Fountains
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- Designer Kedric Winks
- Publisher The Op Games
- Illustration Shaun Ellis
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What to Expect
You play a Fountaineer in Florimelle, building layered fountains, pools and garden features on a round personal board. Move tokens 1–3 spaces on a central rondel to take tiles or small features, then add them to your fountain. Water flow and spout placement across levels determine scoring, and certain rondel spaces trigger scoring for lilypads, linked pools or fish for all players.
Who Is This Game For?
Suitable for ages 10+, Fountains is a light-to-medium Euro aimed at families with experience and hobby gamers. With 1–5 players and about 45 minutes per game it fits game nights that prefer shorter, strategic sessions; solo players are also accommodated.
How It Works
Actions are chosen on a rondel: move a token 1–3 spaces clockwise and take the tile next to that token (Open Drafting). Place tiles on your round fountain board (Tile Placement), expanding outward and upward across levels. Certain rondel spaces trigger shared scoring events for specific items; points scale by the level of an item, and point thresholds trigger additional scoring and end-game bonuses.
What Makes It Special
Kedric Winks blends rondel action selection with open drafting and multi-layer tile placement, creating a mix of tactical choices and planning. The Art Nouveau gardening theme (Art style – Art Nouveau, Gardening) gives the game a clear visual identity. Rather than worker placement, Fountains focuses on compact, puzzle-like city building with recurring scoring triggers.
Pro
- Short playtime (~45 minutes) for 1–5 players
- Mix of Rondel, Open Drafting and Tile Placement
- Multi-level tile placement allows strategic depth
- Includes solo play option
Contra
- Layered waterflow rules require some learning
- Tactical planning may be demanding for younger players (10+)
Setting & atmosphere
Set in the fictional city of Florimelle, the game centers on beautifying gardens and plazas with ornate fountains and waterworks. The presentation leans on Art Nouveau styling and horticultural motifs.
Tips for beginners
Focus first on keeping a clear water flow and build sensible levels; use the rondel to time shared scoring opportunities.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes. The game supports solo play, as players.min = 1.
How long does a game really take?
Listed duration is about 45 minutes; expect the first game to take longer with setup and explanation.
What prior experience do I need?
Some familiarity with tile placement and midweight Euro mechanics is helpful; recommended age 10+.
How does this compare to similar games?
Fountains emphasizes rondel action selection combined with open drafting and layered tile placement rather than classic worker placement.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes for families with older children (10+); younger kids may struggle with the multi-level mechanics.
What mechanic makes it special?
The interplay of Rondel, Open Drafting and multi-level Tile Placement defines the gameplay.
Fazit
Fountains is a good pick for players who like 45-minute strategic tile-laying games with rondel-driven choices. It’s especially fitting if you enjoy planning multi-level layouts and timed scoring windows.
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