# Once Upon a Castle

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2018
- **BGG Rating**: 6.6
- **BGG Rank**: #7239
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: 1.71 / 5
- **Designers**: Corentin Lebrat, Ludovic Maublanc
- **Artists**: Sylvain Aublin
- **Publishers**: Blue Orange (EU), Blue Orange Games, Kaissa Chess & Games
- **Categories**: Children's Game, Dice, Medieval
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Line Drawing, Paper-and-Pencil

## Verdict
Love drawing and rolling dice? Then Once Upon a Castle is for you! A quick and charming game for the whole family.Fast and funEasy to learnVisually creativeGreat for familiesDice luck dependentLight strategic depthCan get repetitiveRECOMMENDED

## Description
In Once Upon a Castle, your mission is to build the most stunning and prestigious castle in the kingdom! Each player takes on the role of a royal architect, tasked with designing and erecting their own fortress. The goal is to attract as many visitors as possible to your castle, which translates into prestige points. To achieve this, you'll need to be clever in utilizing the resources the region offers. The core mechanic involves rolling dice with icons and, based on the results, drawing elements of your castle onto a sheet of paper. Think imposing walls, majestic towers, and even dungeons for the more... special guests. Each round presents new opportunities to expand and beautify your construction. The game is quick, ideal for those who want a dose of strategy and luck without complication. It's a great choice for families and fans of 'roll-and-write' games, where dice luck mixes with your drawing decisions. Get your pencil and imagination ready, because the kingdom awaits your fairytale castle!

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime for Once Upon a Castle?
A game of Once Upon a Castle generally lasts about 20 minutes, making it quite fast!

### How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players.

### Do I need to be a good artist to play?
You don't need to be an artist! The game is more about marking the castle elements functionally than creating masterpieces. The important thing is to have fun!

### Is it a complicated game to learn?
Not at all! The rules are quite simple, and the game is easy to pick up, perfect for introducing new players or playing with children.

### What are the main components of the game?
The main components are dice with icons, sheets of paper for drawing the castle, and pencils.

### Who is Once Upon a Castle best suited for?
It's excellent for families, casual gamers, and those who enjoy 'roll-and-write' games with a light and fun theme.

### Is there a lot of player interaction in the game?
The interaction is indirect. You compete to build the best castle, but there's no direct attacking or blocking between players.

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