# Teotihuacan: City of Gods – Deluxe Master Set ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2024 - **BGG Rating**: 8.4 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 3) - **Duration**: 90-120 min - **Weight**: 3.91 / 5 - **Designers**: Daniele Tascini - **Artists**: Aleksander Zawada, Odysseas Stamoglou, Paulina Wach, Paweł Niziołek - **Publishers**: Board&Dice, CMON Global Limited, Game Harbor, Maldito Games, Schwerkraft-Verlag - **Categories**: Ancient - **Mechanics**: Area Movement, Rondel, Set Collection, Solo / Solitaire Game, Tile Placement, Track Movement, Variable Player Powers, Variable Set-up, Worker Placement with Dice Workers ## Verdict If you enjoy medium-heavy games with a rich historical theme and clever mechanics, the Teotihuacan Deluxe is a must-have! This complete edition brings everything you need for an epic experience.Rondel and worker dice mechanicsEngaging Mesoamerican themeDeluxe luxury componentsHigh replayability with variable setupLearning curve requires dedicationCan be a bit denseIndirect but strategic interactionHIGHLY RECOMMENDED ## Description Prepare for a journey back in time to Teotihuacan, the metropolis that dominated Mesoamerica! In this Deluxe Master Set, you'll not only build the magnificent Pyramid of the Sun but also relive the rise and fall of a powerful civilization. With all the extras, expansions, and deluxe components packed into one box, the experience is even more immersive. In Teotihuacan: City of Gods, you command a force of worker dice, which grow stronger with every move. On each turn, move one of these workers around a modular board. You must choose between two options at the location you land on: one offering an action and a worker upgrade, and the other providing a powerful bonus without the upgrade. It's a game of deep strategy where you manage your workers and resources to develop technologies, climb the temple steps, build houses, and, of course, erect the iconic pyramid. The game unfolds over three eras, and at the end of each, your achievements and your ability to feed your workers are evaluated. The player who accumulates the most fame by the end is declared the winner. It's a complex game with a lot going on, but the reward is an epic and challenging experience. Perfect for those who enjoy medium-heavy games with plenty of strategic interaction and planning. ## How to Play Objetivo do Jogo In Teotihuacan: City of Gods – Deluxe Master Set, players take on the roles of powerful leaders guiding the construction of the great Pyramid of the Sun in the ancient city of Teotihuacan. Over three eras (represented by Eclipses), players must manage their workers, gather resources, advance on temple tracks, and contribute to the pyramid's construction. The game ends after the third Eclipse or when the Pyramid is completed. The player with the most Victory Points (VP) wins. Preparação (Setup) Board Setup Place the Game Board in the center and the Temple Board beside it. Randomly select three Temple Bonus tiles and place them on the penultimate steps of each temple. Shuffle and place six Action Boards on spaces "2"–"7" (covering preprinted ones). Place one Royal tile (from categories A, B, C) on the Palace (1) Action Board. Select six Technology tiles in ascending order and place them on the Alchemy (5) Action Board. Place the light Calendar marker on "0" and the dark Calendar marker based on player count (10/11/12 for 2/3/4 players). Place a Building on each space next to the Avenue of the Dead (except the bottommost). Draw three Pyramid tiles and place them face up near the Pyramid grid. Draw four Decoration tiles and place them face up near the Pyramid grid. Place one Discovery tile on each of the Palace (1), Forest (2), Stone Quarry (3), Gold Deposits (4), and Decorations (7) Action Boards. Place six more Discovery tiles on the Avenue of the Dead (three on bottom, two middle, one top). Place additional Discovery tiles on temple spaces based on player count. Player Setup Give each player a set of components in their chosen color. Randomly determine the first player (receives 2 cacao and the First Player marker). The last player receives 3 cacao and the Last Player marker; others receive 2. Place six Technology markers on the Player Board. Set one die to power level 3 (future fourth worker). Give each player Technology Reference tiles matching the Technology tiles on