Drops of Evil
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- Designer Hjalmar Hach , Lorenzo Silva
- Publisher Horrible Guild
- Illustration Weberson Santiago
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What to Expect
You play witches sending familiars to gather ingredients from the forest and combine them in an Alchilab to brew deadly potions. The game pairs Pattern Building on a Square Grid with Worker Placement elements: place ingredients to increase toxicity, unlock bonuses, recruit assistants, and follow grim recipes as described by the publisher.
Who Is This Game For?
Aimed at hobby gamers who enjoy thematic puzzles and tactical choices; age recommendation is 12+. With a 60-minute playtime it's suitable for an evening session and assumes some familiarity with engine-like placement mechanics.
How It Works
Players send familiars to collect ingredients and combine them in the Alchilab. Core mechanics include Pattern Building and Square Grid placement, enhanced by Worker Placement with different worker types. Strategic placement increases ingredient toxicity, triggers bonuses, and allows recruiting assistants to execute recipes more effectively.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Hjalmar Hach and Lorenzo Silva, Drops of Evil blends puzzle placement and worker placement in a witchy theme. The Alchilab mechanic—where placement and combination matter—is a focal point. No awards are listed in the provided data.
Pro
- Strong thematic integration of ingredient-collecting and potion-brewing (publisher description)
- Mix of Pattern Building and Worker Placement gives tactical depth
- Designed for 2–4 players with ~60 minutes playtime
- Different worker types add meaningful choices
Contra
- Targeted at hobby gamers rather than casual players (age 12+)
- Not a short filler game—around 60 minutes per session
- No awards or recognitions listed in the provided data
Setting & atmosphere
A witches' setting: players gather forest ingredients with familiars, use an Alchilab to synthesize lethal mixtures, and follow dark recipes—this theme is central in the publisher description.
Tips for beginners
Focus first on understanding Pattern Building on the grid and how different worker types interact before attempting complex combos.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
No. The provided player range is 2–4, so a solo mode is not indicated.
How long does a game really take?
The listed duration is 60 minutes; allow extra time for teaching and setup.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with Pattern Building or Worker Placement helps, as the game leans toward hobbyist complexity.
How does this compare to similar games?
Drops of Evil combines Pattern Building on a Square Grid with Worker Placement and a potion-brewing theme, linking placement and resource combination.
Is this suitable for families?
Somewhat limited. With a 12+ recommendation and hobby-level complexity, it's better for older family members.
What mechanic makes it special?
The interplay of Pattern Building on a Square Grid with Worker Placement and distinct worker types is the standout mechanical trait.
Fazit
Recommended for players who like thematic puzzle-strategy hybrids and worker-placement choices; best for groups of 2–4 with about 60 minutes. Not ideal if you prefer very short or casual games.
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