# 18Lilliput

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2018
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #3523
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 60-90 min
- **Weight**: 3.32 / 5
- **Designers**: Leonhard "Lonny" Orgler
- **Artists**: Martin Málek, Petr Štich
- **Publishers**: Fox in the Box, Lonny Games, Enjoy Game, MTS Games, Rawstone
- **Categories**: Card Game, Economic, Novel-based, Trains, Transportation
- **Mechanics**: Network and Route Building, Solo / Solitaire Game, Stock Holding, Tile Placement, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
Fans of 18xx who want a lighter, card‑based experience will love 18Lilliput – route building is fast, fun, and strategic.Card‑based route buildingShareholding dynamicsStrategic dividend decisionsShort playtimeLimited card poolRECOMMENDED

## Description
18Lilliput pits players for who builds the most profitable railroad network in just eight rounds. Each player starts with a company and a character that grants a special ability—a kind of railroad superpower. At the start of each turn, a pool of action cards is available, and each player selects two to use for their company. You can lay track, upgrade track, buy locomotives, buy or sell shares, or simply move money into your personal stash or the company’s treasury. After the action phase, each company runs its trains, generating revenue that can be retained for further investments or paid out as dividends. The choice to hold or pay out affects the share price – invest to grow, pay to distribute, and watch the price swing accordingly. At the end, you add cash on hand to the value of shares you own, and whoever has the highest total wins. The game blends classic 18xx mechanics—network building, shareholding, tram movement—with a fast card‑based format, making it accessible and quick. If you enjoy financial strategy, route building, and want a lighter take on the traditional 18xx experience, 18Lilliput is a solid pick. The key challenge is timing investments versus payouts, as each decision shifts share values and can swing the game in your favor or against you.

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime?
Between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on player experience and card selection speed.

### How many players can play?
1 to 4 players. It also works well as a solo game.

### What is the game's complexity?
Medium – it involves money management, share investment, and route decisions, but the card mechanics ease the learning curve.

### What components are included?
Action card decks, money tokens, share tokens, track pieces, locomotives, and a route board.

### Who should play 18Lilliput?
Fans of 18xx, network‑building games, and those looking for a lighter, faster alternative to classic titles.

### Does it support solo play?
Yes, 18Lilliput offers a solo variant with rules adapted for playing against the game itself.

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