Finspan Upgraded School Tokens: Setup and Play Guide
By Stonemaier Games US & International Store | Published: 2026-10-31
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to add 20 wooden school tokens to Finspan, replace cardboard tokens cleanly, and keep your upgraded set organized for higher player counts.
Quick answer
Use the 20 wooden school tokens as a direct replacement for Finspan's cardboard school tokens, especially when you need extra tokens for higher player counts. Sort them by type, swap them into your trays, and keep the cardboard originals as a backup.
Why swap the cardboard school tokens
Finspan ships with cardboard school tokens, which work fine but can show wear after repeated handling. Wooden tokens feel more substantial and are easier to pick up, which matters when players are passing tokens around the table. The 20-token set is designed specifically for Finspan, so you do not need to measure or guess whether they will fit your existing trays.
This upgrade is optional. If you mainly play solo or with two players and your cardboard tokens are still in good shape, you may not notice much difference. The benefit grows with player count, where more tokens are in circulation and handling increases.
When the 20-token set makes sense
The set is intended to supplement the full Upgrade Pack for higher player count games. If you already own the Upgrade Pack, these extra tokens let you keep more wooden school tokens on the table without mixing in cardboard. If you do not own the Upgrade Pack, this set still replaces the cardboard school tokens, but you will have only the school tokens in wood unless you add other upgrades separately.
Because the catalog does not list token dimensions or a storage tray, check your own Finspan box and trays before buying. The tokens are designed for Finspan, but storage layout is something you will need to confirm with your copy.
How to set up and use your upgraded school tokens
- Unpack and count the tokens: Open the set and confirm you have 20 wooden school tokens. Count them once before your first game so you know the full set is present. If the count is short, contact the store before you play; missing tokens are easier to resolve before they get mixed into your game box.
- Remove the cardboard school tokens from your trays: Take the cardboard school tokens out of your Finspan insert or trays and set them aside in a small bag. Do not discard them. Keep the cardboard tokens labeled and separate so you can tell them apart if you ever sell or trade the game.
- Place the wooden tokens in the same slots: Put the 20 wooden school tokens where the cardboard ones were stored. Because they are designed for Finspan, they should fit the intended slots, but check that the lid closes without pressure. If the lid does not sit flush, remove the tokens and store them in a separate bag rather than forcing the box closed.
- Use them during setup for higher player counts: When you set up Finspan, use the wooden school tokens as the supply for school tokens. For games with more players, the extra 20-token set means you can keep the full supply in wood without falling back on cardboard. Before the first game, agree with your group that the wooden tokens are the active supply and the cardboard ones are backups.
- Store and maintain the set: After play, return all wooden school tokens to their slot or bag. Wipe them with a dry cloth if they feel sticky; avoid soaking them in water. A quick count at the end of each session catches lost tokens before they disappear into other game boxes.
Product facts
- 20 Upgraded School Tokens for Finspan: These 20 wooden school tokens were designed specifically for Finspan, where the game includes cardboard tokens. You can swap them in directly without modifying the game, and the wooden versions are easier to handle during play.
20 Upgraded School Tokens for Finspan - 20 Upgraded School Tokens for Finspan: The set is intended to supplement the full Upgrade Pack for higher player count games. If you already own the Upgrade Pack, these extra tokens let you keep more wooden school tokens available when more players are at the table.
