# Thera

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2022
- **BGG Rating**: 6.9
- **BGG Rank**: #20980
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 60-120 min
- **Weight**: 2.67 / 5
- **Designers**: Zach Hoekstra
- **Artists**: Grzegorz Pedrycz
- **Publishers**: L4 Studios, Mr. B Games
- **Categories**: Ancient, Civilization, Territory Building
- **Mechanics**: Rondel, Simultaneous Action Selection, Tile Placement

## Verdict
If you enjoy civilization games with a historical twist and clever mechanics, Thera might be your next pickup! Rebuilding Santorini post-volcano is an interesting theme, and the rondel with simultaneous action selection adds a special flavor.Strategic island rebuildingRondel with action selectionEngaging resource managementHistorical and mythological themeCan have low direct interactionInitial learning curveDepends on rondel luckRECOMMENDED

## Description
Hey everyone! Let's talk about Thera, a game that throws you right onto the Greek island of Santorini, but not for a sunbathing session. It's 1646 BC, and the island has just suffered a volcanic eruption that made Pompeii look like a firecracker. In this post-apocalyptic setting, but with an epic reconstruction twist, you take on the role of a governor tasked by the Mycenaean king to get Thera back on track. The goal is simple: rebuild the island and restore its former glory, competing with other governors to see who does the best job. 

Thera blends simultaneous action selection with a neat rondel system. Each round, you choose one of five available roles on the rondel – Priestess (rain), Worker (resource production), Planner (resource movement), Builder (buildings), and Trader (exchanges). Everyone can benefit from the chosen action, but the player who selected it gets an extra advantage, which increases based on the accumulated 'favor' for that role. This favor is redistributed with each use, creating an interesting dynamic. 

The game involves managing resources, clearing volcanic ash (yes, there's that!), constructing economic and luxury buildings in strategic locations, and, of course, scoring points. The race to grab the right resources, move them to the construction site, and secure building plans before your opponents is the core of the competition. It's a game that demands efficient planning and sharp resource management, with a medium weight that appeals to those who enjoy a good strategic challenge without being overly complex. Ready to rebuild Santorini from the ashes?

## FAQ
### How many players can participate in Thera?
Thera can be played by 1 to 4 players, making it quite versatile for different groups.

### What is the average playtime?
A game of Thera typically lasts between 60 and 120 minutes, so plan for a good amount of time to play.

### Is Thera a complex game?
With a medium weight of 2.67 on the BoardGameGeek scale, Thera offers an interesting strategic challenge without being overly complicated. It's good for those who already have some experience with board games.

### What is the main objective of the game?
The objective is to be the governor who best rebuilds the island of Thera after the volcanic eruption, scoring points primarily through building construction.

### What are the main mechanics of Thera?
The core mechanics are Rondel, Simultaneous Action Selection, and Tile Placement, combined with resource management.

### Does Thera have a lot of player interaction?
Interaction is more indirect, focusing on competition for actions on the rondel and the race for building construction. Don't expect direct conflict.

### Is prior knowledge of Greek history or mythology necessary to play?
It is not required. The theme is well integrated into the mechanics, but you can enjoy the game even without being an expert in Greek history or mythology.

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