NEW - Frosty The Snowman Follow The Leader Card Game

• FAMILY CARD GAME: A cooperative game designed for families to play together, fostering teamwork and holiday spirit

• QUICK GAMEPLAY: 15-minute gameplay sessions make this perfect for holiday gatherings or when you want a quick game between festivities

• BASED ON A HOLIDAY CLASSIC: Features beloved characters from the classic Frosty the Snowman animated special that has delighted generations

• COOPERATIVE PLAY: Players work together to help Frosty reach the North Pole, creating a positive and collaborative gaming experience

• HOLIDAY THEMED: Perfect for the Christmas season, adding to your family's holiday traditions and activities

• ACCESSIBLE FOR VARIOUS AGES: Simple rules make it playable for children 8 and up, while still engaging for adults

• PERFECT STOCKING STUFFER: Compact size makes it an ideal holiday gift that can be enjoyed immediately

Manufacturer: Funko Games

Series: Funko Games Holiday Classics

Theme: Frosty the Snowman - Follow The Leader

Item Number: 49351

UPC: 889698493512

Players: 2-4

Age Recommendation: 8 years and up

Game Time: Approximately 15 minutes

Dimensions: 14 cm x 12 cm x 4 cm

Contents: 40 Frosty the Snowman Playing Cards, 12 Tiles, and Instruction Manual

Objective: Help Frosty the Snowman reach the North Pole by arranging his friends in the correct order in the parade.

Setup:

1. Arrange the character tiles in a line to form Frosty's parade.

2. Shuffle the Frosty the Snowman playing cards and place them in a face-down draw pile.

3. Choose a difficulty level based on player experience.

Gameplay:

1. On your turn, draw a card from the deck and follow its instructions.

2. Most cards will allow you to move one of the character tiles forward or backward in the parade lineup.

3. Some cards feature special events from the Frosty story, such as "Hocus Pocus Magic" that might provide special abilities or challenges.

4. Players must work together to coordinate their moves, discussing strategy and planning ahead.

5. Watch out for the villainous Professor Hinkle cards that can disrupt your carefully arranged parade!

Winning: Players win collectively if they manage to arrange all the characters in the correct order as shown on the reference card before the draw deck runs out. If the deck runs out before completing the arrangement, Frosty doesn't make it to the North Pole in time, and everyone loses.

Advanced Play: For more experienced players, additional rules can be added to increase the challenge, such as a limited number of allowed communications or stricter time constraints.

"Frosty the Snowman" is a beloved animated television special that first aired on December 7, 1969. Based on the popular Christmas song of the same name, the special was produced by Rankin/Bass Productions, known for their distinctive stop-motion animation style, though Frosty was created using traditional cell animation.

The story follows a magical snowman who comes to life when a discarded magician's hat is placed on his head. Throughout the tale, Frosty befriends a group of schoolchildren, particularly a girl named Karen. When the temperature begins to rise, threatening Frosty's existence, they embark on a journey to the North Pole where he can safely remain frozen year-round.

The villain of the story is Professor Hinkle, a bumbling magician who wants his hat back after discovering its magical properties. The magic behind Frosty's animation is facilitated by Hocus Pocus, Professor Hinkle's rabbit who switches sides to help Frosty and Karen.

This holiday special has become a Christmas tradition for many families, airing annually since its debut. Its themes of friendship, selflessness, and the magic of the holiday season continue to resonate with audiences of all ages, making it a perfect inspiration for a cooperative family card game.

The special's catchy theme song, originally written in 1950 by Walter "Jack" Rollins and Steve Nelson, has become one of the most recognizable Christmas songs in American culture.

Funko Games is the tabletop gaming division of Funko, Inc., the company best known for its highly collectible Pop! vinyl figurines featuring characters from various pop culture franchises. Launched in 2019 after Funko acquired board game publisher Forrest-Pruzan Creative, Funko Games has quickly established itself as a creator of accessible, family-friendly games based on popular entertainment properties.

The company specializes in developing games that capture the essence of beloved franchises while offering engaging gameplay experiences suitable for casual gamers and families. Their portfolio spans a wide range of properties, from Disney and Marvel to classic TV shows and movies, as well as holiday specials like Frosty the Snowman.

What sets Funko Games apart from other game publishers is their focus on creating games that are:

1. Accessible: Most Funko Games products feature straightforward rules that can be learned in minutes, making them perfect for family game nights.

2. Visually Appealing: Drawing on Funko's expertise in creating visually distinctive merchandise, their games often feature high-quality components and art that appeals to fans of the source material.

3. Relatively Quick to Play: Many of their games, including this Frosty title, are designed to be completed in under 30 minutes, fitting easily into busy family schedules.

4. Thematically Rich: Funko Games excels at translating the themes and characters of popular properties into meaningful gameplay mechanics, ensuring that players feel immersed in the worlds they love.

Incorporating games into Christmas celebrations is a tradition that dates back centuries, providing families with opportunities to bond and create cherished memories during the festive season. The Frosty the Snowman Follow The Leader card game fits perfectly into this tradition for several reasons:

Creating New Traditions: For many families, playing specific games during Christmas becomes an anticipated tradition that everyone looks forward to each year. This Frosty-themed game, with its beloved characters and cooperative gameplay, has the potential to become a new Christmas staple.

Multi-generational Appeal: Christmas gatherings often bring together family members of various ages. Games like this one, with simple rules but engaging gameplay, allow grandparents, parents, and children to participate together on equal footing.

Screen-Free Entertainment: In an era dominated by digital entertainment, card and board games offer a welcome opportunity for face-to-face interaction during Christmas. This game encourages conversation, cooperation, and shared experiences without screens.

Educational Value During School Breaks: Christmas games can keep young minds active during school vacations. This game reinforces skills like sequential ordering, planning, and cooperative problem-solving in a festive context.

Perfect Activity for Unpredictable Weather: When winter weather makes outdoor activities challenging, having engaging indoor options like this card game ensures the holiday spirit remains high regardless of conditions outside.

Unlike many competitive card games, Frosty the Snowman Follow The Leader employs cooperative gameplay mechanics, where players work together toward a common goal rather than against each other. This approach offers several unique benefits, especially for family play:

Reduced Conflict: Cooperative games eliminate the potential for hurt feelings that can sometimes arise from competitive play, making them ideal for holiday gatherings where maintaining a positive atmosphere is particularly important.

Team Building: Players must communicate effectively, share resources, and strategize together, developing valuable teamwork skills that transfer to real-world situations. These games can strengthen family bonds as members work toward shared success.

Inclusive for Different Skill Levels: More experienced players can guide beginners without the pressure of competition, making the game accessible to various ages and abilities. This creates a supportive learning environment where no one feels left behind.

Problem-Solving Development: Cooperative games present shared challenges that require creative thinking and collaborative problem-solving. Players learn to consider multiple perspectives and combine ideas to overcome obstacles.

Celebrations of Shared Success: When players win a cooperative game, everyone shares in the victory, creating positive shared memories. Likewise, if the group doesn't succeed, the experience becomes a learning opportunity without individual blame.

Teaching Empathy: By putting themselves in each other's positions and considering how their actions affect the group, players develop and practice empathy—a particularly fitting skill to cultivate during the giving season.

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Estimated Delivery Time: 3-5 business days for standard shipping; 1-2 business days for express shipping.

Returns: We accept returns within 30 days of delivery. Item must be in original packaging and condition. Items with broken seals may not be eligible for return unless damaged or defective.

Exchanges: We're happy to exchange any items that don't meet your expectations. Please contact our customer service team to arrange an exchange.

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