King's Breakfast
- Designer Alan R. Moon , Aaron Weissblum
- Publisher 999 Games , ABACUSSPIELE , Rio Grande Games , Swan Panasia Co., Ltd.
- Illustration Georg von Westphalen
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In King's Breakfast, players join a royal breakfast where they take portions of different dishes. They must avoid taking more of a dish than the king himself, as that is considered rude. The game mixes open drafting with set collection, while the dragon Emerald occasionally steals food. Winning means having the most of the king's favorite dishes without exceeding his amounts.
Who Is This Game For?
King's Breakfast is ideal for families and casual gamers aged 7 and up who enjoy short, simple card games. With a playing time around 15 minutes, it suits quick sessions without complex rules. No prior experience is needed due to its accessible gameplay.
How It Works
Players draft dishes from the table in turns (Open Drafting) and collect sets of these dishes (Set Collection). They speculate on which dishes the king favors and must avoid taking more than the king does (Commodity Speculation). Occasionally, the dragon Emerald steals some food, adding unpredictability. The player with the best sets according to the king's preferences wins.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Alan R. Moon and Aaron Weissblum, King's Breakfast was nominated in 2003 for the Japan Boardgame Prize Best Foreign Game for Beginners. It uniquely combines commodity speculation, open drafting, and set collection in a thematic royal breakfast setting featuring a food-stealing dragon. It offers a fast-paced alternative to typical family games.
Awards
2003
Pro
- Short playtime of about 15 minutes
- Easy to learn rules
- Combines Set Collection, Commodity Speculation, and Open Drafting
- Nominated for Japan Boardgame Prize 2003
Contra
- Only for 3-5 players
- Limited complexity, less appealing for experts
- No solo mode available
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set at a royal breakfast where the king and guests enjoy various dishes. The theme revolves around food and courtly manners, with the dragon Emerald adding a whimsical touch by stealing food.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on tracking the king's favorite dishes and avoid taking more than he does of any dish.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, King's Breakfast supports 3 to 5 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 15 minutes, allowing for quick play sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is straightforward and requires no special prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
King's Breakfast uniquely blends commodity speculation with open drafting and set collection in a short thematic card game.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is suitable from age 7 and features simple rules ideal for families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of commodity speculation, open drafting, and set collection defines the gameplay.
Fazit
King's Breakfast is a light, quick card game for families and beginners who enjoy set collection with a speculative twist. It may feel too simple for players seeking deeper strategy.
