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RECOMMENDED
Lexigons is the perfect choice for anyone who loves a good word challenge with a touch of territorial strategy. It's a fast-paced and addictive game!
Highlights
- Intense word duel
- Strategic tile placement
- Dynamic board state
- Simple rules, tactical depth
- Quality components
Keep in mind
- Vocabulary dependent
- Direct, competitive interaction
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About the game
What you do in a play session
In Lexigons, get ready for a word duel where two wordsmiths battle for control of a constantly shifting hexagonal board. Each letter you place not only claims new ground but also connects with existing letters and opens up fresh paths for even bigger words. But don't think it's just about territory! To score, you need to have the majority of letters in your color within a word. The goal is to build long words, block your opponent's moves, reclaim valuable vowels, and race to be the first to reach 30 points. On this lexical battlefield, every hex has the power to turn the game upside down!
To start, each player chooses a set of 30 letter tiles in a contrasting color and places them face down. Scoring markers begin at zero, and the first player is chosen randomly, placing a random tile from their supply in the center of the board. From there, players take turns. On your turn, you draw a random letter from your supply, place it adjacent to an existing tile on the board, and then look for a word. If you find a valid word (minimum of 4 letters, including the one you just placed, and with a majority of letters in your color), you announce it, score it, and then remove one vowel from that word, returning it face down to your supply. This keeps vowels circulating and the board always dynamic. Scoring is simple: 1 point for each letter in the word. The first player to reach or exceed 30 points is crowned the Lexigons champion!
To start, each player chooses a set of 30 letter tiles in a contrasting color and places them face down. Scoring markers begin at zero, and the first player is chosen randomly, placing a random tile from their supply in the center of the board. From there, players take turns. On your turn, you draw a random letter from your supply, place it adjacent to an existing tile on the board, and then look for a word. If you find a valid word (minimum of 4 letters, including the one you just placed, and with a majority of letters in your color), you announce it, score it, and then remove one vowel from that word, returning it face down to your supply. This keeps vowels circulating and the board always dynamic. Scoring is simple: 1 point for each letter in the word. The first player to reach or exceed 30 points is crowned the Lexigons champion!
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Publisher
Knowledge Probe Inc (Brainy Games)
Designer
Mark Kolb
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play Lexigons?
Lexigons is a 2-player game, perfect for a direct duel of vocabulary and strategy.
What is the average game duration?
A game of Lexigons is quite quick, lasting between 15 and 30 minutes. Ideal for multiple rounds or filling a short break.
What is the complexity of the game?
The complexity is light. The rules are easy to learn, but the game offers significant strategic depth in letter placement and word formation.
What are the main components of the game?
The game comes with a hexagonal game board with built-in scoring tracks and two sets of 30 letter tiles in contrasting colors, all laser-cut for a premium finish!
Can I use words with fewer than 4 letters?
The standard rule requires words of at least 4 letters. However, you can agree to use the '3-letter rule' for a faster-paced game with accelerated scoring.
What happens if a scored word has no vowels?
If the scored word contains no vowels (A, E, I, O, U), no tile is returned to your supply. The hex remains occupied.
Who is Lexigons for?
It's for those who enjoy word games, love a good strategic challenge, and are looking for a fast, competitive two-player game. If you like Scrabble but want something more dynamic with area control, Lexigons is for you!