kdice should have islands. These islands, if conquered completely by a player, would guarantee the player to conquers that island(s), a guaranteed spot placement (e.g. nothing lower than fifth place). The players who would be on the island would be random (a maximum of 2-3 players on that island, to prevent any PGA from happening).

This bonus of rank can be forfeited in the later rounds if the player wants to attach the island to the main land. However, they would not be allowed to choose where the attachment takes place. This would occur if any player does not choose the flag option, in true last player standing style).

Thus, the purpose of "islanding" is not to win the game (the points gained would be minimal), but as a defensive measure of not losing considerably. Similar of having reserves, but only active if the player is in dire circumstances.

Two islands could battle each other, creating a game within a game. Although these islands would be considerable smaller than the main standard land, it would provide more dynamics in terms of strategies.

For example, what if two players both flag for 3rd place, but are at opposite ends of the map? If both players choose to fight it out, an island would be created for them to fight for 3rd spot, rather than letting 1st or 2nd place players take away land from them.

You could also donate land from an island and allocate it to the main land, but, by doing so, you would be randomly removed 1-2 lands for getting the donation.

There are other ideas for island usage. Feel free to contribute your ideas for islanding.

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