Takenoko: Chibis

Bombyx, Matagot, asmodee · Board game · 2015

8.3 Ludopedia 7.5 BGG 2–4 · best 3 45+ min Weight 1.9/5

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8.3 rating Ludopedia

7.5 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 21.17

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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you already love Takenoko and want more cute pandas and garden challenges, Chibis is the perfect expansion to add an extra touch of fun and strategy!

Highlights

More cute pandas!
New objectives and challenges
Expands the base game
Maintains original charm

Keep in mind

Requires Takenoko base game
Adds a bit of complexity

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready to expand your garden and your panda family! Takenoko: Chibis introduces an adorable new member to your farm: a female panda! This expansion adds more cuteness and challenges to the base game, maintaining the lightness and charm that won everyone over. Now, besides taking care of the original panda and growing bamboo, you'll have to manage two pandas and their cubs, who appear on special tiles and demand attention.

With Chibis, the board becomes even more dynamic with new land tiles and the small, adorable baby panda pieces you need to collect. The goal remains to complete secret objectives, but now with the added complexity of attending to a panda family's needs. The new objective cards and additional components ensure that each game is a new adventure in the imperial garden. If you enjoy Takenoko and want more cuteness and strategy, this expansion is a perfect fit. It's like having another cute pet to care for, but in the board game world!

Expansion for

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1 items

Takenoko

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Best player count

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2–4 players

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Publisher Bombyx, Matagot, asmodee, Asterion Press, Fractal Juegos, Galápagos Jogos, Geekach LLC, Gémklub, Hobby World, Îlot 307, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Pegasus Spiele, Ponva d.o.o., Rebel Sp. z o.o., Rexhry, Surfin' Meeple, Surfin' Meeple China, Tower Tactic Games

Designer Antoine Bauza, Corentin Lebrat

Artist Nicolas Fructus, Picksel, Yuio

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Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions

Do I need the base game Takenoko to play with Chibis?

Yes, absolutely! Takenoko: Chibis is an expansion and requires the base game Takenoko to be played.

How many players does this expansion support?

The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, so you can play with 2 to 4 people.

Does the expansion make the game harder?

It adds a bit more complexity with the second panda and the cubs, but still maintains the accessibility and charm of the original game. It's a good step for those who want an extra challenge.

What components exactly does the expansion add?

It includes a female panda miniature, new land tiles, baby panda pieces, new objective cards, and more bamboo.

How much time does the expansion add to the game?

Generally, the expansion might add about 5 to 10 minutes to the total playtime, depending on the players' familiarity with the new rules.

Who is this expansion for?

It's perfect for those who already enjoy Takenoko and want more content, more pandas, and a little more strategy without overcomplicating things.