The Strawberry Queen in Sleeping Queens is a unique and powerful queen who possesses special immunities, making her exceptionally difficult for opponents to affect once she has been awakened.
Originally added to rectify an oversight from earlier editions, the Strawberry Queen significantly enhances a player's strategic options. Her distinct royal powers provide a layer of security that other queens do not offer, ensuring that once she is part of your awakened collection, she remains there securely.
Special Powers of the Strawberry Queen
The Strawberry Queen's abilities are specifically designed to protect her from common disruptive actions in the game. Her two primary powers are:
| Power | Description |
|---|---|
| Cannot be Stolen | Once awakened, the Strawberry Queen cannot be taken from a player's score pile by an opponent. This immunity makes her impervious to effects that would typically allow other players to steal queens. |
| Cannot be Put Back to Sleep | The Strawberry Queen cannot be returned to a face-down, sleeping state. She is immune to cards or actions that would otherwise force an awakened queen back into the uncollected pile. |
These defensive powers mean that securing the Strawberry Queen is a significant advantage, as she contributes points reliably to a player's final score without the risk of being stolen or put back to sleep by an opponent's strategy.
