Goal: Be the richest merchant at that moment, when all players have reached their home port 1. Each player starts with 10 cargo cards and 2.000 money units 2. Make money by choosing a route which allows you to sell your goods as profitable as possible - look for those ports where your cargo is looked for 3. Try to be the first to enter a port, because only the first can pick up new cargo 4. Try to avoid too many difficulties on your way (storm, mist...) 5. Sell as many goods as possible to avoid penalties If you are the first to reach your homeport you will get a bonus.