Game + Traders & Barbarians
Explorers & PiratesCatan Base Game + Explorers & Pirates
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Which Catan to buy first? ›

For most players, the recommended first expansion is Seafarers of Catan. It comes in a light blue box that includes new sea tiles and boats so players can colonize islands. The new rules that the game adds are straightforward and intuitive, making Seafarers easy to integrate with the base game.

Is it worth upgrading Barbarians and archers? ›

Make sure you upgrade Barbarians and Archers, the researched level affects the troops the Barbarian King and Archer Queen spawn with their abilities. Upgrade your heroes to a minimum of level 20 each, although ideally aim for level 25+. Aim to upgrade your walls to at least level 9.

What are the different Catan games? ›

Contents
  • 1.1 Catan: Seafarers.
  • 1.2 Catan: Cities & Knights.
  • 1.3 Catan: Traders & Barbarians.
  • 1.4 Catan: Explorers & Pirates.
  • 1.5 Catan: Oil Springs.
  • 1.6 Catan: Frenemies of Catan.
  • 1.7 Catan Historical Scenarios. 1.7.1 Historical Scenarios I: Alexander & Cheops. ...
  • 1.8 Scenario Packs. 1.8.1 The Settlers of Catan: The Game Book.

Can you play all Catan expansions together? ›

Can you combine expansions? Yes. If you have Seafarers as well as Cities and Knights, you can play the scenarios of the Seafarers expansion with the rules of the Cities and Knights expansion.

Can you mix and match Catan expansion? ›

You can play the CATAN base game with various expansions. You can also combine the different expansions.

Who loses a city in Catan? ›

If the player with the lowest strength of knights can't lose a city, the player with the second lowest strength of knights loses one. If this player can't lose a city either, the player with the third lowest strength of knights loses one. And so on, until a player has lost a city.

What is the easiest Catan expansion to learn? ›

Seafarers is the easiest Catan expansion to learn, which may explain its popularity. However, a common complaint is its simplicity relative to Cities & Knights, which is why most players prefer the latter. In Seafarers, players can build ships to explore an expanded map with islands separate from the starting board.

What game is as good as Catan? ›

Monopoly shares similarities with Catan, such as resource management and negotiation, which is why both games are widely known and played. Ticket to Ride is another game similar to Catan, with goals of building connected railway networks and resource management, providing a satisfying experience for train enthusiasts.

What is the most valuable resource in Catan? ›

This is a quick, if rather simple way to measure resource relative importance. But it's good to see that it supports the intuition that wheat and ore are often considered the most important resources in Catan.

What does Catan Explorers and Pirates add? ›

The Explorers & Pirates expansion is based on the CATAN base game rules but also contains a number of new game mechanisms. For example, ships are now equipped for expeditions and can be moved freely across the board. In the ships you transport settlers, crews, fish, or spices across the seas.

What does cities and Knights add to Catan? ›

Except where noted below, Catan: Cities & Knights (aka “Cities & Knights”) uses all the rules from Catan® (aka “The Settlers of Catan”). The additional rules include: • a revised turn order; • rules for placing and using knights; • rules for city development and progress cards; and • rules for the attacking barbarians!

What does Seafarers add to Catan? ›

For the glory of Catan, you then vie with your opponents to build the most imposing wonders of the world. The Seafarers expansion contains new frame pieces, which - together with the frame pieces of the CATAN base game - can be used to assemble frames of variable size.

What do barbarians use their bonus action for? ›

Barbarians should also use their bonus action to Rage at the beginning of combat, and some paladin spells or abilities also require use of an early bonus action. Many spellcasters have valuable bonus action spells in D&D 5e.

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