the Alchemy (5) Action Board. Set remaining dice to power level 1 and place them in the player area. Place starting workers on Action Boards as indicated by Starting cards or predetermined setup. Fluxo do Jogo Players take turns clockwise. On your turn, choose one: Normal Turn: Move one unlocked worker 1–3 Action Boards clockwise and perform one action (Collect Cacao, Worship, or Main Action). Unlock All Workers: Spend your turn to unlock all locked workers for free. After all players take a turn, advance the light Calendar marker one space. If it reaches the dark Calendar marker, an Eclipse is triggered: Finish the current round. Play one more full round. Resolve Eclipse scoring (see "End of Game"). Ações e Como Jogar Normal Turn Actions Collect Cacao: Gain cacao equal to the number of unique worker colors on the Action Board +1. Worship (on Palace (1), Forest (2), Stone Quarry (3), Gold Deposits (4), or Decorations (7)): Pay 1 to unlock another player’s worker (if present). Choose: Activate the Worship ability or claim the Discovery tile (paying its cost). Pay 1 to do both. Main Action: Pay 1 per unique worker color on the Action Board (excluding your arriving worker), then resolve the action: Forest (2), Stone Quarry (3), Gold Deposits (4): Gain resources based on worker power and power up workers. Alchemy (5): Acquire Technology tiles, advance on temples, and power up workers. Nobles (6): Buy Buildings, score VP, and advance on the Avenue of the Dead. Decorations (7): Place Decoration tiles on the Pyramid, score VP, and advance on temples. Construction (8): Place Pyramid tiles, score VP, and advance on temples. Auxiliary Actions Worker Ascension: If a worker’s power exceeds 5: Advance on the Avenue of the Dead. Reset the worker to power 1 and move it to the Palace (1). Choose a reward (e.g., gain VP, resources, or temple advancements). Advance the light Calendar marker once per turn. Fim de Jogo e Pontuação The game ends after the third Eclipse or when the Pyramid is completed. Final scoring: Avenue of the Dead: Score VP equal to the lowest visible number on the Buildings row × steps advanced. Pyramid Track: Score VP based on position (4/3/2 per step in 1st/2nd/3rd Eclipse). The leader scores +4. Masks: Score VP for sets of unique masks (1–11 masks = 1–66 VP). Worker Salary: Pay cacao per worker (1 for power 1–3; 2 for power 4–5). Lose 3 VP per unpaid cacao. Temple Bonuses: Score VP for reaching penultimate/top temple steps. Tiebreakers: Most remaining cacao, then earliest in turn order. Dicas para Vencer Balance Worker Power: Ascending workers grants rewards but resets their power. Plan ascensions strategically to maximize benefits. Prioritize Temples: Advancing on temples unlocks bonuses and end-game VP. Focus on temples matching your strategy (e.g., resource generation or VP). Control Eclipse Timing: Triggering an Eclipse early can disrupt opponents. Monitor the Calendar track to optimize scoring phases. ## FAQ ### What is the average playtime for 4 players? Expect around 90 to 120 minutes, depending on the group's familiarity with the rules. ### Is this game for beginners or experienced players? Teotihuacan is considered a medium-high complexity game. Experienced players will grasp it faster, but dedicated beginners can also enjoy it, perhaps with a bit more initial effort. ### Does this Deluxe Master Set include all expansions? Yes! The Deluxe Master Set comes with the base game and all previously released expansions and promos, plus upgraded components. ### Is the game very solitary or is there a lot of interaction? The interaction is more indirect, focused on competing for spaces and resources on the board. It's not a direct attack game, but the competition is fierce. ### Is it worth it for someone who already owns the base game? If you're a fan of the game and want the most complete experience with deluxe components and all expansions gathered, then yes, it's very worthwhile. For newcomers, it's the ideal starting point. ### Is the solo mode good? Yes, the solo mode is well-designed and offers a good challenge for those who enjoy playing alone. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 226.98 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6879404&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/76243/teotihuacan-city-of-gods-deluxe-master-set?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com