Botany: Perilous Perfumes
Dux Somnium Games, Cranio Creations · Board game · 2024
1–5
Solo
45–90 min
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Ludopedia
7.7
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BGG
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rating
Ludopedia
7.7
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BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you enjoy the conflict and strategic fun of Botany, this expansion is a feast! More exotic plants and sabotage opportunities ensure gardening will never be peaceful again.
Highlights
- More dangerous plants
- New sabotage tactics
- Spicy interaction guaranteed
- Increases replayability
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- More 'Take That'
- Can be chaotic
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About the game
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Get ready for a new level of blooming and bickering with Botany: Perilous Perfumes! This expansion brings a bouquet of novelties for those who already enjoy the base game, adding even more exotic and dangerous plants. We're talking about poisonous, carnivorous, parasitic, and other bizarre specimens that will leave your opponents pulling their hair out (or dropping their petals!).
If you enjoy watching the world burn, you'll love the new sabotage opportunities this expansion unlocks. It's your chance to sow discord and reap the rewards (or thorns!) of others' misfortune. Furthermore, the new plants come with unique survival abilities, meaning you'll have to think twice before underestimating even the smallest sprout.
With mechanics including dice rolling for luck (or misfortune!), events that can change the course of the game at any moment, investment for those who like long-term planning, and that 'take that' element to spice up interactions, Botany: Perilous Perfumes ensures no two games are alike. The addition of end-game bonuses also adds an extra layer of strategy, encouraging players to pursue specific objectives until the very last moment.
Perfect for those who enjoy games with a touch of humor, adventure, and a bit of mischief, this expansion is a great choice for anyone seeking more complexity and strategic fun. The language dependency is minimal, with short, easily memorable texts, making it easy for new players to jump in or for a quick return to the game after a break. If you're looking for more plants, more conflict, and more laughs, this expansion is for you!
If you enjoy watching the world burn, you'll love the new sabotage opportunities this expansion unlocks. It's your chance to sow discord and reap the rewards (or thorns!) of others' misfortune. Furthermore, the new plants come with unique survival abilities, meaning you'll have to think twice before underestimating even the smallest sprout.
With mechanics including dice rolling for luck (or misfortune!), events that can change the course of the game at any moment, investment for those who like long-term planning, and that 'take that' element to spice up interactions, Botany: Perilous Perfumes ensures no two games are alike. The addition of end-game bonuses also adds an extra layer of strategy, encouraging players to pursue specific objectives until the very last moment.
Perfect for those who enjoy games with a touch of humor, adventure, and a bit of mischief, this expansion is a great choice for anyone seeking more complexity and strategic fun. The language dependency is minimal, with short, easily memorable texts, making it easy for new players to jump in or for a quick return to the game after a break. If you're looking for more plants, more conflict, and more laughs, this expansion is for you!
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Publisher
Dux Somnium Games, Cranio Creations
Designer
Amy Droz, Dusty Droz
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Is this game an expansion? Do I need the base game?
Yes, Botany: Perilous Perfumes is an expansion and requires the base game Botany to be played.
How many players can participate with this expansion?
The expansion maintains the base game's player count, allowing for 1 to 5 players.
Does the game become more complex with the expansion?
It adds more options and strategies, which might increase perceived complexity, but the additional rules are easy to learn.
Is the 'Take That' element very strong here?
Yes, the expansion introduces more elements of negative interaction and sabotage among players, so expect a bit more 'conflict' in your games.
What is the average playtime with the expansion?
The playtime remains similar to the base game, between 45 and 90 minutes, depending on player experience and the number of participants.
Does the expansion add many components?
Yes, it introduces new plant cards, possibly new tokens or components related to the new mechanics and abilities.
Is it recommended for those who don't like much negative interaction?
If you prefer more cooperative games or those with little direct negative interaction, this expansion might not be ideal, as it intensifies the 'Take That' aspect.
