Trickerion: Legends of Illusion
- Designer Richard Ámann , Viktor Péter
- Publisher Mindclash Games , APE Games , Corax Games , Maldito Games , Super Meeple
- Illustration Villő Farkas , László Fejes
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You play rival stage illusionists in a late-19th-century urban setting with a touch of the supernatural. Using worker placement and simultaneous action selection, you recruit engineers, assistants and apprentices, gather blueprints and components, and prepare elaborate performances. Performances resolve as a tile-placement mini-game at the Theater and yield Fame and Coins. The game offers many tricks, character abilities and special assignments that shape long, strategic sessions.
Who Is This Game For?
Aimed at experienced gamers (advanced/strategy crowd): Trickerion demands planning, multi-step engine building and patience. For 2–4 players and about 180 minutes per game, it fits long game nights. New players should allow time for learning the systems.
How It Works
Core mechanics include Action Points/Action Queue, Simultaneous Action Selection and Worker-Placement: place your workers on city locations, choose actions in queues or simultaneously and manage resources. Your personal Workshop stores and prepares tricks, while Theater performances use Tile Placement with high player interaction. Dice rolling and special assignment cards influence outcomes and choices.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Richard Ámann and Viktor Péter, Trickerion merges Action Queue and Tile Placement within a thematic illusionist setting. It received several 2015 nominations (e.g., Board Game Quest Awards and Golden Geek). The split between Workshop preparation and interactive Theater performances sets it apart from many Eurogames.
Awards
2015
- 2016 Jogo do Ano — Nominated
- 2015 Board Game Quest Awards Best Game from a Small Publisher — Nominated
- 2015 Cardboard Republic Tactician Laurel — Nominated
- 2015 Meeples Choice Award — Nominated
Pro
- Strong thematic premise as rival stage illusionists (from description)
- Large variety of tricks and many character abilities (from description)
- Combination of Worker-Placement, Action Queue and Tile Placement for strategic depth
- High player interaction during Theater performances
Contra
- Long playtime (~180 minutes) requires commitment
- High complexity; significant learning curve for newcomers
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in a fictional, late 19th-century cityscape (Post-Napoleonic atmosphere) with locations like Downtown, Dark Alley, Market Row and a Theater; supernatural motifs frame the competition.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on understanding Workshop and Theater phases; integrate advanced modules and special assignments gradually.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No — the game is designed for 2–4 players.
How long does a game really take?
Duration is listed at about 180 minutes; include setup and learning time for a full session.
What prior experience do I need?
Best for experienced Euro players; familiarity with complex mechanics helps.
How does this compare to similar games?
Trickerion blends Worker-Placement with Action Queue and a Tile Placement mini-game, distinguishing it from straight resource-management Euros.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and a 14+ age recommendation, it's less suited for families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The interplay of Action Queue (Action Queue), Simultaneous Action Selection and Theater Tile Placement is a defining feature.
Fazit
Trickerion is recommended for players who enjoy long, strategic Euro sessions with a strong theme. Its complexity and length make it less suitable for casual or family groups.
