Alchemists

A game by Matúš Kotry

2 - 4 Players 120 minutes High

Action Drafting, Action Queue, Constrained Bidding, Deduction, End Game Bonuses, Events, Hand Management, Card Drafting, Turn Order: Progressive, Worker Placement

Deduction, Fantasy, Puzzle

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

In Alchemists, 2 to 4 players compete to uncover the secrets of their mystical art, earning points by publishing correct theories. The game is played over 6 rounds, with each round allowing players to choose their play order and gain rewards. Players use a combination of action drafting, hand management, and deduction to mix ingredients, test results, and gain knowledge, all while utilizing a smartphone app to randomize the rules of alchemy. As players progress, their reputations will fluctuate, and they can earn money by selling potions to adventurers, which can be used to purchase powerful magical artifacts. The game culminates in a final exhibition, where reputation is converted into points, and players score points for artifacts, grants, and correct theories. With its unique blend of fantasy, puzzle-solving, and deduction, Alchemists offers a complex and engaging experience that will challenge and reward players.