Dominion: Cornucopia
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- Designer Donald X. Vaccarino
- Publisher Rio Grande Games , 999 Games , Albi , Bard Centrum Gier , Devir
- Illustration Taylor Bennett , Matthias Catrein , Jessica Cox , Garret DeChellis , Jeff Himmelman , Lynell Ingram
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What to Expect
In Dominion: Cornucopia, you add 13 new Kingdom cards that reward deck variety. Using deck, bag, and pool building, plus hand management and open drafting, you build your deck aiming for the most victory points. The autumn harvest theme introduces fresh strategic options. This expansion requires the base game to play.
Who Is This Game For?
This expansion targets experienced Dominion players wanting to deepen deck-building strategies. It supports 2 to 4 players aged 13+ and lasts about 30 minutes per game. Prior deck-building knowledge is recommended as it is not standalone.
How It Works
Players buy cards offering various benefits to build their decks (Deck, Bag, and Pool Building). Delayed Purchase allows reserving cards for later acquisition. Open Drafting and Hand Management help optimize card choices and plays. The goal is to accumulate the most victory points through card variety.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Donald X. Vaccarino, this fifth Dominion expansion was nominated for the 2011 Golden Geek Best Board Game Expansion. Cornucopia emphasizes variety as a new theme, enriching the Dominion series with fresh strategic depth.
Awards
2011
Pro
- Expands the base Dominion game with new cards and mechanics
- Rewards deck variety with strategic incentives
- Short playtime of about 30 minutes
- Nominated for 2011 Golden Geek Best Board Game Expansion
Contra
- Only playable as an expansion, base game required
- Not suitable for beginners without Dominion experience
- Limited to 2 to 4 players
- Requires understanding of deck-building mechanics
Setting & atmosphere
The expansion is themed around a medieval autumn harvest festival with agricultural and celebratory elements.
Tips for beginners
Focus on mastering the base Dominion mechanics before playing Cornucopia.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
No, Dominion: Cornucopia supports 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 30 minutes, making it a relatively quick play.
What prior experience do I need?
Familiarity with the Dominion base game and deck-building is recommended since Cornucopia is an expansion.
How does this compare to similar games?
Cornucopia focuses on deck variety, adding new strategic options within the Dominion universe.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and age recommendation of 13+, it is better suited for experienced players.
What mechanic makes it special?
Deck, Bag, and Pool Building combined with Delayed Purchase and Open Drafting define the gameplay.
Fazit
Dominion: Cornucopia is recommended for Dominion fans who want new variety mechanics in deck-building. It requires the base game, so beginners without prior Dominion experience may find it less suitable.
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