Potion-Making: University Course
- Designer Sergey Machin
- Publisher Rightgames RBG SIA , Stolitsa Design Group
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In Potion-Making: University Course, players deepen their magical skills with new ingredients, spells, creatures, and recipes. Each turn has three phases to draw and play cards from two separate decks. Players combine elements, brew potions, and use special artifacts like the "Scruple of Conscience" for strategic effects. The expansion enables more complex combinations and new bonuses through talismans.
Who Is This Game For?
This expansion is for 2 to 8 players familiar with the base game Potion-Making: Practice. It is a medium-weight game demanding experience with hand management and set collection mechanics. The approximately 60-minute playtime requires some patience and prior knowledge.
How It Works
The core mechanics are Hand Management and Set Collection: players draw cards from two decks, play elements, and create potions. Each turn consists of three phases where cards are combined or played to score points. New spells like "Haste" allow playing two cards in a row, and artifacts provide tactical bonuses or penalties.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Sergey Machin, this expansion adds new mechanics and cards that increase complexity. Although it has no awards, it stands out with its fantasy alchemy theme and card-driven engine. It can be combined with the Potion-Making: Guild of Alchemists expansion for three decks in play.
Pro
- Expands the base game with new spells and cards
- Offers more complex combinations via hand management and set collection
- Includes tactical artifacts for added variability
- Compatible with the Guild of Alchemists expansion
Contra
- Requires the base game to play
- Demands experience with advanced rules
- About 60 minutes playtime needs some patience
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a fantasy world of alchemy and magic, players are students mastering advanced spells, ingredients, and creatures. The theme revolves around magical potion brewing and mystical artifacts.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to understand the new cards and phases before trying complex combinations.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Potion-Making: University Course supports 2 to 8 players.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 60 minutes with minimal setup.
What prior experience do I need?
You should know the base game Potion-Making: Practice and be familiar with hand management and set collection.
How does this compare to similar games?
Using two separate decks and new spells and artifacts makes it more complex and varied than many pure card games.
Is this suitable for families?
This expansion is more suited for experienced players than for families with younger children.
What mechanic makes it special?
Hand Management and Set Collection enable diverse card combinations.
Fazit
Potion-Making: University Course is a valuable expansion for fans seeking more depth and variety. It requires the base game and some experience with its rules.
