Board game, The Curse of Candelabria

The Curse of Candelabria


  A board game by Gabriele Porro, Davide Carcelli

3-5 3-5

 60-120 minutes   Medium 

  Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Card Play Conflict Resolution

  Miniatures, Medieval

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Description

The Curse of Candelabria is a game like no other, where you'll control a noble house of living candles and compete with other players to dominate territories on the map. With a unique blend of area majority, area movement, and card play, this medieval-themed game is perfect for fans of strategic gameplay and immersive settings. Designed by Davide Carcelli and Gabriele Porro, and published in 2024, The Curse of Candelabria promises an engaging experience for 3 to 5 players, with a playtime of 60 to 120 minutes. As you navigate the game's three distinct eras, you'll need to carefully manage your resources and plan your moves to outmaneuver your opponents. The game's normal complexity makes it accessible to fans of board games, while the layered miniatures and tealights add a tactile and visually stunning element to the gameplay. During each turn, you'll create new living candles, compose your miniatures, and place them on the map to claim territories and earn points. But beware - at the end of each era, a combat phase will erupt, where conflicts will be resolved and majorities will be decided, making every move count in your quest to become the new king of Candelabria. With its rich medieval setting and innovative gameplay mechanics, The Curse of Candelabria offers a thrilling experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat. As you upgrade your castle, melt deployed candles to activate their abilities, and move your pieces to claim new territories, you'll need to stay focused and adapt to the changing circumstances of the game. With its unique blend of strategy, luck, and social interaction, The Curse of Candelabria is an unforgettable experience that will leave you eager to play again and again, all in pursuit of earning the most points and claiming the throne of Candelabria.

Expansions

The Curse of Candelabria: Solo Mode
The Curse of Candelabria

Solo Mode

  0-1 Players

 0 minutes

 Unknown 

The Curse of Candelabria: 6th Player Expansion
The Curse of Candelabria

6th Player Expansion

  0 Players

 0 minutes

 Unknown 

The Curse of Candelabria: Missions and Decay
The Curse of Candelabria

Missions and Decay

  0 Players

 0 minutes

 Simple 

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