# 12 Days

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2011
- **BGG Rating**: 6.5
- **BGG Rank**: #3814
- **Players**: 3-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 15 min
- **Weight**: 1.20 / 5
- **Designers**: James Ernest, Mike Selinker
- **Artists**: Echo Chernik
- **Publishers**: Calliope Games, Cheapass Games, Gamesmith, LLC
- **Categories**: Card Game, Print & Play
- **Mechanics**: Auction / Bidding, Auction: Sealed Bid, Set Collection

## Verdict
A super fast and fun holiday filler for the whole family!Very quick playtimeHand-passing mechanicFun Christmas themeEasy to learnMight be too shortDeck luck involvedRECOMMENDED

## Description
You know that Christmas carol that gets stuck in your head? Well, '12 Days' takes that classic melody and turns it into a super dynamic and fast-paced card game! The idea is simple, yet tricky: you need to manage your hand of gifts to win the round, but without getting stuck with a hand full of useless junk. Over twelve quick rounds, the goal is to collect the best gift cards to score points, but there's a catch: you also want to hold the most cards of the same value to secure huge bonus points at the end. 

The gameplay flow is a real balancing act. In each round, everyone does the same thing simultaneously: pass one card to the left, choose one card from your hand to reveal, and try to win the round's prize. The golden rule? The player who plays the lowest card wins! But watch out, because if you're left with too many bad cards, you'll end up losing points or handing the victory to your neighbor. It's a light bluffing and strategic discarding game. You have to decide: do I play my strong card now to secure this point, or do I save it to build a set of matching cards and grab that massive bonus at the end? With games lasting only 15 minutes, it's the perfect filler before a Christmas dinner or for a quick rematch among friends. It's light, it's fun, and honestly, it's impossible to play a round without a little chuckle at the table!

## FAQ
### How long does a game take?
Super quick, about 15 minutes per round.

### How complex is the game?
Very low! It's an ideal game for instant fun without reading huge manuals.

### How many players can I play with?
The game is for 3 to 5 players, but the fun is guaranteed with any of them.

### Is it very competitive?
Yes, you need to watch what your neighbors are passing so you don't get caught off guard!

### Do I need expansions to play?
Nope, the base game provides all the fun you need.

### Is it good for kids?
Absolutely! It's perfect for including little ones in the holiday festivities.

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