Tembo: Survival on the Savanna (Nordic)

TEMBO is an atmospheric co-op board game where players lead a herd of elephants through the dangerous savanna on a dramatic journey towards survival.

The name Tembo means “elephant” in Swahili, and in the game, the entire herd must work together to reach their destination safely. However, the road is filled with challenges such as lack of food and water, changing terrain, and dangerous lions that constantly threaten the herd.

How to play it 🐘

On your turn, you play a card to either:

• Expand the savanna
• Move the elephant herd forward

Each card has two different functions, and your position around the table affects how the cards can be used. This creates a tactical and cooperative puzzle where communication and planning are crucial.

Watch out for dangers ⚠️

Players lose if:

• The herd starves
• The card deck runs out
• The lions catch up to the elephants

Highlights 🌿

• Cooperative gameplay
• Strategic card management and teamwork
• Variable setup – no game is the same
• Atmospheric savanna theme
• Focus on communication and planning

Perfect for:

• 🧠 Fans of co-op and strategic games
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families and gaming groups
• 🐘 Players who love nature and animal themes
• 🎲 Players looking for high replay value

TEMBO combines excitement, strategy, and cooperation in an intense survival journey through the African savanna.