Quick answer
The Cartographers Colored Pencils set includes 20 pre-sharpened pencils in five colors matched to the terrain types in Cartographers and Cartographers Heroes, designed to fit inside the game box.
What's in the box
The set contains 20 colored pencils, organized into four sets of five colors: red, yellow, green, blue, and purple. Each color corresponds to one of the five terrain types you draw in both Cartographers and Cartographers Heroes. The pencils are pre-sharpened, so you can start coloring immediately.
The pencils bear the Cartographers logo, adding a thematic touch. They are designed to fit inside the game box, making storage convenient.
Quality and usability
These are standard colored pencils, not artist-grade, but they are perfectly adequate for adding color to your map sheets. The lead is soft enough to cover the map areas without excessive pressure, yet firm enough to avoid frequent breakage. The pre-sharpened tips are a nice convenience, though you may need to re-sharpen after several uses.
The color selection is intentionally limited to the five terrain types. If you want more variety for creative coloring, you may need additional pencils.
Decision rules
- Buy if you play Cartographers or Cartographers Heroes regularly: The pencils match the terrain colors exactly, saving you the hassle of matching generic pencils to the game's color scheme. If you play at least once a month, this set is a convenient upgrade.
- Buy if you prefer a compact storage solution: The pencils are designed to fit inside the game box, so you won't need extra storage space or a separate pencil case.
- Skip if you need a wide color range for artistic coloring: With only five colors, this set is not suitable for detailed artistic work or for games that require more color variety. Consider a larger set of colored pencils if you want more creative freedom.
Product facts
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Cartographers: Colored Pencils: Twenty pre-sharpened colored pencils bearing the Cartographers logo, matching the 5 terrain types in Cartographers and Cartographers Heroes, and fitting inside the game box. You get exactly the colors you need for the game, stored neatly in the box, without having to buy a larger set.
Cartographers: Colored Pencils
Who is this for?
Best for
- Frequent players of Cartographers or Cartographers Heroes who want a dedicated coloring set
- Board gamers who value compact storage and thematic accessories
Not for
- Artists or players who need a broad palette of colors for detailed map coloring
- Casual players who already own a generic set of colored pencils and don't mind mismatching colors
