Drinking game: Anchorman

Anchorman ⚓ – Detailed rules for the drinking game

Game preparation:

• Number of players: 4 or more (ideally in two teams of 2-5 players each).

• Required materials: No accessories required, just drinks for all players.

• The aim of the game: To lead your team to victory as quickly as possible by having the anchorman drink the drink and punishing the opposing team.

Game play:

1. Game start:

   • The players are divided into two teams . Each team should consist of at least two players, but more players are welcome.

   • Each team chooses an anchorman to finish the drink. This anchorman isn't needed until the end.

   • The teams stand next to each other and prepare to drink in order.

2. Drinking:

   • The first player of the first team starts by taking a sip of his drink and passing it.

   • The next player on the team must then also take a sip and pass the drink to the next, and so on.

   • This continues until the last team member , the anchorman , takes his turn.

   • The anchorman must drink the entire remaining drink at once, making him a crucial player in the game.

3. The losing team:

   • The team that finishes the drink first wins the round.

   • The losing team has to drink a shot as a penalty.

4. Errors and penalties:

   • If a team drinks out of order (e.g., a player skips or messes up the order), the team must take an extra drink or even a shot as a penalty.

   • Alternatively, a rule could be introduced that the entire team has to start the drink again from the beginning if a mistake is made.

Additional rules and variations:

• Increase speed: To increase the pressure and fun factor, you could stipulate that the anchorman has to finish the drink within 10 seconds, otherwise he has to take another shot.

• Change teams: After each round, the teams can be rearranged to provide more variety and challenge.

• More difficult drinks: Players can also choose to increase the difficulty by using heavier drinks like cocktails or long drinks instead of beer. This makes the game more intense!

Perfect for:

• Teams that want to challenge each other and where every player is willing to drink quickly.

• Players who want to demonstrate their drinking speed while also testing their teamwork.

Conclusion: " Anchorman " is a fast-paced and exciting drinking game that's a lot of fun. It combines teamwork, drinking speed, and excitement, as every player on the team is crucial to victory. The Anchorman, in particular, provides great laughs and competitive pressure with his last drink. It's perfect for groups who want to challenge each other and are fast drinkers.