# Lemur ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2024 - **BGG Rating**: 5.3 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 3) - **Duration**: 10 min - **Weight**: 1.00 / 5 - **Designers**: Reiner Knizia - **Artists**: Thiago Del Ponte - **Publishers**: PaperGames (III) - **Categories**: Animals, Card Game, Children's Game, Party Game - **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Matching, Take That ## Verdict Perfect for those looking for a quick, colorful filler with Knizia's genius in a mini format.Rules explained in two minutesVibrant and attractive visualsFun 'take that' dynamicsExtremely portable and affordableMatches can be too shortLuck heavily influences the outcomeRECOMMENDED ## Description Get ready for a psychedelic journey through space-time! In Lemur, you follow the saga of a primate who managed to escape the clutches of the terrible Dr. Knizia and is now wandering through colorful dimensions in search of self-discovery and vibrant hues. But don't be fooled by the relaxing visuals: the goal here is tactical survival. To win, you must be the first to shed all the cards from your hand. If you get stuck and can't play, you'll have to draw more cards, which pushes you away from victory and closer to negative points at the end. The dynamics strongly resemble dominoes mixed with the frantic pace of Uno. Each card features combinations of numbers or the image of the Lemur himself. To play, you must match at least one of the numbers on your card with the one already on the table. The fun (or the chaos) happens with the double cards: by playing them, you can 'gift' a card from your hand to an opponent. It's the perfect opportunity to lighten your load while complicating your neighbor's life, filling their hand with unwanted cards. Designed by the legendary Reiner Knizia, Lemur proves that you don't need a 50-page manual to have depth. It's a vibrant card game, extremely quick to explain, and perfect for those who want something light but with a pinch of competitiveness. Whether playing a single match to kill time or organizing a multi-round tournament to crown the grand champion, the experience is fluid and visually engaging. It's the kind of game that fits in your pocket but generates laughter and petty rivalries at the table, especially when someone receives that extra card just as they were about to win. ## How to Play Game Objective In Lemur, you take on the role of a lemur who has escaped the evil Dr. Knizia and travels through space-time in search of vibrant colors. The goal is to get rid of all your cards before the other players or, in longer matches, to finish with the lowest total number of points. Setup Shuffle the 25 game cards (which contain numbers from 1 to 5 or a lemur drawing). Deal 5 cards to each player, face down. The cards cannot be revealed to others, but everyone can know how many cards each player has in hand. Place the remaining deck in the center of the table, face down. Reveal the first card from the deck and place it next to it, forming the play pile. Game Flow The game proceeds in clockwise turns, starting with the youngest player. On your turn, you have two options: Play a card from your hand onto the play pile, following compatibility rules. Draw a card from the deck if you cannot or do not want to play. The game continues until a player empties their hand. Actions and How to Play Playing a Card To play a card on the play pile, it must have at least one number equal to the card on top of the pile OR both cards must contain a lemur. Examples: If the card on top is a 5, you can play any card with a 5 or a lemur. If the card on top is a lemur, you can play any card that also has a lemur. Double Cards If you play a double card (with two equal numbers, like 3-3): Choose any card from your hand. Give it to the player to your left (or to a player of your choice in the advanced variant). The player who receives the card adds it to their hand, and the turn passes to the next player clockwise. Drawing a Card If you cannot or do not want to play, draw a card from the deck. Your turn ends immediately, and you cannot play the card you just drew. Deck Depleted When the deck runs out, shuffle the cards from the play pile (except the top card) to form a new draw deck. End of Game and Scoring The game ends when a player empties their hand, either by playing their last card or giving it away after playing a double card. The winner is the one who emptied their hand. The other players sum the numbers of their remaining cards (lemurs are worth 0 points). The player with the fewest points is ranked higher. For longer matches, play multiple rounds (3 or equal to the number of players) and sum the points from each game. The player with the lowest total points wins. In case of a tie, there is a shared victory. Tips to Win Prioritize playing double cards to quickly reduce your hand and disrupt your opponents. Keep an eye on other players' cards to estimate when it’s advantageous to pass an unwanted card. In the advanced variant, strategically choose who will receive your card to delay leading players. ## FAQ ### Is the game hard to learn? Not at all! The rules are super simple, resembling the logic of dominoes and Uno. Everyone can start playing in under 5 minutes. ### How many people can play? From 2 to 4 players, making it great for small groups or families. ### How long does a match last? It's lightning fast! A match lasts about 10 minutes, but you can play several in a row to determine an overall winner. ### Can children play it? Yes, it's categorized as a children's game. The number-matching mechanic is intuitive for kids. ### What happens if I don't have the right card? If you cannot play any card that matches the one on the table, you must draw a new card from the deck. ### Is the game expensive? No, it's part of the Micro Games line, which focuses on being affordable and compact. ## Price Comparison ### Best Offers in Brazil - **Amazon**: R$ 22,41 (https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/B0D6D3F4ZX?tag=bgbot26-20) - **ARCS Livros e Jogos**: R$ 22,41 (https://www.espacoarcs.com.br/editora-de-jogos/lemur?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **Place Games**: R$ 23,14 (https://www.placegames.com.br/board-games/lemur?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **Omniverse**: R$ 23,16 (https://www.omniverse.com.br/lemur-carta-promocional-duplo-lemur-pre-venda?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **Caixinha Boardgames**: R$ 23,16 (https://www.caixinhaboardgames.com.br/produtos/lemur/?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **Kobold Games**: R$ 23,16 (https://www.kobold.games/produtos/lemur/?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on Compara Jogos: https://www.comparajogos.com.br/item/lemur