Potion-Making: Practice
- Designer Sergey Machin
- Publisher G3 , Hobby World , Rightgames RBG SIA , Stolitsa Design Group
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Players assume the roles of apprentice mages in a magic school, collecting ingredients to create magical elixirs, talismans, and creatures. Using cards with elements and spells, you combine sets to complete formulas and score points. Managing your hand and the shared elements on the table is key to winning.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for 2 to 6 players, this game suits those who enjoy fantasy-themed card games with moderate complexity. It requires some experience with hand management and set collection mechanics. With a playtime around 40 minutes, it fits well into a medium-length game session.
How It Works
On your turn, you draw cards until you have five, then play cards to either discard for points, collect elements to complete formulas, or use spells to manipulate cards. You can reuse your own or others' completed formulas to create more complex ones. The game ends when players have no cards left and the deck is empty.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Sergey Machin, Potion-Making: Practice combines Hand Management and Set Collection in a fantasy card game. Its unique use of shared elements and multi-use cards creates interactive gameplay. It belongs to the Alchemy theme family and was published by companies like G3 and Hobby World.
Pro
- Combines Hand Management and Set Collection for tactical decisions
- Interactive use of shared elements among players
- Fantasy theme with magical ingredients and spells
- Moderate playtime of about 40 minutes
Contra
- No solo mode available
- No specified minimum age, possibly complex for young children
- May be challenging for players new to card games
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a magical school, players are apprentices gathering magical ingredients and completing spells. The fantasy theme centers on alchemy and magical creations.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on efficient hand management and keep track of the public elements to complete your formulas successfully.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Potion-Making: Practice is designed for 2 to 6 players and does not support solo play.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts around 40 minutes, making it a medium-length game.
What prior experience do I need?
Some familiarity with hand management and set collection mechanics helps, so prior card game experience is beneficial.
How does this compare to similar games?
It stands out through its use of shared elements and the ability to reuse other players' completed formulas.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its tactical nature and unspecified minimum age, it is better suited for experienced players than young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Hand Management and Set Collection, plus multi-use cards on a shared element field, distinguishes the game.
Fazit
A solid fantasy card game with engaging hand management and set collection mechanics, suitable for players seeking medium-length games with tactical depth.
