Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
A quick and magical card game for those who love causing chaos among friends.
Highlights
- Super fast-paced games
- Engaging magical theme
- Constant player interaction
- Easy to learn
Keep in mind
- Can be very chaotic
- Limited deep strategy
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get your cauldron ready, because class is in session! You've just been accepted into the prestigious school of the legendary alchemist Nicolas Flamel, and let me tell you, the competition is fierce. Your goal is simple: become the Master's favorite disciple and be the first to complete three parts of the 'Great Work.' But don't think it'll be easy! While you're busy mixing ingredients and perfecting your potions, you'll need to keep a close eye on your cauldron to ensure nothing blows up inside your Athanor—the alchemist's furnace.
This is a fast-paced race where collecting the right ingredients is key. But don't be fooled, being a great alchemist requires more than just a steady hand; it requires a bit of cunning. Your classmates aren't going to make it easy for you, and neither should you! The game provides a whole toolkit of tricks to use against your rivals: you can steal ingredients from those ahead of you, sabotage a classmate's potion, or even try to earn special favors from Nicolas Flamel himself to give your progress a boost.
It's a dynamic, quick, and tense card game. You'll need to balance the precision of your alchemy with the need to play a few 'take that' moves against your opponents to ensure the Philosopher's Stone belongs to you. If you enjoy fast games with magical themes and a dash of chaos caused by your friends, Nicolas Flamel's School is right up your alley. Will you master the art of transmutation before your classmates leave you with an empty cauldron?
This is a fast-paced race where collecting the right ingredients is key. But don't be fooled, being a great alchemist requires more than just a steady hand; it requires a bit of cunning. Your classmates aren't going to make it easy for you, and neither should you! The game provides a whole toolkit of tricks to use against your rivals: you can steal ingredients from those ahead of you, sabotage a classmate's potion, or even try to earn special favors from Nicolas Flamel himself to give your progress a boost.
It's a dynamic, quick, and tense card game. You'll need to balance the precision of your alchemy with the need to play a few 'take that' moves against your opponents to ensure the Philosopher's Stone belongs to you. If you enjoy fast games with magical themes and a dash of chaos caused by your friends, Nicolas Flamel's School is right up your alley. Will you master the art of transmutation before your classmates leave you with an empty cauldron?
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Best player count
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3
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4
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5
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6
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Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Jyde
Designer
Lalex Andrea
Artist
Dominique Peyronnet, Valeriane Duvivier
Community
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32owners
4wishlist
1want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How long does a game last?
It's a very quick game, between 20 to 20 minutes!
How many players is it recommended for?
It shines with 3 to 6 players, making it great for larger groups.
How complex is the game?
It's very light and easy to learn, ideal for immediate fun.
Is there a lot of player interaction?
Definitely! With sabotage mechanics, you'll be interacting all the time.
Is the theme well-explored?
Yes, the alchemy school and potion theme is very present in the cards.
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