# Die Dolmengötter

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2005
- **BGG Rating**: 6.6
- **BGG Rank**: #6035
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 2.20 / 5
- **Designers**: Thomas Odenhoven
- **Artists**: Steffi Krage
- **Publishers**: eggertspiele
- **Categories**: Abstract Strategy, Ancient
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence

## Verdict
If you enjoy an abstract game with a touch of mystery and area control, Die Dolmengötter is a solid choice! It's a tactical duel where bluffing and anticipation play a big role.Engaging abstract strategyHidden dolmen valuesArea control struggleQuick and to the pointHidden value can frustrateLittle thematic interactionRelies on draw luckRECOMMENDED

## Description
Prepare for a mystical journey to ancient Ireland in Die Dolmengötter, a game where area control and pure strategy reign supreme! Forget luck; here, intelligence and anticipation are key. Your mission? Build stone circles and stack your secret dolmens, each with a hidden value, to dominate the board. As you move your druids, you leave stones behind, marking your territory. When a circle is close to completion, the contest begins: whoever has the majority of stones around a dolmen space earns the right to place one of theirs. But beware, a tie might allow an opponent to build a dolmen beneath yours, and a new majority can place your valuable dolmen atop the stack! The challenge lies in ensuring your highest-scoring dolmens end up in the top positions and in hotly contested areas. The game concludes when the supply of dolmens or stones runs out. Completed areas are scored immediately, while unfinished ones await the end. Whoever has the highest score with their secret dolmens claims victory! Die Dolmengötter offers an abstract strategy experience with a Celtic thematic touch, perfect for those who enjoy thinking several steps ahead and uncovering their opponents' secrets.

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime for Die Dolmengötter?
A game of Die Dolmengötter typically lasts around 30 minutes, making it quite agile.

### How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 2 to 5 players and works well with various player counts.

### Is it a complicated game to learn?
No, the rules are relatively simple, and the complexity is considered light to medium (2.2/5 on BGG), ideal for those seeking strategy without excessive complication.

### Is the theme of druids and stone circles very prominent?
The theme serves more as a backdrop for the area control mechanic. The core of the game lies in strategic competition, not deep thematic immersion.

### Are the dolmen values revealed all the time?
No, the dolmen values are secret and are only revealed at the end of the game, adding an element of surprise and deduction.

### Is this a game with a lot of luck involved?
Die Dolmengötter is described as a luck-free game. Strategic decisions and area control are the determining factors for victory.