Leonardo da Vinci's Codex Leicester

A game by Flaminia Brasini, Virginio Gigli, Stefano Luperto, Antonio Tinto, Changhyun Baek

1 - 5 Players 30 - 150 minutes Medium

Area Majority / Influence, Worker Placement

Book, Industry / Manufacturing, Renaissance

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Description

In Leonardo da Vinci's Codex Leicester, you'll take on the role of a Renaissance inventor, racing to bring your designs to life and amass the largest fortune. This worker placement game is designed for 1 to 5 players and features strong player interaction, with playtime lasting around 30 minutes per player. As you delve into the world of 16th-century innovation, you'll draw inspiration from the notes of the master himself, Leonardo da Vinci. Your inventions will require materials and time to complete, and you'll need to secure support from the Council and sponsors to get ahead. To succeed, you'll need to expand your workshops, procure Automata designed by Leonardo, and hire apprentices to snag coveted materials from the market. The game is won by the player who accumulates the most wealth over 7 rounds, with rewards and special abilities awaiting those who complete inventions first. With a range of invention cards, Council options, and objectives to pursue, this game offers a rich and strategic experience. Whether you're playing solo or with friends, Leonardo da Vinci's Codex Leicester promises a thrilling adventure through the world of Renaissance innovation, where genius, resourcefulness, and a little luck will determine who emerges as the most ingenious inventor of all.