# Mille Fiori: The Masterpieces ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2023 - **BGG Rating**: 7.8 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 60-90 min - **Weight**: 2.77 / 5 - **Designers**: Reiner Knizia - **Artists**: Stephan Lorenz - **Publishers**: Devir, Schmidt Spiele - **Categories**: Card Game, Expansion for Base-game, Industry / Manufacturing - **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Closed Drafting, Pattern Building ## Verdict A must-have for those who love the base game and want more strategic depth and new goals. The masterpieces system is the icing on the cake!Lucrative new maritime routesPolitical dynamics with the SignoriaHigh-scoring masterpiecesConsistent component qualityRequires the base game to playSlightly increases complexityRECOMMENDED ## Description If you were already enjoying the vibe of Venice in Mille Fiori, get ready to level up your glass business! 'The Masterpieces' expansion enhances the original experience, allowing you to sail through even longer maritime routes and encounter eminent figures of the era. The highlight here is the addition of a new game board that extends the sailing track, opening paths to lucrative trading cities and the chance to create truly legendary glass pieces. But it's not just about sailing. Now you'll have to deal with the Signoria, that council of influential citizens who whisper in the Doge's ear and manipulate the city's political events. Additionally, the new Doge and Dogate cards bring fresh dynamics, altering the turn order or granting unexpected movements that can flip the game's momentum. The heart of the expansion lies in the nine new masterpieces. You can acquire them by exploring the new routes or through the Dogaressa (the Doge's wife). Upon securing one of these pieces, you earn immediate points, but the real strategy lies in how you arrange them in your shop window. If you position each masterpiece intelligently, the final score can be massive. It's the kind of addition that doesn't change the game's essence but adds layers of depth and new goals for those wanting to master the art of Venetian glass. Basically, you keep doing what you love — building beautiful patterns and competing for influence — but now with more options, more politics, and, of course, more luxury for your shop. ## How to Play Objective of the Game During the lagoon's Golden Age, players take on the role of influential citizens advising the Doge, shaping Venice's political fortunes and perfecting the art of glassmaking. The goal is to earn the most points by creating Masterworks, advancing on the Small Council track, trading along the Sea Route, and strategically using Doge and Dogaressa Cards. The player with the highest score at the end of the game wins. Preparation (Setup) In addition to setting up the base game: Place the Expansion Board to the right of the base game board. Shuffle the 6 Council Tiles and place them randomly on the Small Council spaces on the Expansion Board. Ensure no tiles of the same color are adjacent. Separate the new cards by their backs: Doge Cards and Masterworks Cards (20 total): Shuffle these with the base game cards. Reveal 9 cards face-up to the left of the base board. Masterworks Cards (27): Shuffle and place face-down to the right of the new board. Draw 3 to display face-up. Dogaressa Cards (12): Shuffle and place face-down to the right of the new board. Draw 3 to display face-up. Each player takes 1 Council Figure in their color and places it on the bottom space of the bottom Council Tile. Place the 8 Score Tokens next to the 100 space on the Score Track. Rule changes for 2 players: Each round, players now play 4 cards (instead of the base game’s exception rule). The Start Player Card only changes when a Doge Card is played. Game Flow Players take turns playing cards to advance their Council Figures, collect Masterworks, and move ships on the Sea Route. Key phases include: Card Play: Play cards from hand or use Dogaressa Cards for special actions. Council Figure Movement: Move up the Small Council track via card colors, Doge/Dogaressa Cards, or Sea Route bonuses. Rewards: Earn points, Masterworks, or other bonuses when landing on Council spaces. Actions and How to Play 1. The Small Council Move your Council Figure up by: Played Card Color: Match the color of your current Council space (brown, purple, green, light blue). Doge/Dogaressa Cards: Follow arrow instructions (1–3 moves). Sea Route: Land on spaces with arrow symbols. Rewards (received when ending movement): Points, Masterworks, Dogaressa Cards, or Sea Route advancement. 2. Doge Cards When played: Take the Start Player Card. Move your Council Figure as shown by arrows (1–2 spaces). Gain points if specified. 3. Dogaressa Cards Use instead of playing a card. Types: Points: Gain specified points. 2 Masterworks: Take 2 Masterwork Cards. Extra Card: Play an extra card from the display. Sea Route: Move your ship 1–7 spaces. Minor/Major Doge Card: Move 1–3 spaces, gain points, and take the Start Player Card. 4. Sea Route New spaces offer: Masterworks: Take a displayed card. Council Figure Movement: Move 1–2 spaces per arrows. 5. Masterworks Place collected Masterwork Cards in a 3x3 Shop Window grid. At game end, score rows/columns for matching colors/shapes (10–20 bonus points per line). End of Game and Scoring The game ends when the card supply is exhausted. Final scoring includes: Points from Score Track and Score Tokens (for circling the track). Shop Window bonuses (matching lines). Bonus points for reaching the Doge’s Palace or end of the Sea Route first. Tips to Win Prioritize Council Movement: Early bonuses for reaching the Doge’s Palace are worth more points. Plan Your Shop Window: Strategically place Masterworks to maximize row/column matches. Use Dogaressa Cards Wisely: Save powerful cards like Major Doge for critical turns. ## FAQ ### Do I need the base game to play? Yes, this is an expansion! You need the original Mille Fiori to use this content. ### Does the game become much harder? Not drastically, but it adds new layers of decision-making and politics, making the experience slightly more dense. ### How long does a game take now? Expect something between 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the number of players and how much you enjoy debating the Signoria's politics. ### How many players is it for? From 2 to 4 players, keeping the same count as the base game. ### What are the masterpieces? 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