El Rey de la Piel
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- Designer Alain Xalabarde
- Publisher (Self-Published)
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What to Expect
Players take the role of leather manufacturers in Ubrique, starting as small workshops and expanding their factories. Each turn, market cards present orders or events that influence production and strategy. Players manage workforce, purchase leather resources, and fulfill orders for international fashion brands. Negotiation and cooperation add depth in advanced rules.
Who Is This Game For?
This game suits experienced players interested in economic simulations and moderate complexity. With a 45-minute playtime, it fits well into medium-length gaming sessions. Prior familiarity with worker placement and pick-up and deliver mechanics is helpful but not mandatory.
How It Works
Each round, two market cards are revealed showing either orders or events. Players choose orders to produce handbags and wallets, hiring external workshops when needed. Managing leather resources and expanding the factory are key. Advanced rules allow player negotiation and trading, increasing interaction.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Alain Xalabarde, El Rey de la Piel realistically simulates Ubrique's leather industry. It blends worker placement, pick-up and deliver, and cooperative elements without heavy luck. Though not awarded, it offers a unique insight into a specialized economic sector.
Pro
- Realistic economic simulation of a niche industry
- Combination of worker placement and pick-up and deliver
- Negotiation and trading in advanced rules
- Short playtime of about 45 minutes
Contra
- No known awards or recognitions
- Requires some experience with economic games
- Limited to 2 to 4 players
Setting & atmosphere
The game is set in the leather industry of Ubrique, Spain, known for its craftsmanship in leather goods like handbags and wallets.
Tips for beginners
Focus on smaller orders first and gradually expand your factory to manage your workforce effectively.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
El Rey de la Piel is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 45 minutes, making it a relatively short experience.
What prior experience do I need?
Basic knowledge of economic simulations and worker placement mechanics helps but is not mandatory.
How does this compare to similar games?
It offers a realistic leather industry simulation with cooperative and negotiation elements that differentiate it from classic worker placement games.
Is this suitable for families?
Recommended for ages 9+, but its economic complexity makes it more suitable for experienced players.
What mechanic makes it special?
The mix of worker placement, pick-up and deliver, and cooperative mechanics creates a unique economic gameplay.
Fazit
Recommended for players who enjoy strategic economic simulations with moderate complexity and player interaction. It offers a challenging experience for those interested in industrial themes.
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