Components:

• 1 Pirate Ship: A wobbly ship that balances on a wave.

• Pirate Pieces: Various pirate-themed figures and objects (pirates, treasure, parrots, etc.).

• 1 Wave: A base that the ship balances on.

• Instructions: For setting up and playing the game.
  

Objective:

The goal is to be the player who successfully places the last pirate piece on the ship without causing it to tip over.

Setup:

1. Assemble the Ship:

   • Place the wave base on a flat surface.

   • Set the pirate ship on top of the wave so it can rock back and forth.

2. Distribute the Pirate Pieces:

   • Divide the pirate pieces evenly among all players. If there are extra pieces, set them aside.

3. Determine the First Player:

   • Decide who goes first by any preferred method (e.g., youngest player, roll a die, etc.).
     

Gameplay:

1. Starting the Game:

   • The first player begins by placing one of their pirate pieces anywhere on the ship.

   • Play proceeds clockwise.

2. Taking Turns:

   • On each turn, a player must place one of their pirate pieces on the ship.

   • Players can place pieces anywhere on the ship, but must be careful not to unbalance it.

   • Players continue to take turns placing pieces on the ship.

3. Balancing the Ship:

   • If a player causes the ship to tip and any pieces fall off, that player must pick up all the fallen pieces and add them to their collection.

   • The game then continues with the next player.
     

Winning the Game:

• The game continues until a player successfully places the last of their pieces on the ship without causing it to tip over.

• The first player to place all their pieces on the ship wins the game.
  

Strategy Tips:

1. Distribute Weight Evenly: Try to place pieces in a way that balances the weight on the ship evenly.

2. Watch the Ship's Movement: Pay attention to how the ship rocks with each piece added to plan your next move.

3. Use Smaller Pieces Strategically: Place smaller pieces in trickier spots to maintain balance.