Theophrastus

A game by Phil R. Chase, Phil R. Chase

2 - 5 Players 15 - 30 minutes Low

Action Points, Set Collection

Card Game, Renaissance

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Description

Theophrastus is a game of alchemical skill and strategy, where 2 to 5 players compete to become the apprentice of the legendary alchemist Theophrastus von Bombast der Hohenheim. With easy-to-learn rules, this 15 to 30 minute game is perfect for a quick and engaging experience. Players must use their action points and set collection skills to duplicate Theophrastus' experiments, combining metals, elements, and essentials to create coveted concoctions. As a game set in the Renaissance, Theophrastus offers a unique blend of history and fantasy, with players vying to outdo each other in a test of skill and alchemical talent. First published in 2001, this base game has been designed by Phil R. Chase to provide a fun and challenging experience, where luck, ingenuity, and determination can make all the difference in becoming the chosen apprentice.