Aqua Mirabilis

Gotha Games, Ediciones MasQueOca · Board game · 2019
2–4 · best 4 90–120 min Weight 3.6/5
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7.2 rating BGG
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7.2 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy games with a strong theme and mechanics that make you think about optimizing every step, Aqua Mirabilis might be your new addiction! It's a strategic game with a touch of courtly drama.

Highlights
  • Engaging perfume theme
  • Worker placement strategy
  • Subtle social interaction
  • Creative perfume crafting
Keep in mind
  • Complexity can be daunting
  • Steep learning curve
  • Might feel low interaction
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Aqua Mirabilis, you dive into the glamorous, yet treacherous, world of perfumery at the French court. Your goal is to become the most renowned perfumer by creating fragrances that enchant the King and his court. It all begins with harvesting precious flowers like roses, jasmine, and lavender. With these, you'll extract pure scents and, perhaps, mix them with solvents and fixatives to create something truly special. But a successful perfumer's life isn't just about flowers! You need to hone your techniques, study new recipes, and even travel to learn the secrets of the art. In the game, this translates to acquiring new skills and locations that grant you unique advantages. And of course, the court is a stage for intrigue: you'll need to navigate complex social relationships, win the favor of influential ladies, and perhaps even seduce them to gain access and influence over the King. Each presented perfume is judged by its originality and elegance, earning prestige points. Whoever accumulates the most prestige by the end is crowned the master perfumer! Prepare for an immersion into the opulence and gossip of the court of Versailles, where your sense of smell is as crucial as your charm.

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Best player count

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2–4 players
2 BEST
3 REC
4 BEST

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Game details

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Country: France Theme: Perfume
Publisher Gotha Games, Ediciones MasQueOca
Designer Alessia Luca
Artist Giorgio De Michele, Mario Barbati

Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions
What is the average playtime for Aqua Mirabilis?
A game typically lasts between 90 and 120 minutes, depending on the number of players and familiarity with the rules.
How many players can play Aqua Mirabilis?
Aqua Mirabilis is designed for 2 to 4 players, offering different experiences with each player count.
Is the game very complicated to learn?
It has a medium-high complexity (BGG weight of 3.56), so it might take a few plays to master all the nuances, but the reward is significant.
Do I need to know English to enjoy the game?
No! Aqua Mirabilis has excellent components available in Portuguese, including the board and cards, so language barrier is not an issue.
Who would you recommend Aqua Mirabilis to?
We recommend it for those who enjoy strategy games with well-developed themes, like optimizing actions, and don't mind a bit of complexity and indirect interaction.
What are the main components of the game?
The game includes a main board, worker pieces, apprenticeship and city cards, resource markers (flowers, essences), and prestige points.

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