Components:

• Cootie Body Parts:

  • 4 bodies (one for each player)

  • 4 heads

  • 4 sets of eyes (2 eyes per set)

  • 4 sets of antennas (2 antennas per set)

  • 4 sets of mouthpieces

  • 4 sets of legs (6 legs per set)

• Die: A standard six-sided die.
  

Objective:

The objective of the game is to be the first player to completely assemble a cootie bug by collecting all the necessary parts.

Setup:

1. Distribute Bodies:

   • Each player receives one cootie body.

2. Pile the Parts:

   • Place all the cootie parts (heads, eyes, antennas, mouthpieces, and legs) in the center of the playing area.

3. Determine Starting Player:

   • Choose a player to go first. This can be done randomly, such as by rolling the die, with the highest roll starting first.
     

Gameplay:

1. Rolling the Die:

   • On your turn, roll the die and collect the part corresponding to the number rolled.

   • The die numbers correspond to the parts as follows:

     • 1: Body (not used since each player already has a body)

     • 2: Head

     • 3: Antenna (two needed)

     • 4: Eye (two needed)

     • 5: Mouthpiece

     • 6: Leg (six needed)

2. Part Collection Rules:

   • Head First: Before collecting any other parts, you must roll a 2 to get the head.

   • Antenna and Eyes: After obtaining a head, you can collect antennas and eyes.

   • Mouthpiece: After obtaining a head, you can also collect the mouthpiece.

   • Legs: Legs can only be collected after obtaining the head. You need a total of six legs.

3. Assembling the Cootie:

   • As you collect each part, attach it to your cootie body.

   • Continue taking turns rolling the die and collecting parts.
     

Special Rules:

1. Rolling a Number You Don't Need:

   • If you roll a number that corresponds to a part you already have or cannot yet collect (e.g., rolling a 3 before getting a head), your turn ends without collecting a part.

2. Completing the Cootie:

   • The first player to assemble a complete cootie with a head, two antennas, two eyes, a mouthpiece, and six legs wins the game.
     

Winning the Game:

• The game ends when a player successfully assembles a complete cootie bug.

• The first player to do so is declared the winner.
  

Strategy Tips:

1. Focus on the Head First: Since you need a head before collecting most other parts, prioritize rolling for a 2.

2. Multiple Tries for Legs: Remember that you need to roll multiple 6s to collect all six legs, so aim for those as soon as you have the head.

3. Patience and Luck: The game is largely luck-based, so enjoy the process and be patient with your rolls.