# Floristry

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2025
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #5719
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 15-20 min
- **Weight**: 1.25 / 5
- **Designers**: David Gordon (I), TAM
- **Artists**: Mari Tan
- **Publishers**: UP Games, Gémklub
- **Categories**: Puzzle
- **Mechanics**: Auction: Dutch, Real-Time, Tile Placement

## Verdict
If you enjoy a good duel of quick thinking and spatial strategy, Floristry is a perfect fit! It's the kind of game that keeps you engaged from start to finish, blending the adrenaline of a real-time auction with the satisfaction of assembling a visually appealing puzzle. Perfect for those looking for a competitive and challenging two-player experience, with a touch of floral charm.Real-time Dutch auctionStrategic two-player duelClever tile placementDynamic app integrationLight and charming themeRequires quick thinkingDirect and competitive interactionApp/website dependentHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
In Floristry, you and a rival transform into florists competing at the renowned Aalsmeer Dutch Auction to acquire the most coveted flowers and then create the most charming window display in town. This is a tile-laying game exclusively for two players, where agility and strategy go hand in hand.

Each round is a true test of reflexes and wit. A unique web app manages the real-time auctions, with a clock counting down from 15 seconds and the price of flowers dropping every 3 seconds. You need to be quick to place your bid at the right moment, securing the flowers you want at the best price, but without losing sight of what your opponent is after. After all, blocking their plans can be just as valuable as getting your own flowers!

Following the auction phase, players simultaneously arrange their new acquisitions in their storefront displays. Strategic placement of the flowers is crucial, as at the end of the game, "Charm" will be awarded based on the largest contiguous patch of each flower type you manage to assemble. The florist with the most Charm at the end of the game is declared the winner. Get ready for a floral duel that demands quick thinking, careful planning, and a touch of cunning to outwit your competitor!

## FAQ
### How many players can play Floristry?
Floristry is an exclusive two-player game, ideal for strategic and competitive duels.

### What is the average game duration?
A game of Floristry is quite quick, lasting between 15 and 20 minutes. Perfect for multiple rounds!

### What is the complexity level of the game?
With a BGG weight of 1.25/5, Floristry is considered a light game, easy to learn, but with strategic depth for those who enjoy optimizing.

### Do I need an app or website to play?
Yes! The game uses a unique web app to manage real-time auctions, which adds a digital layer to the experience.

### Who is Floristry recommended for?
It's highly recommended for those looking for a quick two-player game with real-time auction and tile-placement mechanics, and who don't mind a light and charming flower theme.

### Are the real-time auctions too stressful?
They are dynamic and require agility, but the 15-second countdown and price drop every 3 seconds are quite manageable. It's more excitement than stress!

### What are 'Charm' points?
Charm points are your final score. You earn them by assembling the largest contiguous areas of each flower type in your window display. Whoever has the most Charm wins!

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